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How to Use the Vaxxmax COVID Vaccine Website to Get U.S. Appointments
The new tool provides near real-time availability information to help people find locations to schedule vaccine appointments.
Girl's Feet Turned Blue by COVID-Linked Illness MIS-C
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in children is a rare condition characterized by inflammation in different parts of the body.
Effectiveness of Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine Explained
The vaccine could soon become the third COVID-19 shot to be approved for emergency use in the United States.
What We Know About California COVID Variant B.1.427/B.1.429
Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, say it should be listed as a "variant of concern."
Dr. Fauci Says He Won't See His Children Until They Are Also Vaccinated
Fauci also said that the country would have enough vaccine doses to offer one to anyone in the country who wants it by July.
Oregon Boy Dies the Day He Tests Positive for COVID
"The hearts of all Oregonians are with you today," Governor Kate Brown said in a statement addressing the family of the deceased infant.
Dr. Fauci Says It's 'Very Likely' Safe for Vaccinated Family Members to Hug
Health authorities are urging immunized people to continue taking the standard precautions such as social distancing and wearing masks.
What You Need to Know About Ebola as New Outbreak Reported in Guinea
"It's a huge concern to see the resurgence of Ebola in Guinea, a country which has already suffered so much from the disease," said WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr Matshidiso Moeti.
Walgreens Giving COVID Vaccines in These 21 States
Walgreens is participating in the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, which aims to increase access to COVID-19 vaccination across the United States.
Fauci Says Kids Could Get COVID Vaccine by September, All Adults by April
More than 46 million vaccine doses have been administered across the country, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
What We Know about COVID Vaccine Effectiveness Against the New Variants
Scientists are investigating how emerging COVID variants may affect the protection provided by vaccines.
Spring Break Could Lead to COVID Surge, Says Biden Coronavirus Adviser
"This is not the time to be letting our guards down," the adviser said.
COVID Vaccine Hunter Website Helps People Find Leftover Shots
The website's founder has said that he set it up to ensure no vaccines against COVID-19 are wasted.
What We Know About COVID Vaccines and Immunity After the First Dose
The United States has authorized two COVID-19 vaccines, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, for emergency use to date.
How the COVID Vaccines by J&J, Moderna, Pfizer, Astrazeneca Are Different
Johnson & Johnson say their vaccine is 66 percent effective overall in preventing moderate to severe COVID-19.
Why You Should Avoid Taking Painkillers Before Having the COVID Vaccine
Common side effects of COVID-19 vaccines, which tend to be minor and short-term, include pain and swelling at the injection site, fever, tiredness, chills or a headache.
What We Know About the Johnson & Johnson COVID Vaccine
The U.S. company's vaccine, which may require only one injection, is being assessed in a Phase III clinical trial involving about 45,000 people.
Most Common U.K. COVID Variant Symptoms Revealed in Survey
The B.1.1.7 variant has now been found in more than 20 U.S. states.
U.K. COVID Variant That May be More Deadly Found in 22 U.S. States
Almost 200 cases of the more infectious variant have been detected across the United States.
How Monoclonal Antibody Therapy Treats COVID Infection
To date, the Food and Drug Administration has authorized two monoclonal antibody therapies for emergency use in the treatment of COVID-19.
U.K. COVID variant has now been reported in 20 U.S. states and 60 countries
Scientists say the variant is significantly more transmissible, although it does not appear to cause more severe disease.
Woman Has Allergic Reaction to COVID Vaccine, Encourages Others to Get Shot
"I think the vaccine is imperative," the woman, whose name is Raana Bell, said, while calling for there to be more transparency regarding the shots.
New COVID Variant in U.S. May Now Be Dominant Form, Scientists Say
"It's definitely home-grown and widespread," said researcher Keith Gagnon from Southern Illinois University.
'Alarming' COVID mutation in South African variant explained
"We fear this mutation might have an impact, and what we don't know is the extent of the impact," said researcher Penny Moore.
New COVID Variant Detected in Japan Has 'Potential' to Be More Infectious
Scientists say it is currently unclear whether or not the new variant is more transmissible and if vaccines will be less effective against it.
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More Infectious UK COVID Variant B.1.1.7 Now Confirmed in Eight States
The variant appears to be significantly more transmissible than the original, although it does not seem to cause more severe illness.
Fauci Wants Americans to Wear Masks 'At Least' 100 Days into Biden Admin
Fauci's comments come as the U.S. reported more than 4,000 COVID-19 deaths on Thursday—a new daily record for the pandemic.
Fauci Says Life May Be 'Quite Normal' by Fall With 1M Daily COVID Vaccines
"We are not where we want to be, there's no doubt about that," Fauci said.
2021's Start Will Be 'Rough' After Holiday Travel Spreads COVID: WHO Expert
The WHO official's comments come as U.S. airports recorded their busiest day of the pandemic over the weekend.