15 million J&J COVID vaccines thrown away after ingredient mix-up
A dosage mix-up at a Baltimore production facility, which ruined about 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID vaccine, has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to delay certification of the facility.
New COVID-19 strains may be fueling US rise in cases
The US has now administered just over 150 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine. Yet, after months of dropping case numbers, infections are beginning to rise, driven, at least in part, by new more contagious strains of the coronavirus.
EU says 'no evidence' to restrict use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
The European Medicines Agency says there is “no evidence” that would support restricting the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine in any population despite reports of rare blood clots.
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe, strongly protective in kids as young as 12
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12.
Pfizer says its vaccine is safe and effective in kids age 12-15
The pharmaceutical company said its vaccine was strongly protective in kids as young as 12. The news could have big implications for reopening schools.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium offers early morning, late-night COVID-19 vaccinations
The Southeast's largest vaccination site is opening up appointments as early as 7 a.m. on some days and as late as 10 p.m. on others.
CDC Director warns US could be hit with a fourth wave of the pandemic
As US case counts once again rise, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky says she has a feeling of "impending doom," warning the country could be hit by a fourth wave of the pandemic.
DeKalb program delivers COVID-19 vaccines to homebound seniors
DeKalb County has launched an innovative mobile program that will bring the vaccination to a senior citizen's residence.
AstraZeneca vaccine use again suspended for people under 60 in parts of Germany
Several German regions again suspended AstraZeneca shots on Tuesday for people under 60 after new reports of unusual blood clots.
Krispy Kreme defends its offer of free doughnuts for vaccinated people
"Krispy Kreme offering free doughnuts for getting vaccinated is like Marlboro offering free cigarettes for getting a flu shot," one doctor said, criticizing the company for using the COVID-19 vaccine as a "marketing ploy."
First teachers, now a school district plans to start vaccinating students
First it was teachers and staff, now one local school district plans to start vaccinating students. It's the next phase of Marietta Schools plan to help those in the community get the vaccine if they want it.
Canada suspends use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine for people under 55
Canada on Monday suspended the use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine for people under age 55 following concerns it might be linked to rare blood clots.
More than a dozen states to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults
More than a dozen states are set to open COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults this week.
COVID-19 vaccine scams are on the rise, health officials warn: What to look out for
With demand on the rise for COVID-19 vaccines, Los Angeles County is warning residents that scams relating to the shots are also on the rise.
Fever, headache, fatigue are all signs the vaccine is working, doctors say
So far, experts say about 30% of those who get one of three COVID-19 vaccines experience mild to moderate symptoms, but those are actually a sign the vaccine is working and don't pose a long-term health threat.
Real-world study finds Moderna, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines 90% effective after 2 doses, CDC says
The U.S government’s first look at the real-world use of COVID-19 vaccines found their effectiveness was nearly as robust as it was in controlled studies.
Biden says 90% of adults will be eligible for COVID vaccine in 3 weeks
"I'm pleased to announce that at least 90% of all adults in this country will be eligible to be vaccinated by April 19, just three weeks from now, because we have the vaccines," Biden said.
Biden says 90% of US adults will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine by April 19
President Joe Biden said at least 90% of the adult U.S. population will be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine by April 19 and will have access to a vaccination site within 5 miles of home.
Florida governor to forbid COVID-19 ‘vaccine passports’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Monday that he would issue an executive order forbidding local governments and businesses from requiring so-called "vaccine passports" to show proof that customers have been inoculated against the coronavirus.
Columbus mass vaccination site limiting drive-ups
The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency announced it will limit drive-up COVID-19 vaccine distribution beginning Monday for people that did not pre-register for a vaccination appointment.