COVID-19 updated boosters are now easier to get in Florida.

As of Tuesday, Publix and Walgreens pharmacies in Florida will begin administering the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccines to eligible patients without a prescription. They join CVS and CVS Minute Clinic, which had already been administering the shots — although with a prescription.

Walgreens spokesperson Brigid Sweeney said its Florida pharmacies are well stocked with booster shots and customers can make appointments on its portal.

“In accordance with FDA approval, we offer the vaccine to all adults 65 years and older, as well as to individuals under 65 who are at higher risk for severe outcomes from COVID-19, as determined by the CDC,” Sweeney said.

The Florida Board of Pharmacy met on Tuesday and advised that under existing statute

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