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Persons at greatest COVID risk may not be getting the newest vaccines as outreach efforts drop

Mon, 2023-09-18 09:57 — mike kraft
A new COVID vaccine is here, but those at greatest risk may not get it as outreach drops off The CDC says everyone over 6 months old should get the new COVID vaccine. But with the emergency response mechanisms that supported earlier vaccine campaigns gone, many who need them most won’t get them. PBS NewsHour

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Considerations in when to decide to get Covid and other vaccinations

Fri, 2023-09-15 10:57 — mike kraft
Covid, RSV and flu vaccines are now available — here's how to decide whether to get them together Public health officials are urging eligible Americans to take all three shots so the nation can avoid another "tripledemic" of Covid, flu and RSV. Annika Kim Constantino CNBC
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Alternative COVID vaccine 75% cross-protective against symptomatic cases in previously infected-- study

Fri, 2023-09-15 10:48 — mike kraft
Trial: Alternative COVID vaccine 75% cross-protective against symptomatic cases in previously infected USAID/Rwanda / Flickr cc CIDRAP
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Half of Americans interested in getting updated COVID shot--poll

Fri, 2023-09-15 10:17 — mike kraft
Half of Americans interested in getting updated COVID shot, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows About half of Americans are interested in getting an updated COVID-19 vaccine more than three years after the virus infected millions and upended daily life across the United States and around the world. Ahmed Aboulenein,Jason Lange Reuters

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U.S. CDC director calls Florida's advice against new COVID booster 'dangerous'

Thu, 2023-09-14 18:02 — mike kraft
CDC calls Florida's advice against new COVID booster 'dangerous' Florida has the highest proportion of counties recording "moderate" COVID hospitalization levels in the U.S. Experts explain why the state is seeing so many cases. ABC News ABC News

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Guidance on when to take lastest COVID vaccination

Thu, 2023-09-14 10:50 — mike kraft
When to get the new Covid-19 vaccine to maximize your protection | CNN A new Covid-19 vaccine is available – and recommended – for everyone ages 6 months and older, and experts say it’s best to take advantage of the protection it provides sooner rather than later. Deidre McPhillips CNN

 

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Moderna says its revised flu shot succeeds against all 4 strains of the virus

Wed, 2023-09-13 17:40 — mike kraft
Moderna flu shot succeeds in late-stage study Moderna on Wednesday said its flu vaccine had generated a stronger immune response against all four A and B strains of the influenza virus compared to traditional flu shots in a late-stage trial, sending shares up about 6% in early trading. Patrick Wingrove Reuters

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US pharmacy chains prepare to administer updated COVID shots

Wed, 2023-09-13 17:34 — mike kraft
US pharmacy chains gear up to administer updated COVID shots U.S. drugstore chains CVS Health and Walgreens Boots Alliance said on Wednesday that updated COVID-19 vaccines would be available at their stores as soon as this week. Reuters Reuters

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Shots were being delivered in some locations on Wednesday, including at a Northwell Health facility in New York.

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Ahead of a possible 'tripledemic,' pediatrician recomends getting kids vaccinated

Wed, 2023-09-13 11:32 — mike kraft
Ahead of a possible 'tripledemic,' pediatrician shares what to know about getting kids vaccinated Bracho-Sanchez said that kids are still likely to get minor illnesses, but parents can protect them against the most serious viruses, which is through immunizations. ABC News ABC News
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Interview: With Covid-19 cases on the rise, should students take extra precautions?

Wed, 2023-09-13 11:12 — mike kraft
With Covid-19 cases on the rise, should students take extra precautions? | CNN Summer has ended and kids are back in school. However, Covid-19 cases are on the rise, along with key metrics like hospital admissions. New variants are constantly appearing, and the arrival of fall could also bring increases in influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and other respiratory diseases. Katia Hetter CNN

 

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