COVID-19 Vaccine

Ramsey County

Get a free vaccine and gift card from Ramsey County, while supplies last.

No matter where you live – you are eligible and encouraged to get a vaccine and gift card.

• Get a $50 gift card for your first dose of Pfizer vaccine, while supplies last. 
• Get your gift card immediately after vaccination - no forms or paperwork required.
• Gift cards available for vaccines received after Sept. 27 at Ramsey County-operated clinics, while supplies last. 
• Gift cards are not available for booster shots.
• You may also be eligible for the State of Minnesota's vaccine reward program.

COVID-19 vaccines are free, no medical insurance or ID is required. For information on Ramsey County-operated clinics, see community vaccine clinics or call 651-266-1190.

State of Minnesota - Kids deserve a shot

$200 Visa Gift Cards

Minnesota families who get their child 5-11 years old fully vaccinated between January 1, 2022 and February 28, 2022 can get a $200 visa gift card.

• Learn more and register

Enter to win a $100,000 scholarship 

All Minnesotans 5-11 years old who have completed their first and second COVID-19 doses at any point in time will be eligible to be entered for a chance to win a $100,000 Minnesota College Scholarship. 

• Learn more and register

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has approved booster shots for anyone age 12 years and older.

Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health is now offering booster shots for 12-15 year olds.

Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health offers Pfizer and Moderna booster shots at our clinics, by appointment only. COVID-19 vaccine booster shots are currently available for anyone 12 years and older who received their second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least five months ago or Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least two months ago. 

Why do I need a booster shot?

• COVID-19 vaccines are very effective, but new data shows protection may decrease over time. This is normal and expected.
• Booster shots are common for many vaccines, like the flu shot or Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis).
• Video: Why are COVID-19 vaccine booster shots necessary? - Minnesota Department of Health

Variants are common with a virus like COVID-19. They constantly change through mutation and new variants of a virus are expected to occur over time. Some variants come and go, while others may become widespread. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other public health organizations monitor all variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 in the United States and globally.

• Minnesota Department of Health
• Centers for Disease Control

Omicron

The Minnesota Department of Health has confirmed there are cases of the Omicron variant in Minnesota, including Ramsey County.

Scientists are currently working to determine how easily Omicron spreads, how sick it makes people, how well current vaccines and treatment work to protect us against Omicron.

• Omicron Variant in MN - MDH Media Release
• Omicron Variant: What You Need to Know - CDC 

Public health will continue to share information and is encouraging everyone to help prevent the spread COVID-19:

• Get vaccinated and if eligible, get a booster. Find a vaccine near you.
• Wear masks.
• Get tested.
• Stay home if you are sick.
• Wash hands.
• Stay away from crowds.
• Take extra care to avoid exposure to the virus if you have medical conditions or live with someone with medical conditions.

What are vaccine breakthrough cases?

Breakthrough cases happen when people who are fully vaccinated still test positive for COVID-19.

• This is normal.
• No vaccine is 100% effective.

Even though breakthrough cases might happen more as variants circulate, fully vaccinated people are much less likely to get really sick or need hospitalization, so the vaccines are working! This is extremely important to make sure hospitals have enough beds for everyone and people who need emergency care can find it quickly. Getting vaccinated is the best way to help protect yourself and the people around you from COVID-19.

Learn more about what breakthrough cases are and what they mean from the Minnesota Department of Health.

Watch the video

If you need to replace your vaccine card or show proof of COVID-19 vaccination:

• If between doses, ask for a vaccine card when you get your second dose.
• Look up your vaccine record on the Docket app.
• If fully vaccinated, contact the Minnesota Department of Health or call 651-201-3980.

Find your vaccine record with the Docket app

Easily and securely access your immunization record through the Docket app. The app connects to the Minnesota Immunization Information Connection (MIIC), which combines all your vaccines into one record, regardless if they were given by different health care providers in Minnesota.

Use this app to view you or your child's record, including COVID-19 vaccination.

• Download the free app: Apple App Store or Google Play.
• How to use the Docket app (PDF)

If you don't or can't use the app, you can still access your record from your health care provider or through the Minnesota Department of Health.

Lost vaccine card 

What to do if you lose your COVID-19 vaccine card (fact sheet). Available in PDF format.

• Lost your vaccine card?
• ¿Perdió su tarjeta de vacunación? 
• Puas Yog Koj Muab Daim Npav Txhaj Tshuaj Poob Lawm?
• Miyaad lumisay Kaarkaaga Talaalka? 

Saint Paul restaurant vaccine mandate

City of Saint Paul full vaccination or negative COVID-19 test requirement
Effective January 19 (January 26 for events requiring tickets), City-licensed businesses and venues serving food and/or beverages consumed indoors on site are required to request all patrons provide proof of full vaccination or a negative test result for COVID-19 (received within 72 hours of entry) and a photo ID. This is per Mayor Carter’s Executive Order 2022-5; the order will expire February 28 or sooner, if cancelled.

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