Collaborating with devoted colleagues, Dr. Kariko laid the groundwork for the mRNA vaccines turning the tide of the pandemic. Source: New York Times
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The Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine Is Said to Be Powerfully Protective in Adolescents
By Gotham Rex on March 31, 2021
A clinical trial found no symptomatic infections among vaccinated children ages 12 to 15, the companies said, and there were no serious side effects. The data have not yet been reviewed by independent experts. Source: New York Times
Some Long Covid-19 Patients Feel Better After Vaccine Doses
By Gotham Rex on March 18, 2021
It is too soon to tell whether the shots have a broad beneficial effect on patients with continuing issues, but scientists are intrigued and beginning to study the phenomenon. Source: New York Times
Plan to Ditch the Mask After Vaccination? Not So Fast.
By Gotham Rex on March 3, 2021
It’s not clear how easily vaccinated people may spread the virus, but the answer to that question is coming soon. Until then, scientists urge caution. Source: New York Times
Some Teens Volunteer for Covid Vaccine Trials to Get Their Lives Back
By Gotham Rex on February 16, 2021
Immunizing teenagers is a critical part of slowing the pandemic and reaching herd immunity. But enrolling them in clinical trials poses challenges that are very different than wrangling adults. Source: New York Times
Now That Grandma Has Been Vaccinated, May I Visit Her?
By Gotham Rex on December 21, 2020
The start of a mass coronavirus vaccination campaign at U.S. nursing homes has brought hope to many families. But it may be a while before restrictions loosen. Here are answers to common questions. Source: New York Times
CDC Panel Says Frontline Workers and People Over 74 Should Get Vaccine Next
By Gotham Rex on December 20, 2020
The recommendation was a compromise aimed at getting the coronavirus vaccine to the most vulnerable of two high-risk groups. Source: New York Times
C.D.C. Panel Endorses Moderna Vaccine for Americans
By Gotham Rex on December 19, 2020
The approval sets the stage for widespread inoculations in the United States with a second coronavirus vaccine. Source: New York Times
The Next Covid Vaccine Challenge: Reassuring Older Americans
By Gotham Rex on December 14, 2020
The two leading coronavirus vaccines seemed to work well in elderly trial volunteers. “I just can’t understand why people are afraid,” one 95-year-old said. Source: New York Times
Who Will Get the Coronavirus Vaccine First?
By Gotham Rex on December 1, 2020
A C.D.C. advisory panel will decide on its recommendations on Tuesday afternoon. Here’s what we expect, along with answers to other questions about the new shot. Source: New York Times