The majority of American seniors have now been vaccinated against COVID-19. In all 50 states, vaccine eligibility is open to everyone over the age of 16. If you’ve received both doses of a two-dose series or one dose of a single-dose vaccine and at least two weeks have passed, you’re fully vaccinated. For many, full inoculation means getting to spend time with loved ones again without fear of contracting a serious case of the virus. However, some seniors have wondered whether COVID-19 booster shots will be necessary in the future.

COVID-19 Booster Shots

ABC 7 News recently interviewed an infectious disease specialist to ask about the possibility of future COVID-19 booster shots. In Dr. Elizabeth Hudson’s view, it will take more time before we’ll have an answer to this important question. “It does appear that the response and protection to these COVID vaccines is going to be durable,” she notes.

It’s possible that COVID-19 booster shots will become as common as the flu shot. These boosters could provide protection to vulnerable members of the population. As time goes on, researchers will be able to tell us how long immunity from this first round of shots might last.

NORA: Fighting for a Higher COLA for Seniors

One way that NORA is advocating for seniors is by calling on Congress to pass The Guaranteed 3% COLA for Seniors Act. This important legislation would ensure a fairer COLA for Social Security beneficiaries. We’re also urging Congress to make this act retroactive to 2010, which could help retirees receive thousands in unpaid benefits. If you haven’t added your name to our petition, we invite you to sign it today!

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