The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its interim guidance on coronavirus vaccine administration to state that the first and second doses of approved jabs can be given up to … [Read more...] about CDC says COVID-19 vaccine doses can be given 6 weeks apart, warns jabs are not interchangeable
Florida limits COVID-19 vaccines to residents citing limited supply
Florida is limiting coronavirus vaccines to residents and health care workers who travel to the state to provide care amid scant supply and anecdotes of so-called "vaccine tourism." In a public health … [Read more...] about Florida limits COVID-19 vaccines to residents citing limited supply
Doctor accused of stealing COVID-19 vaccines for family, friends
A since-fired doctor in Texas is being charged with theft after officials claim he took a vial of COVID-19 vaccine that contained nine doses back in December. In a press release posted Thursday, … [Read more...] about Doctor accused of stealing COVID-19 vaccines for family, friends
Biden plan to reopen schools subject to potential changes in coronavirus pandemic, official says
One of President Biden’s goals for his first 100 days in office is to see to it that most schools are reopened for in-person learning, but after previewing one of the 10 coronavirus-related executive … [Read more...] about Biden plan to reopen schools subject to potential changes in coronavirus pandemic, official says
COVID-19 vaccines won’t be ‘in every pharmacy’ by late Feb., CDC director predicts
The Biden administration is aiming to vaccinate 100 million people in 100 days, but the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned that it won’t necessarily mean … [Read more...] about COVID-19 vaccines won’t be ‘in every pharmacy’ by late Feb., CDC director predicts
Woman will get Moderna COVID-19 vaccine second dose despite allergic reaction to first
One woman who suffered an allergic reaction to Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine said she will "absolutely, positively" get the second dose citing concerns about the virus itself. Cheryl Brennan, who … [Read more...] about Woman will get Moderna COVID-19 vaccine second dose despite allergic reaction to first
Redfield defends CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, warns ‘worst is yet to come’ in pandemic
Outgoing Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Robert Redfield said that leaving his post while the coronavirus ravages the country is "hard," but he does "feel proud" of the work … [Read more...] about Redfield defends CDC’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, warns ‘worst is yet to come’ in pandemic
New COVID strain in LA eyed as cases surge
Days after Los Angeles County surpassed 1 million coronavirus cases, researchers say a new local strain is likely behind the seemingly never-ending surge. The strain, identified as CAL.20C by … [Read more...] about New COVID strain in LA eyed as cases surge
Incoming CDC director predicts COVID-19 deaths will hit 500,000 by next month
The incoming Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Rochelle Walensky warned on Sunday the U.S. is likely to see "dark weeks ahead," with the death toll due to coronavirus potentially set … [Read more...] about Incoming CDC director predicts COVID-19 deaths will hit 500,000 by next month
Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts ranked last in US: CDC
Alabama has fallen behind the rest of the country in vaccination efforts, averaging just 2,051 shots per every 100,000 residents. The state, which as of Monday opened up appointments for residents 75 … [Read more...] about Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts ranked last in US: CDC
