The Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The CDC recommends that everyone ages 6 months and older should receive the 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccine, based on individual-based decision making. It is especially recommended if you are ages 65 and older, are at high risk for severe COVID-19, or have never received a COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccines are safe and highly effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalizations, and death. To find local COVID-19 vaccine locations, visit vaccines.gov, text your ZIP code to 438-829, or call 1-800-232-0233.

As of November 4, 2025, the CDC makes the following COVID-19 vaccine recommendations: 

• The COVID-19 vaccination recommendations have been updated to reflect individual-based decision-making (also known as shared clinical decision-making) for people ages 6 months and older.
• Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine is no longer authorized for children ages 6 months–4 years. The only FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine available for this age group is Moderna (Spikevax).

People who are homebound can request in-home vaccination online (Spanish) or by calling 855-568-0545. 

COVID-19 testing can help you know if you have COVID-19 and decide what steps to take next. 

• Find resources for getting tested for COVID-19 in New Jersey

• View COVID-19 Testing FAQs

Before throwing out expired tests, check to see if their expiration dates have been extended. Home testing kits are widely available at pharmacies and grocery stores.

If you test positive for COVID-19, follow the most up-to-date guidelines. You should notify anyone you have had close contact with that they may have been exposed.