Where to find a COVID vaccine booster

New COVID-19 vaccine boosters are rolling out in the Phoenix area.

Why it matters: Much of the U.S. experienced a summer surge in COVID infections, and Arizona was among the harder-hit states.

• The Arizona Department of Health Services reported 2,834 cases the week of Aug. 18, the most recent week for which data is available.
• That was a drop from the summertime high of 3,567 the previous week.

Context: The new vaccines target the KP.2 variant — the dominant strain nationwide this summer.

• The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends COVID vaccination for everyone ages 6 months and older.
• The CDC says vaccination is "especially important" for people ages 65 and up or with underlying medical conditions.

Zoom in: Boosters are available at CVS MinuteClinic, Albertsons, Safeway, Fry's, Sam's Club and select Walgreens stores.

• Vaccines.gov lists pharmacies with available COVID vaccines.

Yes, but: If you've had COVID lately, the CDC recommends waiting three months after you recover before getting another jab.