Lost Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card?
1. Check your email and online accounts:
- Many vaccination providers send digital copies of vaccination cards via email.
- Check your email, including spam and junk folders, for messages from your vaccination provider.
2. Contact your vaccination provider:
- Call or visit the website of the healthcare provider, pharmacy, or clinic where you received your vaccination to inquire about obtaining a replacement card.
- They may be able to provide you with a new copy or guide you on the steps to get one.
3. Check with your state health department:
- Some states have online portals or systems where you can access your immunization records, including COVID-19 vaccination information. Contact your state health department for guidance on how to retrieve this information.
4. Request a new card from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- The CDC does not issue physical vaccination cards, but they may be able to provide a replacement if your original card was issued by a federal vaccination site or program. Visit the CDC website or call their hotline for more information.
5. Keep a digital copy:
- Once you have obtained a replacement card or an electronic copy of your COVID-19 vaccination record, consider creating a digital copy (such as a PDF or a photo on your phone) for safekeeping.
6. Update your medical records:
- Inform your primary care physician or healthcare provider about the lost vaccination card so that they can update your medical records.
7. Be prepared for situations where proof of vaccination is required:
- If you anticipate situations where proof of vaccination may be required (e.g., travel, events), make sure you have an acceptable form of proof that you can present, such as a replacement card, a digital copy, or an official immunization record from your state health department.
Remember to be proactive and take steps to secure your vaccination records to avoid unnecessary inconvenience or complications in the future.