Can I Get the Covid Vaccine Even If I’m Not Over 65? What Conditions Make one Eligible?

Short answer – Yes.
I got the shot and no questions were asked.

From my local pharmacy. Note – two common conditions in bold.

The 2025/26 COVID-19 vaccine is FDA approved for everyone ages 65 and older and patients 6 months to 64 with certain health conditions that put someone at high risk for severe outcomes from COVID-19 virus. Conditions include but are not limited to:

Diabetes
Past or current smoker
Physically inactive
Body mass index greater than 25
Weakened immune system
Heart disease, including high blood pressure
Pregnancy
Cancer
Substance use disorders
Mental health conditions
Chronic lung disease including cystic fibrosis
Chronic liver disease
Kidney disease
Dementia or a neurologic condition
Blood disorders (including sickle cell disease)
HIV or tuberculous infection
Solid organ or blood stem cell transplant
Any other conditions or situation that places you at high risk of severe illness from COVID-19 (consult your pharmacist or medical provider if you are unsure)