Most people require 2 doses for their primary course. Primary course vaccination is recommended for all people aged 5 years or older, and for children aged 6 months to 5 years in a specified risk group. Complex and/or multiple medical conditions that increase the risk of severe COVID-19.Disability with complex care requirements.It is also recommended for children aged 6 months to 5 years with one of the following conditions: WhoĬOVID-19 vaccination is recommended for all people aged 5 years and older. Older adults and people with certain medical conditions have an increased risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19.
COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the severe acute respiratory coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus.