Explainer: Updated COVID-19 Booster Vaccines
The FDA has authorized updated COVID-19 booster vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna to combat newer virus strains this flu season, with initial trial data showing effectiveness against specific variants. CDC recommends individuals over 65 with chronic conditions to get the booster, highlighting the safety and accessibility of COVID-19 vaccines alongside flu vaccination.
Explainer: Understanding Changes as COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ends in May 2023
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency was declared in 2020 to enable rapid response to the pandemic, and ease access to treatment and testing. When it ends in May 2023, we can expect some notable changes in access to testing, treatment, and coverage for the COVID-19 virus.
Explainer: Understanding the New Bivalent COVID-19 Booster for Children and Adults
Over Labor Day weekend, updated bivalent COVID-19 boosters became available for people ages 12 and over, and earlier this month, the FDA approved booster doses for children as young as five years. The CDC recommends everyone stay up to date with their doses based on their age bracket, when they received their first Covid vaccine, the length of time since their last dose, and whether they are
Explainer: How to Order Free COVID-19 At-Home Rapid Tests
Here’s hot to order the free COVID-19 at-home rapid tests available now for all US Households.