How To Mix And Match COVID Booster Shots?

What Should I Do If I Got One Of The mRNA Vaccines?

You can get any of the three vaccines, but your best shot is to get an mRNA vaccine. There is evidence suggesting that Moderna produces a more robust immune response and lasts longer. Reports also state that people who get a Moderna vaccine and a Moderna booster have the best immunity. However, this evidence is relatively new.

It’s vital to remember that the Moderna booster (50 mcg) is smaller than the initial vaccine (100 mcg). Colleen Kelley, an associate division of infectious diseases professor with Emory University School of Medicine, explained, “There are some data out there that suggest the Moderna vaccine does produce higher levels of antibody when compared head to head with the Pfizer vaccine. But all of those data are with that 100-microgram dose.”

In the end, it’s your choice. Some people might prefer to change it up and try a different mRNA vaccine than their initial dose, while others stick to what they know. Both approaches are reasonable and work. There is no conclusive evidence that getting a different vaccine will achieve any noticeable benefit other than that they’re both exceptional vaccines.

When Can I Get It?: At least six months after your second shot.