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."
Gov. DeSantis says no to vaccine passports in Florida
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis made it clear that Florida will not be a state with a COVID-19 vaccine passport.
Florida federal vaccine sites to administer at least 1,000 first doses per day
The federally-run vaccine site at Orlando's Valencia College campus administered 3,000 first doses on Monday, as the state's age eligibility dropped to 40 and up.
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.
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.
COVID-19 vaccine eligibility drops to 40 across Florida
Then, starting Monday, April 5th, COVID-19 vaccine eligibility will open up to everyone 18 and older.
Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines cut infection risk by 90%, CDC study finds
The findings were consistent with results from clinical trials conducted prior to the vaccines receiving FDA emergency authorizations, the CDC said.
Publix reopens vaccine portal as age eligibility drops to 40 statewide
Those booking on Monday will receive the two-dose Moderna vaccine.
Biden administration working with industry to develop COVID-19 'passports' as vaccinations progress
Passports offer a glimpse of a future that many are longing for after months of COVID-19 restrictions.
Gov. DeSantis calls on CDC to rescind no-sail order
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships.
Florida adds 5,750 new coronavirus cases, 159 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,750 new cases of coronavirus on Friday, along with 159 additional deaths.
MLB stadiums used as mass COVID-19 vaccination sites surpass 1 million shots
More than 1 million COVID-19 vaccination shots have been dispensed at Major League Baseball stadiums, with the Oakland Coliseum and Marlins Park among the sites planning to continue operating after opening day.
Large trial underway to determine if vaccinated people can catch, transmit COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday that a large trial is underway to determine if people who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can become infected without showing symptoms or transmit the disease.
Boston, Norfolk, Newark: White House COVID-19 task force names 3 cities as mass vaccination centers
White House coronavirus coordinator Jeff Zients announced on Friday that three new cities will become mass vaccination sites capable of inoculating 15,000 people daily.
Rutgers University requiring on-campus students to receive COVID-19 vaccines for fall semester
Rutgers University will be requiring students who are enrolled for the 2021 fall semester to be vaccinated against COVID-19, with exceptions for medical and religious reasons.
Governor expands vaccine eligibilty as Orange County sees rise in COVID cases in young adults
Officials in Orange County say the expanded eligibility for vaccinations couldn’t have come at a better time. They want parents to encourage their children who are 18 and older to get the shot as soon as possible.
18-plus can get vaccinated April 5 in Florida
As Florida prepares to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all, officials are hopeful that young adults will get vaccinated as they represent a demographic with a high infection rate.
Florida to lower vaccine eligibility age to 40 starting Monday, 18+ next month
"While the Biden administration set a May 1st target date for vaccine eligibility for all adults, Florida is pleased to announce that all adults in the state age 18 and older will be eligible for the vaccine beginning Monday, April 5th."
Orange County mayor pleased with vaccine expansion
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said he is happy that the governor has announced an expansion of eligibility of the COVID-19 vaccine. So far, more than 63 percent of seniors in Orange County have gotten their vaccine and overall more than 17 percent of all Orange County residents have received the shot, health officials say.