New Mexico recommends 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccines

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccinations on August 27 for the current respiratory virus season.

Source: N.M. Department of Health

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health has issued updated guidance and extended a standing order for the 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccines which are expected to start arriving in the state next week.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccinations on August 27 for the current respiratory virus season. While the FDA approvals focused on specific high-risk groups, the New Mexico standing order allows providers to vaccinate anyone following NMDOH evidence-based guidelines.

“This standing order provides access for anyone requesting a 2026-2027 COVID vaccine,” said Dr. Miranda Durham, New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) Chief Medical Officer. “COVID-19 vaccines remain safe and effective tools for preventing severe illness, hospitalization, and death.”

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The COVID-19 vaccination is especially important for: Adults aged 65+, individuals at increased risk for severe COVID‑19, anyone who has never been vaccinated.” It is also recommended for pregnant people, providing protection both for the mother and for the infant after birth.

 The New Mexico Health Care Authority confirms individuals enrolled in Medicaid will have the full cost of their COVID-19 vaccines covered.

Anyone who wants to learn more, or who is denied a COVID-19 vaccine, should call the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-796-8773.

Both the standing order and NMDOH’s guidance on COVID-19 vaccination are available on https://www.nmhealth.org/about/phd/idb/imp/imsc/.