COVID shots for children under 5 could roll out as early as next week
On Wednesday, an FDA panel recommended two options – one from Moderna and one from Pfizer.
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On Wednesday, an FDA panel recommended two options – one from Moderna and one from Pfizer.
Gov. Sununu said police had to escort state employees to their cars after "unruly and very aggressive" behavior.
Results of the trial showed that the vaccine appeared to be safe and had a strong immune response.
The vaccine would be a three-dose regimen for younger kids.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your coronavirus vaccine-related medical questions.
Pfizer says its additional shot increases protection 25-fold against the new variant.
Moderna said it has been able to advance additional boosters to clinical testing in 60-90 days.
In Massachusetts, more than 4.8 million people are fully vaccinated, and more than 832,000 have also gotten their extra booster dose.
Some children are already getting vaccinated, while other parents can't find appointments.
Dr. Rick Malley, an infectious disease doctor at Boston Children's Hospital, said pediatricians must carefully review the data that is presented to the FDA before administering shots.
Pfizer had argued that it had enough evidence that immunity starts to wane after six months and that giving a booster restores the immunity safely.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your coronavirus questions.
People who are fully vaccinated can register for five weekly drawings for $1 million.
More than 330,000 shots were given at the center since it opened in March.
"It's definitely a sigh of relief after you get it, especially waiting so long in quarantine."
Governor Charlie Baker said there are no statewide plans right now for a school vaccine mandate.
Moderna said initial test results of its vaccine booster shot show it works against two variants of COVID-19.
"Look, you're there, you're getting paid by the taxpayer — you have an obligation, whether it's delivering public health or public safety."
Large thermometers will be posted all over the city to show how many people have their shots.
The Boston Red Sox on Monday took a major step toward better days, with a group of players receiving their first vaccination against COVID-19 following the team's win over the Chicago White Sox.
"The odds might be small, but since vaccines still aren't 100 percent effective, it's not unusual."
"I would take the J & J if it had been available. I'd still take it," Governor Charlie Baker said Wednesday.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your coronavirus vaccine-related medical questions.
If you know the right people, you can get a COVID-19 vaccination at this point, whether you're technically eligible or not.
The clinics will administer vaccines to BPS teachers, administrators, bus drivers, staff and contractors.
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