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Covid-
19: Pfizer Dramatically Ramps Up Distribution After Pause On Johnson & Johnson Vaccines
Hundreds of millions of new COVID-19 vaccines are set to be distributed across the country as Pfizer prepares to ramp up the production of its doses amid the pause of the Johnson & Johnson one-dose shot rollout. Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla announced that his company, with headquarters in the New York (in Manhattan and Rockland County), is now on track to deliver 10 percent more vaccine doses to the US (approximately 220 million) while supplying the already agreed upon 300 million doses for the end of July two weeks early. Both Pfizer and Moderna, two of the three approved vaccines by the F…
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Covid-
19: Vaccine Rivalry? Comparisons Between Moderna, Pfizer Doses Can Get Heated
Are you Team Moderna or Team Pfizer? A good-natured rivalry has been brewing between those receiving the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine versus the Pfizer vaccine as more doses have been made available to the majority of the public. Since Americans began receiving their initial doses of the two-shot Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, photos of vaccination cards and celebratory videos of successful shots have flooded social media, with some on both sides taking playful jabs at the other in the process. Related story - COVID:19: COVID-19: Brand-New Study Compares Side Effects Of Pfizer, Moderna Va…
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Covid-
19: Second-Dose Skipping Sparks Concern Among Medical Experts
Though millions of COVID-19 vaccines are being administered daily in the United States, some medical experts are now concerned about some eager Americans going to get their first dose and then skipping out on the second out of complacency. Some are citing side effects that come with the second dose of the two-shot Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, which has increased “vaccine-hesitancy” and has some not heading back to their healthcare provider to complete the vaccination process. Others have simply missed appointments or opted against going back to receive a second dose. However, health of…
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Covid-
19: Pfizer Seeks FDA Approval To Give Vaccines To Kids In New Age Group
Pfizer is seeking federal approval to expand the use of its COVID-19 vaccine in adolescents between the ages of 12 and 15. The company announced that it is asking the Food and Drug Administration to amend its emergency use authorization, which was granted for people ages 16 and up late last year. Now, Pfizer is looking to expand its usage to adolescents as they work to get students back to full in-person learning for the fall semester. Clinical trials of the Pfizer/BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine have shown that it has a 100 percent efficacy in adolescents and is well-tolerated in minors betw…
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Covid-
19: Brand-New Study Compares Side Effects Of Pfizer, Moderna Vaccine Recipients
Those who have taken the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine are reporting more side effects than those who got a dose from Pfizer, according to a new study. Using data from more than three million vaccine recipients collected from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it was determined that nearly 70 percent of those studied reported minor side effects such as fatigue or chills. Of those reporting side effects, the researchers found that more participants impacted had received the Moderna vaccine compared to the Pfizer vaccine. According to the study, 73 percent of those who got the…
Schools
Covid-
19: SUNY To Provide One-Shot J&J Vaccine To Students Before Summer Break
The State University of New York school system will be making the one-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine available to students before they head home for Summer Break with the intention of fully reopening campuses in the fall. With eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine expanding to all New Yorkers 16 and older on Tuesday, April 6, SUNY Chancellor Jim Malatras announced that thousands of the Johnson & Johnson vaccines were being distributed to the 34 SUNY campuses. The latest measure comes on the hells of Malatras announcing SUNY’s intention to fully reopen for in-person learning across th…
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Covid-
19: New Research Reveals Minimum Amount Of Time Moderna Vaccine Remains Effective
The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine could provide protection against the virus for a minimum of a half a year, according to a new report published this week. A report in the New England Journal of Medicine was published this week advising that the Moderna vaccine, much like its counterpart from Pfizer, will remain effective against COVID-19 for at least six months once both doses are administered. The latest report comes after dozens of tests of those who received the shot during the study. With this research, using three separate tests that look for antibodies, the scientists found that pr…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Vaccinated Americans Get Green Light To Travel, Should Take These Measures, CDC Says
Fully vaccinated Americans can resume domestic and overseas travel as long as they wear masks in public, and follow two other measures, according to brand-new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC). They also don't need to be tested for COVID-19 before or after domestic travel and don't have to self-quarantine on return, provided they follow public health measures. The CDC released the guidance on Friday, April 2. In addition to wearing a mask, fully vaccinated travelers should also: Stay 6 feet from others and avoid crowds Wash your hands often or use…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Got Your Vaccine? Here's What This Popular Food Chain Will Give You For Free
One of the country’s most popular food chains is offering a sweet incentive to encourage Americans to go out and get their COVID-19 vaccination. Krispy Kreme is sweetening the deal for anyone on the fence about getting the vaccine by offering a free daily doughnut at each of their U.S. locations through the end of 2021. No purchase is required to pick up the free treat, one just has to provide proof that they’ve been vaccinated. According to Krispy Kreme, those qualified for the free doughnut include anyone who has received one of the two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, o…
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Covid-
19: Moderna Begins Vaccine Trials For Children, Babies
Moderna is moving forward with its latest COVID-19 vaccine trial, testing it in children six months to less than 12 years old as the company reviews the effectiveness and safety of the shot in younger Americans. As part of the study, researchers will be giving two injections 28 days apart of either the Moderna vaccine or a placebo, to the children being tested. The current Moderna vaccine has only been authorized for use in those 18 and older. Kids who get the vaccine will receive one of three possible doses, from 25 micrograms up to 100 micrograms – the same dose that received an emergen…
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Covid-
19: CDC Unveils Highly-Anticipated Guidelines For Those Who Are Fully Vaccinated
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has just issued its first guidance for fully vaccinated people during the COVID-19 pandemic. Those who currently count as fully vaccinated are those who have gotten two separate shots of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines with the second shot coming at least two weeks ago. The rollout for the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine started last week. According to the CDC guidance released late Monday morning, March 8, fully vaccinated people should still: Maintain physical distance in public and wear a well-fitted mask Avoid large- and…
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Why The
Covid-
19 Vaccine Is Important
As we all know, COVID-19 has caused very serious illness and even death for many people across our nation and around the world. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine is the best and safest choice to protect you, your family, and your community. Why should I get the COVID-19 vaccine? Is it safe? Since there is currently no cure for COVID-19, prevention is our best strategy. When you get the vaccine, your immune system gets a boost to help prevent you from getting COVID-19. The two COVID-19 vaccines being administered now, Pfizer and Moderna, have been approved for emergency use by the United States…
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