Pfizer seeks authorization to store COVID-19 vaccine in standard refrigerator temps for up to 4 weeks
Such a change could allow Pfizer’s much-needed shots, which have been approved in more than 80 countries, to have a simplified distribution process.
FDA expected to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for teens 12 and older by next week
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to authorize Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for young adults age 12 and older by next week, according to a federal official and a person familiar with the process, setting up shots for many before the beginning of the next school year.
Moderna to supply 500 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to poorer countries through WHO initiative
The World Health Organization has repeatedly decried a lack of equity in access to COVID-19 vaccines and is working to ship doses to low- and middle-income countries through its COVAX program.
Blackfeet Nation in Montana sets up COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Canadian border to share surplus doses
A U.S.-based tribal nation recently shared its COVID-19 vaccine surplus with related tribes and other residents across the border in Canada in an effort to get more people vaccinated against the virus.
Walgreens rolling out mobile vaccination clinics in Chicago, 9 other US locations
Walgreens is bringing the coronavirus vaccine directly into Chicago's underserved communities this month.
Publix reopens COVID-19 vaccine registration portal on Monday
Those who register will receive the two-dose Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
Prince Harry, Jennifer Lopez make voices heard at ‘Vax Live’ fundraising concert
President Joe Biden and Prince Harry were among several big names advocating for vaccine equity at “Vax Live: The Concert to Reunite the World.” The taped fundraising event will air on May 8.
US to begin world trade talks to more widely distribute COVID-19 vaccine
The U.S. has been criticized for focusing first on vaccinating Americans, particularly as its vaccine supply begins to outpace demand and doses approved for use elsewhere in the world but not in the U.S. sit idle.
Orange County Convention Center halts first doses of COVID-19 vaccine
The site is set to close at the end of May.
Port Canaveral first U.S. port to distribute COVID-19 vaccine to ship crew members, workers
Port Canaveral is the first port in the United States to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine to workers and ship crew members, port officials said.
US health officials say anxiety caused COVID-19 vaccine reactions in 5 states
U.S. health officials concluded that anxiety caused fainting, dizziness and other short-term reactions in dozens of people at coronavirus vaccine clinics in five states.
Florida lawmakers pass bill making it illegal to require proof of COVID-19 vaccination
The highest-profile part of the bill would prohibit businesses, schools and government agencies from requiring people to show documentation certifying COVID-19 vaccinations or post-infection recovery before gaining entry.
Last call: Orange County Convention Center to stop giving 1st doses this weekend
The site is set to close at the end of May.
Houston-area nurse says she was terminated for declining the COVID-19 vaccine
A Houston-area woman says she was a nurse at Houston Methodist for about 10 years until this week. Michelle Fuentes says she was terminated for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccine 'passport' ban clears Florida House
COVID-19 passports could be used to show people have been vaccinated before entering places such as businesses or schools.
Disney World paying employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19
Disney Health Services is trying to make it easy for cast members to get vaccinated by setting up pop-up vaccination sites throughout the property.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 12-15 could be approved in May
There has been a lot of talk about vaccinating children against COVID-19, and now researchers say that day might be here sooner than you think.
Disney paying employees to get vaccinated
Walt Disney World Resort is paying its employees bonuses to get fully vaccinated. Employees who get their full vaccine regimen by September 30, 2021, may receive a one-time payment that is the equivalent to four hours of regular pay.
COVID-19 vaccine to be administered at Flagler County bars, restaurants
Flagler County says fewer people are getting the vaccine even though more people are eligible. Now they're getting creative to administer more vaccines.
Republican lawmakers with medical degrees release video urging Americans to get COVID-19 vaccine
The group of lawmakers, which include doctors, dentists and registered pharmacists, encouraged supporters to get a COVID-19 vaccine in a new video.