Sweden, Venezuela Are Latest Countries To Question AstraZeneca Vaccine
Several other countries including France, Germany, the Netherlands and Ireland moved to suspend injections of the vaccine this week.
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Defense Production Act Speeds Up Vaccine Production
A 1950 law allows the government to award contracts that take priority over all others for national defense. During the pandemic, the law has been used to defend the country against the coronavirus.
Coronavirus FAQs: Can I Drink Between Vaccine Doses? What Is 'Vaccine Efficacy'?
People who've had dose 1 are wondering ... can I have a few drinks before dose 2 or will that muck things up? Also: Do you really understand the concept of "vaccine efficacy"? It's complicated!
Biden And 'Quad' Leaders Launch Vaccine Push, Deepen Coordination Against China
The president was joined virtually by the leaders of Japan, India and Australia, in his first multilateral leaders' meeting. They launched a plan to boost vaccine production and distribution in Asia.
A 300-Year-Old Tale Of One Woman's Quest To Stop A Deadly Virus
In 1721, London was in the grips of a deadly smallpox epidemic. One woman learned how to stop it, but her solution sowed political division.
The Dalai Lama Gets A COVID-19 Shot And Urges Others To Get Vaccinated
The 85-year-old Tibetan spiritual leader scrapped plans to receive the injection at home, opting instead to travel to a clinic. "More people should have courage to take this injection," he said.
Alaska Town Now Vaccinating Everyone 16 And Older
Everyone in Sitka, Alaska, who's age 16 or older can get the COVID-19 vaccination. The tribal health service there has been so efficient, they've already vaccinated those at higher risk.
Federally Supported Community Vaccination Center Coming To Greensboro
The Biden administration is partnering with the state of North Carolina to host a major COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center (CVC) in Guilford County capable of administering roughly 21,000 doses
Following Grim National Milestone, An Upbeat COVID-19 Assessment For The Triad
A local infectious disease expert provided an upbeat assessment today of Forsyth County's COVID-19 situation.
State Opens COVID-19 Vaccine Window For Teachers
North Carolina moves into Group 3 vaccinations Wednesday, a group that includes child care workers and educators.