The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) announced that effective immediately, people who received their first booster shot at least four months ago may receive a second booster shot of an mRNA vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna) if:

• They are over the age of 50
• They are 12 or older and have a compromised immune system
• They received primary and booster doses of Johnson & Johnson vaccine

“Additional booster shots allow people in these select populations to get extra protection against severe illness. A second booster can be especially beneficial for people 65 and older and those 50 and older with underlying medical conditions,” said State Health Director Dr. Elizabeth Char, FACEP in a statement.

COVID-19 vaccination and testing options are available at hawaiicovid19.com.