Adult Immunization

VDH recommends that children and adults are vaccinated in accordance with the 2026-2027 respiratory vaccination recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA).

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Flu Immunizations

  • Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions.
  • Vaccination is particularly important for people who are at higher risk of serious complications from influenza.
  • Adults age 65+ would benefit from one of four high-dose flu vaccines that provide more efficient protection for their immune systems.
  • Flu vaccination has important benefits.
    • It can reduce flu illnesses, visits to doctor’s offices, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as make symptoms less severe and reduce flu-related hospitalizations and deaths in people who get vaccinated but still get sick.
    • Trivalent flu vaccines protect against three different influenza viruses.

Call one of our clinics for more information and to schedule an appointment.

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Covid Immunizations

  • COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone 6 months and older and are especially recommended for those at high risk of severe disease, including among older adults, infants, and during pregnancy.
    • Recommended for all young children ages 6-23 months and children 2-18 years in certain risk groups or if desired.
    • Recommended for all adults to receive an annual updated COVID-19 vaccine.
    • Recommended for adults 65 years and older followed by a second dose six months later to boost protection.
  • People interested in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine should talk to a healthcare provider. 
  • Read the Virginia Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine FAQs.
  • The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from severe disease, hospitalization, and death.
  • It is especially important to get your 2026–2027 COVID-19 vaccine if you are ages 65 and older or are at high risk for severe COVID-19.
  • Vaccine protection decreases over time, so it is important to stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccine, if eligible.
  • Search for your COVID-19 vaccine record.

Call one of our clinics for more information and to schedule an appointment.

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RSV Immunizations

  • Respiratory syncytial (sin-SISH-uhl) virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms.
  • An RSV vaccine during pregnancy helps protect the baby from severe RSV during at least their first 6 months of life.
    • Pregnant people at 32 through 36 weeks of pregnancy during September through March should get the RSV vaccine to prevent RSV infection in the baby.
  • An RSV monoclonal antibody can be given to babies and some young children. This antibody provides immediate protection against RSV and lasts at least 5 months.
    • Babies (aged <8 months) born during or entering their first RSV season who are not protected by maternal vaccination should get one dose of the RSV antibody.
    • Some young children (8-19 months) at increased risk for severe RSV should get one dose of RSV antibody before the child’s second RSV season.
  • Adults 75 years of age and older and adults aged 50-74 years who are at increased risk of severe RSV should get an RSV vaccine, if they have never received a dose.

Call one of our clinics to determine vaccine eligibility and to schedule an appointment.

IMMUNIZATION CLINICS
(CALL FOR APPOINTMENT)

Richmond City Health Dept.
804-205-3500
400 E. Cary St.
Richmond, VA 23219

Henrico Health Dept.
804-501-4651
West Clinic
8600 Dixon Powers Drive
Henrico, VA 23228

Henrico Health Dept.
804-652-3190
East Clinic
1400 N. Laburnum Ave.
Richmond, VA 23223

Virginia Vaccines for Adults (VVFA)

The VVFA program provides adult immunizations through the utilization of providers located in underserved areas.

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Other Adult Immunizations

Human papillomavirus vaccine

  • The CDC recommends human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for everyone through age 26 who did not complete the HPV vaccine series when they were younger. 
  • Three doses of HPV vaccine are recommended for those who start the series at ages 15 through 26 years and for those with compromised immune systems. 
  • Some adults age 27 through 45 years who are not already vaccinated may decide to get the HPV vaccine after speaking with their healthcare provider about the possible benefits. 

Mpox vaccine

Richmond and Henrico Health Districts are offering mpox vaccinations to individuals who live, work, or spend time in Richmond and Henrico and are at higher risk of exposure or serious illness. RHHD offers the mpox vaccine (JYNNEOS) at weekly vaccination clinics. Please call 804-205-3500 to make an appointment.

Immunizations for Foreign Travel

The Richmond Health District provides some adult immunizations that are required for foreign travel. Full-service immunizations for travel are provided at various locations in the Richmond area. Use this online guide to find international travel vaccine locations in Virginia.

Resources

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