Biden pushes vaccines, masks as best defense against omicron variant
Nov 29, 2021
News reports out of South Africa noted that COVID-19 cases from omicron have resulted in mostly mild symptoms.
Half of American workers support COVID-19 vaccination, mask mandates in workplace
Aug 27, 2021
The poll was conducted before the FDA granted full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Risk for Bell’s palsy up 42 days after first dose of CoronaVac
Aug 25, 2021
A Hong Kong study shows small increased risk after the Sinovac Biotech vaccine known as CoronoVac, but no significantly increased risk after the BNT162b2 vaccine (Fosun-BioNTech [equivalent to Pfizer-BioNTech]).
FDA panel recommends approval of Johnson & Johnson booster shot
Oct 15, 2021
The booster shot is recommended for anyone 18 years and older, to be given at least two months after the first dose.
Novavax COVID-19 vaccine shines in latest trial
Jun 14, 2021
The company says there were no cases of hospitalization or death among people who received the vaccine.
FDA expert panel to weigh approval of Moderna, Johnson & Johnson booster shots
Oct 13, 2021
The panel will consider whether a third Moderna shot should contain half the original dose, as well as the best timing for a second shot of single-dose J&J vaccine.
CDC panel advises that other vaccines are preferred over J&J Shot
Dec 16, 2021
The ACIP voted unanimously on Thursday afternoon on ‘updated recommendations for use’ of the single-dose vaccine.