COVID booster reminders to be sent to phones starting next week

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Starting Monday, Nov. 28, the Virginia Department of Health will send text and voice messages reminding the Commonwealth to get their COVID-19 Bivalent Booster.

The messages will be based on immunization records for people over 50. It will also list locations where free boosters are available and provide resources to schedule appointments.

You can schedule your booster shot online or call 434-477-5974.

To read more about the COVID-19 booster shot notifications, click BELOW: