COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Update

The Milwaukee VA is now offering second COVID-19 booster shots for those age 50 and older.

All shots are by appointment only.

To schedule an appointment, contact the Milwaukee VA Medical Center ZIHP clinic or the Appleton, Green Bay, or Cleveland community-based outpatient clinics:

• Milwaukee: 414-384-2000 ext. 49069
• Appleton: 877-831-0033, or 920-831-0070  
• Green Bay: 877-204-7970, or 920-431-2500 
• Cleveland: 877-693-5699, or 920-693-5600  

What you need to know:

• Currently, second boosters are for ages 50 and older and those who are moderately to severely immuno-compromised.
• To receive the second booster, at least four months must have passed since receiving the first booster.
• Shots are available for all Veterans, regardless of enrollment status, as well as their families and caregivers.
• While the FDA and CDC have authorized both the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines for second boosters, the Zablocki VA Health Care System only offers Pfizer.
• You can “mix and match” vaccines: If you received Moderna for the first booster, you could get Pfizer for second. This includes Johnson & Johnson as well.
• Reminder:  Bring your CDC immunization card.
• If you choose to receive a shot in the community, please let your VA care team know so our records are up to date. 

For addition guidance on COVID-19 vaccine boosters:  www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/booster-shot.html