The shots may help older, pregnant and immunocompromised Americans dodge serious illness or death. But the doses are not likely to prevent infections in any group, recent studies suggest. Source: New York Times
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Scientists Are Gaining On RSV, a Persistent Threat to Children
By Gotham Rex on November 1, 2022
Vaccines and treatments are in trials, but the virus remains a leading killer of infants worldwide. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. to Offer Paxlovid at Mobile Virus Test Sites, First in U.S.
By Gotham Rex on June 30, 2022
Mayor Eric Adams says that offering immediate prescriptions to people who test positive at the mobile sites will help address concerns over inequities in distributing antiviral treatments. Source: New York Times
Vaccines for Young Children Are Coming, but Many Parents Have Tough Questions
By Gotham Rex on June 18, 2022
The vaccines seem safe for children and are likely to protect against severe illness. But data on efficacy are thin, and most children have already been infected. Source: New York Times
A Better Way to Measure Immunity in Children
By Gotham Rex on June 17, 2022
Some scientists believe that a clearer picture of Covid vaccine efficacy could have emerged sooner if investigators had tracked certain immune cells, not just antibodies. Source: New York Times
Mounting Data Shows J&J Vaccine as Effective as Pfizer and Moderna
By Gotham Rex on March 15, 2022
Once dismissed as less effective, the vaccine now seems to be preventing infections and illness about as well as the two mRNA options. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Is Offering Free Home Delivery of Covid Antiviral Pills
By Gotham Rex on January 30, 2022
The pills, which require a prescription, are prioritized for those who test positive for the coronavirus and are at higher risk for severe illness. Source: New York Times
Bosses Have a New Headache: How Long Should Sick Workers Isolate?
By Gotham Rex on December 24, 2021
Amid staffing shortages, companies are weighing conflicting guidance on when employees who have tested positive for the coronavirus can safely return to work. Source: New York Times
C.D.C. Endorses Covid Vaccine Booster Shots for All Adults
By Gotham Rex on November 19, 2021
As infections rise, Americans over 18 will be permitted to get extra doses. But it’s not clear boosters really are needed by so many people, or that the shots will turn back the pandemic. Source: New York Times
Gov. Hochul Opens Vaccination Sites for Children 5 and Older
By Gotham Rex on November 13, 2021
Gov. Hochul expands access to shots beyond local offices and schools. Source: New York Times
C.D.C. Recommends Covid Vaccine for Younger Children
By Gotham Rex on November 2, 2021
With the agency director’s sign-off, children ages 5 to 11 could begin to receive the shots this week. Source: New York Times
Covid-19 and Children: How Often Do Vaccines Cause Heart Problems?
By Gotham Rex on November 1, 2021
The latest data is reassuring. Myocarditis remains very uncommon, and it is almost always mild and temporary. The heart risk from Covid-19 itself is far greater. Source: New York Times
Are Vaccine Boosters Widely Needed? Some Federal Advisers Have Misgivings.
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2021
“In our hearts, I think people don’t quite agree with this notion of a booster dose,” said one leading vaccine expert. Source: New York Times
C.D.C. Panel Recommends Covid Booster Shots for Millions of Americans
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2021
Recipients of the Moderna and the J.&J. vaccines may receive extra doses, the committee said, although the shots continue to prevent illness and death. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C.'s Vaccine Mandate for Teachers Is Delayed by a Court
By Gotham Rex on September 25, 2021
The mandate, which affects well over 150,000 people working in the nation’s largest school system, was set to go into effect on Monday at midnight. Source: New York Times