Get a COVID-19 Vaccine
People 5 years and older are eligible to receive a free COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines are available at Fairfax County Health Department clinics and other locations throughout the Fairfax Health District.
Learn more about making an appointment and find walk-in option here
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The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is now recommended for children ages 5-11 years.
COVID-19 Vaccine Key Updates
COVID-19 cases and outbreaks continue to trend upward. Continue to take action.
Over the past two weeks, cases of COVID-19 have risen by 62%; Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant.
At this time, we will continue to provide vaccinations at no charge at county-operated clinics.
Some individuals are now eligible for a second COVID-19 vaccine booster dose.
Staying up to date on vaccination is important, people who have received a booster are much better protected against illness and hospitalization.
COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or would like to get pregnant.
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We have created a list of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the COVID-19 vaccines.
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Business owners & event organizers: are interested in offering COVID-19 vaccines or outreach to your employees or event attendees? You can now request vaccine services and vaccine outreach.
Vaccine Data
We've launched an updated version of the COVID-19 Vaccine Data Dashboard to track the number of booster/third dose vaccinations administered within the Fairfax Health District.
Local Vaccine News
- COVID-19 Cases and Outbreaks Continue to Trend Upward in Fairfax Health District
- Uptick in COVID-19 Cases Prompts Fairfax Health District to Urge Continued Vigilance
- COVID-19 Vaccinations and Tests Remain Free for All Residents of Fairfax Health District
- Some Individuals Now Eligible for Second COVID-19 Booster
- Two COVID-19 Vaccination Sites Closing This Week
- What You Need To Know About CDC’s New COVID-19 Community Levels
- CDC Updates Vaccine Recommendations for People Who Are Moderately or Severely Immunocompromised
- COVID-19 Case Investigation Processes in K-12 Schools to Change After Feb. 4
- New COVID-19 Testing Options Now Available; Order At-Home Tests by Mail
- New COVID-19 Vaccination Opportunities for Teens and Children
Learn more about vaccines and COVID-19, watch:
#FFXHealthFacts Playlist
COVID-19 Vaccine Stories Playlist
COVID-19 Vaccine and Children Playlist (Multiple Languages)
How to use vaccines.gov Playlist (Multiple Languages)
Charlas Comunitarias Playlist (Español)
More COVID-19 videos
About the Vaccine and Getting Vaccinated
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted full approval for two COVID-19 vaccines.
- Pfizer-BioNTech: approved for those 16 years and older and marketed as Comirnaty.
- Moderna: approved for those 18 years and older and marketed as Spikevax.
The FDA has issued emergency use authorization for three COVID-19 vaccines.
- Pfizer-BioNTech
Ages 12+ years: Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers | See translations
Ages 5–11 years: Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers | See translations - Moderna: Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers | See translations
- Johnson & Johnson's Janssen: Fact Sheet for Recipients and Caregivers | See translations
Vaccine Stories in the Fairfax Community
Watch the vaccine stories of Fairfax friends and neighbors.
"I am doing this for my family, for my friends, and for my patients."- Dr. Sergio Rimola, an OB/GYN in Fairfax. Watch him get vaccinated, and listen to his vaccine story. English | Spanish
COVID-19 Vaccine Experiences in Fairfax
Get the inside look at vaccination process through the testimonials and videos at clinics
v-safe
V-safe is a smartphone-based tool that checks in on you after your COVID-19 vaccination. Your participation helps keep COVID-19 vaccines safe — for you and for everyone. If you got vaccinated in the last 6 weeks, you can participate in v-safe.
