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If I get a vaccination where will my information go? Can I be sure it will be kept safe?
Any information you provide to get your vaccine is confidential and will never be shared.
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Is the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory?
The State of Connecticut is not mandating vaccination.
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Is it okay to get my second dose of vaccine later than the recommended timing?
Is it a problem if I wait for a longer time before my second shot?
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Can I get the vaccine without showing my ID or other state-issued identification?
Yes, you can still be vaccinated if you don't have ID.
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Do I have to get my second dose at the same location I got my first dose?
It is recommended you get your second shot at the same location where you received your first.
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Do I need to get the vaccine if I already had COVID-19?
Yes, you can and should get the vaccine if you previously were infected with the COVID-19 virus.
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When should I get my second dose of vaccine?
You should get your second dose as close to the recommended 3-week (Pfizer) or 4-week (Moderna) interval as possible.
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How do I get the COVID-19 vaccine in Connecticut?
Everyone 5 years and older is eligible to be vaccinated in Connecticut. You can get your vaccine wherever and whenever is most convenient for you–from your health care provider, a local clinic, or retail pharmacy.
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Can I get free transportation to my vaccine appointment?
How can I find transportation to get my COVID-19 shot?
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Is it free to get the vaccine?
Vaccines are administered free of charge in Connecticut.
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Are there walk-up vaccine clinics in Connecticut?
Many vaccine locations across the State are accepting walk-up vaccine appointments. This means you can now get vaccinated at these locations during the hours they accept walk-up appointments, without having to schedule in advance.
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