COVID-19 and Vaccine Information

Are the vaccines safe?

The vaccines are safe. The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) review of the vaccines was thorough and rigorous, and no steps were skipped in the process to review the safety of the vaccines. The FDA decided that the vaccine met safety and efficacy standards based on the currently available data from more than 43,000 diverse volunteers, and it was felt the benefits of the vaccine outweighed any side effects.

General Vaccine Information

Keeping You Safe

We understand that you may have questions about your safety when coming to our hospitals or outpatient offices for care in the new era of COVID-19. Although many restrictions and guidelines have changed across the state, hospitals and health care providers continue to follow and high level of safety precautions.

SAFE WITH US

Masks Are Required in Health Care Facilities

For the continued safety and well-being of staff, patients and visitors, masks and social distancing are still required in our hospitals and clinical care areas. This is required for everyone regardless of vaccination status.

Each facility may have different procedures, please follow the requests of staff and read the posted signs. If you have questions, please ask a staff member for assistance.

Vaccines Are Available

If you are over the age of 12 and live, work, or study in Massachusetts, you can get vaccinated. The COVID-19 vaccine is free and you don’t need an ID or insurance to get the vaccine. The vaccine is proven to help prevent significant disease and protects against disease variants.

As always, talk with your health care provider about questions or concerns you have related to personal conditions or situations.

COVID-19 VACCINE FINDER