September 3rd 2024
The updated COVID-19 vaccine targets the currently circulating Omicron variant JN.1 strain of SARS-CoV-2.
August 23rd 2024
Topics include declining vaccine coverage among kindergarten-aged children and key changes in recommendations for adult vaccination.
August 22nd 2024
The updated COVID-19 vaccines will include a monovalent component corresponding to KP.2, a strain of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2.
July 9th 2024
A new study shows that higher vaccination rates were associated with a decrease in the prevalence of parent-reported asthma symptoms in children.
June 28th 2024
Individuals 6 months and older should receive updated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season, the agency recommended.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 9, 2021
Data from the CDC on boosters and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
Pfizer: Protection Against Omicron Variant ‘Improved’ After 3 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine
New preliminary laboratory data showed 3 doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine neutralized the Omicron variant while 2 doses reduced neutralization titers.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 8, 2021
Flu Takes Backseat to COVID-19: Survey of US Adults
Getting sick with COVID-19 is more worrisome to US adults than contracting the flu, the NFID found. How will that impact uptake of the flu shot this season?
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 7, 2021
J&J COVID-19 Booster May Offer More Protection in Mix-and-Match Scenario
A J&J booster shot following a 2-dose regimen of the Pfizer vaccine produced a greater CD8+ T-cell response than a third Pfizer dose, according to preliminary data.
Early Increase in Positive Flu Tests Seen Among Young Adults
Pockets of positive tests for influenza A(H3N2), including on college campuses, may herald the opening of the 2021-2022 flu season.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 2, 2021
NIH Influenza and COVID-19 Guideline Topline: Testing, Treatment, and Vaccination
The influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses once again are in cocirculation. Following is a topline look at the NIH guideline on their simultaneous management.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 1, 2021
FDA Advisory Committee Narrowly Backs Merck’s Oral COVID-19 Antiviral
The 13-10 vote was not without controversy as panel members discussed concerns over the novel antiviral's safety risks and modest efficacy.
Omicron Variant Update: Notes on Headline News 12-1-2021
The Omicron variant of COVID-19 was today identified for the first time in the US, according to the CDC. Get a topline look at other recent breaking news in this slide show.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 30, 2021
Omicron Variant is Moving Quickly but Much Remains Unknown, says WHO
The Omicron variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is spreading quickly, jumping continents with infected travelers. The best protection remains vaccination and indoor precautions.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 23, 2021
COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Up: Top 5 States Reporting Increases
COVID-19 cases are up by double digits in many states and hospitalizations have made big leaps in others. We report the top 5 in each category for the 7 days from 11/14-21.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 22, 2021
FDA, CDC Authorize Use of Pfizer, Moderna Booster Shots for Every US Adult
Booster doses for US adults at least 18 years of age are expected to be available as soon as this weekend.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 19, 2021
COVID-19 Misinformation Still Rampant in US: Kaiser Family Foundation Findings
New survey finds 78% of US adults either believe or are unsure about at least 4 of 8 COVID-19 myths tested, with unvaccinated adults among the most likely to hold misconceptions.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 16, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 15, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 12, 2021
Study Finds COVID-19 Antibodies in Breast Milk of Vaccinated Mothers
Mothers vaccinated against COVID-19 produced robust IgG antibodies in breast milk that actively neutralized the SARS-CoV-2 virus, according to investigators.
Pfizer Submits Request to Expand COVID-19 Booster EUA to All US Adults
Pfizer-BioNTech included data in its FDA submission showing the 3rd mRNA shot restores protection against symptomatic COVDI-19 to about 95%.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 10, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 9, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 8, 2021
Effectiveness Declines for All 3 COVID-19 Vaccines Over Time in Large Veterans Study
Efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J fell between 35% and 85% among nearly 800 000 US veterans, found a consortium of investigators.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 4, 2021