Governor Polis Gets his Flu Shot and COVID-19 Booster, Encourages All Coloradans to Get Vaccinated

DENVER - Today, Governor Polis received his COVID-19 and flu shots ahead of the respiratory virus season.

"It is officially fall, which means kids are back to school, the air gets a little cooler, we all start spending a little more time inside, and more people get the flu. In Colorado, we have taken steps to make it quick and easy to get the flu and COVID vaccines for those who want them. By re-issuing the statewide standing order this fall we cut red tape to help people who want vaccines get them quickly and easily. To better protect ourselves, our families, and our communities, I encourage all Coloradans to join me in getting the safe and effective flu and COVID-19 vaccines," said Governor Polis.

Governor Polis gets his Flu shot and COVID-19 Vaccine at the Capitol

With the respiratory virus season starting, Coloradans should get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines as soon as possible. Coloradans can use CDPHE's Find a Vaccine Provider webpage to find low and no-cost vaccines across the state at local public health clinics, primary care offices, and many pharmacies.

Governor Polis and the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment re-issued a standing order on September 4, 2026 to allow pharmacists to continue providing COVID-19 vaccines without individual prescriptions. The standing order remains in effect.

"Year after year, Governor Polis has made getting his flu vaccine part of protecting his health and the health of Coloradans," said Jill Hunsaker Ryan, executive director of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. "That consistency matters. Getting vaccinated is a simple step Coloradans can take to help protect themselves and the people around them as we head into respiratory virus season."

"Now is a great time for Coloradans to follow Governor Polis' lead and get their flu and COVID-19 vaccines," said Dr. Ned Calonge, chief medical officer at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. "Respiratory viruses typically increase during the fall and winter, but staying up to date on your vaccines significantly lowers your risk of severe illness. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are widely available at low or no cost, regardless of insurance status. While scheduling your vaccines, make sure to ask if an RSV immunization is also recommended for you."

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