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U.S. Government expected to approve COVID booster shots soon

Tue, 2021-08-17 18:46 — mike kraft

More protection: US likely to authorize COVID booster shots WASHINGTON (AP) — After struggling for months to persuade Americans to get the COVID-19 vaccine, U.S. health officials could soon face a fresh challenge: talking vaccinated people into getting booster shots to gain longer-lasting protection as the delta variant sends infections soaring again. AP NEWS

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Overview: Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on public transport, and overseas developments

Tue, 2021-08-17 18:28 — mike kraft

Factbox: Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus The Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on airplanes, trains and buses and at airports and train stations through Jan. 18 to address COVID-19 risks, three sources told Reuters. Reuters Staff U.S.

(Reuters) - The Biden administration plans to extend requirements for travellers to wear masks on airplanes, trains and buses and at airports and train stations through Jan. 18 to address COVID-19 risks, three sources told Reuters.

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Florida: Over 5,000 students quarantine or isolate because of Covid in one school district

Tue, 2021-08-17 17:49 — mike kraft

Over 5,000 students quarantine or isolate because of Covid in Florida school district Hillsborough County Public Schools administrators called an emergency meeting to consider a potential mask mandate "for all students and staff." NBC News

More than 5,000 students and hundreds of employees in a single Florida school district have tested positive for Covid-19 or may have been exposed to the coronavirus, school officials said Monday.

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ANALYSIS: ALthough Delta surges, Covid-19 Breakthrough Cases Remain Rare

Tue, 2021-08-17 12:19 — mike kraft

WSJ News Exclusive | As Delta Surges, Covid-19 Breakthrough Cases Remain Uncommon A WSJ analysis found a higher risk of infection from the Delta strain, but research shows that vaccines still protect against most serious illness. Robbie Whelan and Jared S. Hopkins WSJ

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Lack of paid time off undermines U.S. vaccine campaign --surveys, policy experts

Tue, 2021-08-17 11:02 — mike kraft

America’s failure to pay workers time off undermines vaccine campaign, according to surveys, policy experts Eli Rosenberg, Jeff Stein Washington Post

As federal policymakers search for ways to boost America’s vaccination rates, a lack of paid sick leave is playing a role in deterring low-wage workers from taking time off to get vaccinated, according to surveys and policy experts.

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Study: Even Moderate COVID Restrictions Can Slow The Spread Of The Virus — If They're Timely

Tue, 2021-08-17 10:34 — mike kraft

Even Moderate COVID Restrictions Can Slow The Spread Of The Virus — If They're Timely Mask mandates and other interventions can help stop a surge, even where vaccination rates are low, say scientists who combed through states' data. When they start and how long they last matters. NPR.org

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U.S. expected to advise COVID booster shots for most Americans at 8 months

Tue, 2021-08-17 10:19 — mike kraft

Biden administration to advise COVID vaccine boosters for most Americans at 8 months Officials are concerned by the nationwide surge in new COVID cases, driven by the Delta variant. Caitlin Owens,Rebecca Falconer Axios

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Why a fast-spreading coronavirus and a half-vaccinated public can be a recipe for disaster

Tue, 2021-08-17 09:40 — Naomisfreeman

Why a fast-spreading coronavirus and a half-vaccinated public can be a recipe for disaster Unleashing a fast-spreading coronavirus variant on a half-vaccinated population can lead to a vaccine-resistant strain. Los Angeles Times

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The debate over COVID vaccine boosters is intensifying after federal health authorities authorized a third dose of the vaccine for immunocompromised people last week

Tue, 2021-08-17 09:09 — Naomisfreeman

CDC action heats up debate over vaccine boosters The debate over COVID vaccine boosters is intensifying after federal health authorities authorized a third dose of the vaccine for immunocompromised people last week. Nathaniel Weixel TheHill

Health experts said the decision made sense, but the move is likely to spur more confusion than clarity about the need for a booster dose.

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UK review finds COVID-19 shots do not raise risk of miscarriage

Mon, 2021-08-16 19:16 — mike kraft

Aug 16 (Reuters) - The UK's health regulator said on Monday COVID-19 vaccines did not raise the risk of miscarriage, and that it had not found any link between the shots and changes to menstrual periods.

"There is no pattern from the reports to suggest that any of the COVID-19 vaccines used in the UK, or any reactions to these vaccines, increase the risk of miscarriage or stillbirth," the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said in a statement.

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