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CDC Approves vaccine booster shots for persons with weak immune systems.

Fri, 2021-08-13 18:23 — mike kraft

Extra COVID vaccine OK'd for those with weak immune systems WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators say transplant recipients and others with severely weakened immune systems can get an extra dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines to better protect them as the delta variant continues to surge. AP NEWS

US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky endorsed on Friday the use of a third dose of coronavirus vaccine in immunocompromised people.

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Louisiana hospitals, overwhelmed with Covid patients, sending ambulances to Texas, state tries to encourage more vaccinations

Fri, 2021-08-13 11:26 — mike kraft

Louisiana hospitals, overwhelmed with Covid patients, sending ambulances to Texas State’s public health efforts hobbled by low vaccination rates and crowded housing following last year’s hurricane season Sara Sneath in New Orleans the Guardian

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Germany designates U.S., Turkey, Israel as COVID high-risk areas

Fri, 2021-08-13 11:03 — mike kraft

Germany designates U.S., Turkey, Israel as COVID high-risk areas - Funke The German government has designated the United States, Turkey, and Israel as high-risk countries, triggering a minimum five-day quarantine requirement for those who are unvaccinated, the FUNKE media group reported on Friday citing government sources. Reuters Reuters

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Overview briefs: Australia and Asia --Reuters

Fri, 2021-08-13 10:52 — mike kraft

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now: Reuters Reuters

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San Francisco to require vaccine proof at indoor locations

Fri, 2021-08-13 10:39 — mike kraft

San Francisco to require vaccine proof at indoor venues SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Worried that the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus could derail San Francisco’s economic rebound, Mayor London Breed announced Thursday that the city will require proof of full vaccination at indoor restaurants, bars, gyms and entertainment venues to help keep businesses open. AP NEWS

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Supreme Court rejects challenge to Indiana University's vaccination requirement

Fri, 2021-08-13 10:34 — mike kraft

Supreme Court rejects challenge to Indiana University's vaccination requirement Eight students asked the court for an emergency order, arguing that the risks of vaccination outweigh potential benefits for those in their age group. NBC News

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Florida Governor DeSantis backs off threat to slash school officials' salaries

Fri, 2021-08-13 10:24 — mike kraft

DeSantis backs off threat to slash school officials' salaries Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) on Thursday backed off his threat to slash school officials’ salaries should they impose mask mandates in defiance of his executive order. Jordan Williams TheHill

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Eight states make up half of US Covid-19 hospitalizations. The surge among the unvaccinated is overwhelming health care workers

Fri, 2021-08-13 10:08 — mike kraft

These 8 states make up half of US Covid-19 hospitalizations. And the surge among the unvaccinated is overwhelming health care workers As experts race to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 by encouraging vaccinations and mask wearing, hospital systems in a handful of states are now straining to keep up with the surge. Travis Caldwell, CNN CNN

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White House announces funding to aid rural hospitals and care givers in fighting pandemic

Fri, 2021-08-13 09:58 — mike kraft

White House announces funding to aid rural hospitals in fighting The Biden administration on Friday announced the allocation of billions of dollars in funding intended to aid hospitals and combat the COVID-19 pandemic in rural communities. Brett Samuels TheHill

The Biden administration on Friday announced the allocation of billions of dollars in funding intended to aid hospitals and combat the COVID-19 pandemic in rural communities.

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