Health & Fitness

Johnson & Johnson Plans To Make Booster Shot

The company has data now supporting the use of a booster eight months after the initial shot.


VAN NUYS (CBSLA) – Johnson & Johnson said it was working with federal officials, including the FDA and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, on the next steps to enhance the effects of the vaccine and ready a possible booster shot.

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In Van Nuys, another day of nonstop patients looking for tests at the city’s COVID-19 sites is making those vaccinated already wonder about new information on booster shots.

“It’s very confusing I think that’s the problem,” said Victor Dimattia, who got the J&J one-dose vaccine in the spring.

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