More people getting vaccinated, but experts report rise in hospitalizations
Experts say more people are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, but hospitalizations are on the rise.
Author: CNN
Third booster shot awaits FDA approval
The difference the booster shot could make depending on previous inoculations
(CNN) — A third round of shots is what White House officials say they plan to offer to fully vaccinated Americans who got the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. So, where does that leave individuals who received the Johnson and Johnson vaccine when it comes to booster shots? Mandy Gaither explains why one doctor says it may take a while…
Consumer News: Facebook takes action against the “disinformation dozen,” FAA proposing fines against unruly passengers and more
Consumer News: Facebook takes action against the “disinformation dozen,” FAA proposing fines against unruly passengers and more.
President Biden expected to lay out plan for COVID-19 booster shots
The White House says President Joe Biden will lay out his COVID-19 booster shot plan today. Preliminary data suggest the general population might need a booster about eight months after their final dose, and they could be offered by mid to late September, pending authorization from the FDA.
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While kids head back to school, experts anticipate COVID-19 surge will continue
The surge in COVID-19 cases is expected to continue as kids head back to school. Health officials worry about the strain on hospitals as the push to increase vaccination rates intensifies.
High school in the Upstate mourns the loss of a student who passed away from COVID-19
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Study finds children under 3 are more likely to spread COVID-19
Children under the age of 3 may be more likely than older kids to spread COVID-19. An article published today from JAMA Pediatrics contradicts earlier studies that suggests young children were less likely to spread the virus.
Indeed reports job postings with vaccination requirements are up
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