VaxInfo Center: The Latest on RSV-Beyfortus Immunizations; COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines at Boulder Medical Center
Welcome to the VaxInfo Center at Boulder Medical Center, your trusted resource for staying informed about the latest vaccine updates and availability. We aim to provide you with up-to-date vaccine information, including flu, RSV, and COVID-19. We understand that staying current on immunizations is crucial for your health and the well-being of our community.
RSV Protection: Beyfortus Update
Beyfortus is a newly FDA-approved injection of antibodies that protects infants against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Beyfortus is recommended for all infants younger than eight months of age who are born during – or who are entering – their first RSV reason.
Due to unprecedented demand, there is a nationwide shortage of Beyfortus doses. Boulder Medical center does not currently have any Beyfortus doses. We attempted to order Beyfortus for all our eligible patients; however, our orders were canceled by the manufacturer, Sanofi, due to supply constraints.
We are disappointed that we cannot provide Beyfortus to our patients at this time and will continue to work with our suppliers to obtain Beyfortus if additional doses become available. Your pediatrician’s office will proactively contact you if we have a dose of Beyfortus for your child.
RSV Protection: Abrysvo Update
We are pleased to announce that Boulder Medical Center now offers Abrysvo, a new vaccine that combats RSV in older adults and pregnant persons, to better protect our patients during respiratory virus season.
Older Adults: The CDC recommends that adults over the age of 60 years old should talk to their healthcare provider about receiving Abrysvo. Even if you have had a previous RSV infection, the vaccination can help prevent future infections. Please contact your primary care provider to discuss receiving the vaccine.
Maternal Indication: The CDC recommends two different ways to protect babies from RSV. Currently, patients have the option of the maternal RSV vaccination with Abrysvo or infant vaccination with Beyfortus. Due to the shortage of Beyfortus at this time, Abrysvo may be a good option to prevent RSV this season. Abrysvo is given during weeks 32 through 36 of pregnancy, from September through January, to prevent severe RSV disease in infants. Most infants do not need to be protected by both options. Please contact your provider’s office to make an appointment.
For more information, please see below:
Covid-19 Vaccine
Updated 2023-24 COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Everyone six months and older is recommended to receive the updated vaccine. Most people only need one dose. However, immunocompromised patients may need more than one dose.
COVID-19 vaccines will be given in scheduled Boulder Medical Center primary care and pediatric appointments. If you do not have an appointment and would like to receive the new COVID-19 vaccine, please get in touch with your provider’s office to schedule a vaccine appointment.
Additional Information
- Any patient eight years old and younger getting their first-ever flu shot must have an additional shot scheduled 28-30 days after the initial shot. Our clinic team will assist you with this.
- Notes for Parents
- Please have your children wear shorts or sweatpants that can be rolled up, as they will receive their flu shot in the thigh. Adults receive them in the upper arm.
- If we cannot administer the vaccine within the allotted appointment, you may be asked to schedule an appointment with your pediatrician.