Tag: Vaccination and Immunization

September 27, 2023

As Covid Infections Rise, Nursing Homes Are Still Waiting for Vaccines

Now that the U.S. government has stepped back from issuing vaccines, long-term care operators have yet to start administering shots to protect one of the most vulnerable populations.

September 22, 2023

New Covid Vaccines Hit Insurance Snags: What to Do if Yours Gets Denied

The updated shot is here. But pharmacies are rescheduling appointments, and some people are being told their insurance will not cover it.

September 13, 2023

Nuevas vacunas contra la covid en EE. UU.: lo que hay que saber

Las nuevas formulaciones puede ayudar a combatir mejor el más reciente grupo de subvariantes que circulan en Estados Unidos.

September 12, 2023

Can You Get the New Covid Booster and Flu Shot at the Same Time?

What to know if you plan to get the shots simultaneously.

September 12, 2023

C.D.C. Advisers to Decide Who Should Receive New Covid Vaccines

Scientists will meet on Tuesday to consider data on newly approved shots from Pfizer and Moderna.

September 11, 2023

New Covid Vaccine: What to Know About the Monovalent Booster

The updated vaccines could become available within a few days.

September 7, 2023

Can Covid Damage Your Heart? A Look At Short- and Long-Term Health Risks

Three years into the pandemic, the short- and long-term risks are becoming more clear.

September 7, 2023

Covid Continues to Rise, but Experts Remain Optimistic

An uptick in hospitalizations and deaths persists, but the numbers are relatively low and new vaccines are around the corner.

August 25, 2023

New RSV Vaccines Aren’t Covered by Some Health Insurance Plans

The shot is covered by Medicare Part D, but some with private prescription drug coverage are being asked to pay out of pocket.

August 21, 2023

RSV Vaccines: What to Know For Babies, Pregnant Women and Older Adults

New vaccines for older adults and an antibody therapy for infants provide options for preventing severe infection.