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For people with heart disease, staying up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines is especially important since cardiovascular complications can increase risk of severe illness. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine, with particular emphasis for those:

• Age 65 and older
• At high risk Show Full Answer

For people with heart disease, staying up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines is especially important since cardiovascular complications can increase risk of severe illness. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine, with particular emphasis for those:

• Age 65 and older
• At high risk for severe COVID-19
• Who have never received a COVID-19 vaccine The updated vaccines available include:

• Moderna and Pfizer mRNA vaccines targeting recent variants including omicron KP.2
• Novavax protein-based vaccine targeting omicron JN.1 strain

Since you have heart disease, discuss with your doctor which vaccine option is most appropriate for your specific situation. They can also help ensure proper insurance coverage and timing of the vaccine.

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