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Americans can now get an updated COVID-19 vaccine

Americans can now get an updated COVID-19 vaccine.

Next round of COVID-19 shots in fall will target latest omicron strain

The next round of COVID-19 vaccines will target one of the latest versions of the coronavirus.

Senators press Moderna CEO on COVID-19 vaccine price hike

Moderna’s CEO is defending a plan to more than quadruple the company’s COVID-19 vaccine price.

CDC rolls out new vaccine booster to target Omicron variant ahead of the fall season

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending an additional COVID-19 booster shot that targets the Omicron variant.

WHO: New COVID cases, deaths keep falling nearly everywhere

The number of new coronavirus cases and deaths reported globally continued to fall nearly everywhere in the world in what the World Health Organization described as a “welcome decline” at a media briefing on Wednesday.

US clears updated COVID boosters targeting newest variants

U.S. regulators have authorized updated COVID-19 boosters, the first to directly target today's most common omicron strain.

Tweaked COVID boosters close but how much will they help?

COVID-19 vaccines tweaked to better match today’s omicron threat are expected to roll out in a few weeks but how much will they help.

Clinical trials for new ‘game changing’ Moderna COVID-19 booster begins in Jacksonville

The trials began Thursday and are expected to finish within the next few days.

WHO: World coronavirus cases fall 24%; deaths rise in Asia

New coronavirus cases reported globally in the last week dropped by nearly a quarter while deaths fell by 6%.

British regulator 1st to OK Moderna's updated COVID booster

British drug regulators have become the first in the world to authorize an updated version of Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine that includes protection against the omicron variant, which the government said would now be offered to people aged 50 and over in the fall.

Court revives block of vaccine mandate for federal workers

A court ruling is back in effect that blocks President Joe Biden from requiring federal employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Pfizer says tweaked COVID-19 shots boost omicron protection

Pfizer says tweaking its COVID-19 vaccine to better target the omicron variant is safe and boosts protection.

White House officials encourage parents to vaccinate their younger children

The White House COVID-19 response team is urging parents to get their young children vaccinated as the country begins to rollout vaccines to the youngest population.

The FDA has authorized Covid-19 vaccines for children under 5. Will you be vaccinating your child?

Will you be vaccinating your child?

Shots for tots: COVID vaccinations start for little US kids

The nation’s youngest children are getting their chance at vaccines for COVID-19.

US opens COVID vaccine to little kids, shots begin next week

U.S. health officials have opened COVID-19 vaccines for infants, toddlers and preschoolers — the last group without the shots.

FDA authorizes 1st COVID-19 shots for infants, preschoolers

U.S. regulators have authorized the first COVID-19 shots for infants and preschoolers.

FDA advisers back Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for older kids

A government advisory panel has endorsed a second brand of COVID-19 vaccine for school-age children and teens.

Marathon US hearings to decide fate of COVID shots for tots

Next week brings a marathon of hearings as the U.S. decides whether to open COVID-19 vaccinations to kids under 5.

What’s the difference between the Novavax vaccine and others? A doctor breaks it down

Now that an FDA advisory committee has recommended the Novavax COVID-19 vaccination for emergency use, experts say we could possibly see the FDA give full approval of the vaccine soon.

Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection

Moderna says its experimental COVID-19 vaccine that combines its original shot with protection against the omicron variant appears to work.

What's next for COVID-19 vaccines for youngest US children

Parents hoping to get their youngest children vaccinated against COVID-19 have some encouraging news.

FDA restricts J&J's COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot risk

U.S. regulators are strictly limiting who can receive Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine due to a rare but serious risk of blood clots.

Pfizer hopes to submit little-kid vaccine data by early June

Pfizer now hopes to tell U.S. regulators how well its COVID-19 vaccine works in the littlest kids by early June.

FDA sets June meetings on COVID vaccines for youngest kids

The Food and Drug Administration has set tentative dates in June to publicly review COVID-19 vaccines for the youngest American children.

As companies race to be 1st with COVID shots for littlest kids, parents have mixed reactions

Moderna is asking U.S. regulators to open its COVID-19 vaccine to the nation's youngest children.

Moderna seeks to be 1st with COVID shots for littlest kids

Moderna is asking U.S. regulators to open its COVID-19 vaccine to the nation's youngest children.

Who really needs a second COVID booster? Here's what to know

Many Americans can now get a second COVID-19 booster, but it’s hard to tell who really needs another shot right now and who could wait.

What you need to know about the FDA authorizing another Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 booster for 50+

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday authorized another COVID-19 booster for people age 50 and older.

FDA OKs another Pfizer, Moderna COVID booster for 50 and up

Americans age 50 and older can get a second COVID-19 booster if it’s been at least four months since their last vaccination.

EXPLAINER: What to know about COVID vaccines for little kids

Moderna says it will ask regulators to authorize its COVID-19 vaccine for children under 6 but several hurdles need to be cleared before the shots could become available.

Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers.

Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID shot

Drugmaker Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.

WHO works to spread COVID vaccine technology to more nations

The World Health Organization is creating a global training center to help poorer countries make vaccines, antibodies and cancer treatments using the messenger RNA technology used to make COVID-19 vaccines.

Six African countries to receive mRNA vaccine technology

Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa and Tunisia will be the first African countries to receive the technology required to produce mRNA vaccines on the continent.

Japan starts mass COVID boosters as omicron cases soar

Tokyo has launched a mass inoculation drive for COVID-19 booster shots at a temporary center operated by the military as Japan tries to speed up delayed third jabs to counter surging infections.

Moderna begins testing omicron-matched COVID shots in adults

Moderna has begun testing an omicron-specific version of its COVID-19 vaccine in healthy adults.

Official: Haiti sees rise in COVID-19 cases; few vaccinated

Haiti's health minister says the country is fighting a rise in COVID-19 cases as the government struggles to convince people to get vaccinated.

US sets shorter COVID-19 isolation rules for health workers

U.S. officials are loosening rules that call on health care workers to stay out of work for 10 days if they test positive for COVID-19.

Omicron now most common coronavirus variant in US

As Americans get ready for the holidays, COVID-19 cases are surging in parts of the United States.

Moderna: Initial booster data shows good results on omicron

Moderna said Monday that a booster dose of its COVID-19 vaccine should offer protection against the rapidly spreading omicron variant.

CDC recommends Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 shots over J&J's

U.S. health officials say most Americans should get the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines instead of the Johnson & Johnson shot.

Vaccine makers racing to update COVID shots, just in case

Vaccine makers are racing to update their COVID-19 shots against omicron even before it’s clear a change is needed, just in case.

Lawmakers seek extended protections for healthcare workers

New York City instituted a new mask mandate Tuesday as the stock market was down over renewed COVID fears.

Asia shares mixed as investors weigh omicron economic risks

Asian shares are mixed as investors continue to cautiously weigh how much damage the new omicron coronavirus variant may unleash on the global economy.

US opens COVID boosters to all adults, urges them for 50+

The U.S. is opening COVID-19 vaccine boosters to all adults, and urging them for anyone 50 and older.

NBA to players, coaches, refs: Booster shots are recommended

The NBA has told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus, with particular urgency for those who received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

City of Jacksonville offering COVID-19 booster shots

The city of Jacksonville, in partnership with Agape Family Health and the Florida Department of Health in Duval County, on Thursday announced additional COVID-19 vaccination services at four city-funded locations.

Moderna lowers forecast for 2021 COVID-19 vaccine deliveries

Moderna is scaling back expectations for the number of COVID-19 vaccine deliveries it expects to make this year and the revenue it will record from them.

Moderna to supply Africa with up to 110 million COVID doses

Moderna to supply Africa with up to 110 million COVID doses

Moderna says it will make up to 110 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine available to African countries.

Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11

Moderna says its low-dose COVID shot works for kids 6 to 11

Moderna says its low-dose COVID-19 vaccine is safe and appears to work in 6- to 11-year-olds.

Georgia health departments to offer COVID-19 boosters

Georgia health departments to offer COVID-19 boosters

Georgia officials say local health departments will begin offering more COVID-19 vaccine booster shots on Tuesday, following guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

African effort to replicate mRNA vaccine targets disparities

African effort to replicate mRNA vaccine targets disparities

A team of young scientists in South Africa is assembling the equipment needed to reverse engineer Moderna's coronavirus vaccine.

EXPLAINER: Is it time to get a COVID-19 booster? Which one?

EXPLAINER: Is it time to get a COVID-19 booster? Which one?

Millions more Americans are now eligible for COVID-19 boosters, and they can get a different vaccine than their first shots.

COVID vaccine: CDC expands booster rollout, OKs mixing shots

COVID vaccine: CDC expands booster rollout, OKs mixing shots

Federal health officials say millions more Americans can get a COVID-19 booster and choose a different vaccine for that next shot.

FDA OKs mixing COVID vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters

FDA OKs mixing COVID vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters

U.S. regulators are extending COVID-19 boosters to Americans who got the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

US expected to authorize mix-and-match COVID booster shots

US expected to authorize mix-and-match COVID booster shots

Federal regulators are expected to authorize the mixing and matching of COVID-19 booster shots this week.

Why COVID boosters weren't tweaked to better match variants

Why COVID boosters weren't tweaked to better match variants

COVID-19 booster shots are an extra dose of the original vaccine, and some experts wonder why they weren't updated to better match the delta variant.

FDA panel endorses lower-dose Moderna COVID shot for booster

FDA panel endorses lower-dose Moderna COVID shot for booster

A panel of U.S. health advisers has endorsed booster shots for Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine.

Next on FDA's agenda: Booster shots of Moderna, J&J vaccines

Next on FDA's agenda: Booster shots of Moderna, J&J vaccines

With many Americans who got Pfizer vaccinations already rolling up their sleeves for a booster shot, millions of others who received the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine wait anxiously to learn when it’s their turn.

Moderna has no plans to share its COVID-19 vaccine recipe

Moderna has no plans to share its COVID-19 vaccine recipe

The chairman of Moderna says the company has no plans to share the recipe for its COVID-19 vaccine because executives have concluded that scaling up their own production is the best way to increase the global supply.

The Latest: UN chief decries pandemic's harm to the poor

The Latest: UN chief decries pandemic's harm to the poor

The United Nations chief says the pandemic has forced more than 100 million people into poverty and left over 4 billion people with little or no social support, health care or income protection.

EU regulator OKs Pfizer vaccine booster for 18 and older

EU regulator OKs Pfizer vaccine booster for 18 and older

The European Union’s drug regulator has given its backing to booster shots of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for people 18 and older.

Correction: Virus Outbreak story

Correction: Virus Outbreak story

In a story published September 27, 2021, about vaccine mandates for health care workers, The Associated Press erroneously reported that Dr. Jeff Smith was the CEO of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

EXPLAINER: Who's eligible for Pfizer booster shots in US?

EXPLAINER: Who's eligible for Pfizer booster shots in US?

Millions of Americans are now eligible to receive a Pfizer booster shot to help increase their protection against the worst effects of the coronavirus.

New CDC study shows Moderna vaccine most effective against hospitalization

New CDC study shows Moderna vaccine most effective against hospitalization

A new study shows that the Moderna vaccine is more effective at keeping people out of the hospital with COVID-19 than Johnson and Johnson and Pfizer vaccines.

Vietnam speeds up Hanoi vaccine drive; 1M jabs over weekend

Vietnam speeds up Hanoi vaccine drive; 1M jabs over weekend

Vietnam is speeding up its vaccination program in an effort to loosen coronavirus lockdown restrictions in major cities by the end of the month.

WHO says Africa's already thin vaccine supply to drop by 25%

WHO says Africa's already thin vaccine supply to drop by 25%

Africa’s already thin supply of COVID-19 vaccines has taken another significant hit.

COVID-19 boosters are coming but who will get them and when?

COVID-19 boosters are coming but who will get them and when?

COVID-19 booster shots may be coming for at least some Americans but there's still important science to be worked out about who really needs them and when.

WHO monitoring COVID-19 variant known as mu; booster plan faces complications

WHO monitoring COVID-19 variant known as mu; booster plan faces complications

A new COVID-19 variant is on the horizon -- the World Health Organization is closely monitoring the newest variant called Mu.

WHO: COVID-19 vaccination triples in Africa but still low

WHO: COVID-19 vaccination triples in Africa but still low

The Africa director of the World Health Organization says the continent was able to triple its COVID-19 vaccination rate over the past week, helped by growing numbers of donations of doses from developed countries.

Japan suspends 1.63M doses of Moderna over contamination

Japan suspends 1.63M doses of Moderna over contamination

Japan is suspending use of about 1.63 million doses of Moderna vaccine after contamination was found in some unused vials.

Asian shares rise but momentum fizzles on virus worries

Asian shares rise but momentum fizzles on virus worries

Asian shares are gaining, boosted by a near-record rise on Wall Street.

US regulators give full approval to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

US regulators give full approval to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine

The U.S. has given full approval to the COVID-19 vaccine made by Pfizer.

Do I need a booster if I got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine?

Do I need a booster if I got the Johnson & Johnson vaccine?

The U.S. is planning booster doses of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, but if you got the one-dose Johnson & Johnson shot instead, stay tuned.

Publix, CVS, Walgreens offering 3rd COVID-19 vaccine dose for those with weak immune systems

Publix, CVS, Walgreens offering 3rd COVID-19 vaccine dose for those with weak immune systems

Publix, CVS and Walgreens are offering a third COVID-19 vaccine shot for certain immunocompromised people.

Florida Black Expo hosts pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Jacksonville

Florida Black Expo hosts pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Jacksonville

Sunday’s clinic on West Beaver Street was hosted by the Florida Black Expo as a push to get African Americans and low-income residents vaccinated.

Misinformation at public forums vexes local boards, big tech

Misinformation at public forums vexes local boards, big tech

Public forums before local school boards and city councils are the latest source of misinformation about COVID-19.

Who qualifies for a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine?

Who qualifies for a third dose of COVID-19 vaccine?

Americans at high risk from COVID-19 because of severely weakened immune systems are now allowed to get a third vaccination in hopes of better protection, a policy change endorsed Friday by influential government advisers.

US allows extra COVID vaccine doses for some. Now what?

US allows extra COVID vaccine doses for some. Now what?

Americans at high risk from COVID-19 because of severely weakened immune systems are now allowed to get a third vaccination in hopes of better protection.

What is a COVID-19 vaccine 'breakthrough' case?

What is a COVID-19 vaccine 'breakthrough' case?

A COVID-19 vaccine “breakthrough” case is when a vaccinated person gets infected with the coronavirus.

COVID-19 vaccines available at hundreds of sites in Northeast Florida

COVID-19 vaccines available at hundreds of sites in Northeast Florida

More than 11 million Floridians have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine since the shots arrived in the state six months ago.

EU likely to decide on Moderna COVID shot for kids next week

EU likely to decide on Moderna COVID shot for kids next week

A top official at the European Medicines Agency says a decision on whether to recommend that Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine be authorized for children is expected late next week.

Vaccine deliveries rising as delta virus variant slams Asia

Vaccine deliveries rising as delta virus variant slams Asia

As many Asian countries battle their worst surge of COVID-19 infections, the slow flow of vaccine doses from around the world is finally picking up speed, giving hope that inoculation rates can increase and help blunt the effect of the rapidly spreading delta variant.

The Latest: Australia official urges against AstraZeneca

The Latest: Australia official urges against AstraZeneca

The top health official in Australia's Queensland state is advising adults under age 40 not to take the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine because of the risk of a rare blood clotting disorder, even though the Australian government is making those shots available to all adults.

Moderna's president talks COVID-19 and vaccine technology

Moderna's president talks COVID-19 and vaccine technology

Moderna President Dr. Stephen Hoge says his company is working on developing COVID-19 vaccine booster shots while also trying to harness the genetic code technology it helped pioneer to fight other diseases.

UF Health Jacksonville begins vaccine trials for children younger than 2

UF Health Jacksonville begins vaccine trials for children younger than 2

UF Health Jacksonville will begin giving children under the age of 2 years old Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, as part of the company’s clinical trials, according to Pediatric Epidemiologist Dr. Mobeen Rathore.

EXPLAINER: Why and when do COVID-19 vaccines expire?

EXPLAINER: Why and when do COVID-19 vaccines expire?

How soon vaccines expire is a critical question as the Biden administration prepares to send tens of millions of unused COVID-19 doses abroad to help curb the pandemic.

Vaccine protection may diminish need for yearly boosters

Vaccine protection may diminish need for yearly boosters

The world’s leading COVID-19 vaccines may offer lasting protection that diminishes the need for frequent booster shots.

Moderna says its COVID-19 shot works in kids as young as 12

Moderna says its COVID-19 shot works in kids as young as 12

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12.

CDC looking into possible heart issues in some young vaccine recipients

CDC looking into possible heart issues in some young vaccine recipients

The CDC is putting out a warning about possible heart issues arising in vaccinated teenagers. The number of cases at this point was described as relatively few by the CDC’s advisory group on immunization practices.

Florida vaccination total tops 10 million people

Florida vaccination total tops 10 million people

About five months after shots began, more than 10 million people in Florida have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine, according to a report released Sunday by the state Department of Health.

Japan approves 2 new vaccines ahead of emergency expansion

Japan approves 2 new vaccines ahead of emergency expansion

Japan has approved the use of two new vaccines _ Moderna and AstraZeneca _ hours ahead of an expansion of a state of coronavirus emergency that will cover roughly 40% of the population.

UK races to test, vaccinate as virus variant threatens plans

UK races to test, vaccinate as virus variant threatens plans

Britain has sent public health officials, backed by the army, to distribute coronavirus tests door-to-door in two northern England towns to contain a fast-spreading variant that threatens the country's lockdown-easing plans.

Florida, Georgia Publix pharmacies to accept vaccine walk-ins, starting Monday

Florida, Georgia Publix pharmacies to accept vaccine walk-ins, starting Monday

Florida-based grocer Publix has announced that starting Monday, its pharmacies in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Virginia will begin accepting walk-ins for COVID-19 vaccinations.

Nassau County health department offering walk-in COVID vaccinations on Wednesdays

Nassau County health department offering walk-in COVID vaccinations on Wednesdays

The Florida Department of Health in Nassau County is now offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations on Wednesdays, according to Nassau County Emergency Management.

Duval County site participating in Novavax vaccine trial for children

Duval County site participating in Novavax vaccine trial for children

As the push continues to vaccinate millions more Americans, Maryland company Novavax is launching another COVID-19 vaccine trial in children ages 12 to 17. One of the 75 sites participating is in Duval County.

Winn-Dixie resumes Johnson & Johnson shots; begins offering walk-up vaccinations

Winn-Dixie resumes Johnson & Johnson shots; begins offering walk-up vaccinations

Pharmacies at Winn-Dixie stores and Harveys supermarkets will again give Johnson & Johnson vaccines and now offer shots without an appointment, parent company Southeastern Grocers announced Thursday.

Clinical research group in Jacksonville conducting COVID-19 vaccine trials on children as young as 12

Clinical research group in Jacksonville conducting COVID-19 vaccine trials on children as young as 12

The Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research, which helped Pfizer and Moderna conduct trials for their COVID-19 vaccines for adults and older teenagers, is now shifting its attention toward children under the age of 16.

The Latest: Ontario getting military help for pandemic surge

The Latest: Ontario getting military help for pandemic surge

Ontario will be getting help from Canada’s military in dealing with a surge of coronavirus infections, while several other Canadian provinces are tightening health restrictions in hopes of avoiding a similar situation.

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