Federal officials are not relying on an established system to distribute the vaccine, slowing immunizations and burdening local health departments, critics say. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Shortages”
Why Monkeypox Vaccine Shortage May Threaten the Immunocompromised
By Gotham Rex on August 5, 2022
People with H.I.V. and other immune-system problems may need the full two-dose regimen, researchers say. But the shots, particularly second doses, are hard to come by. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Pools Open Amid a Swim Lesson Shortage, Raising Safety Fears
By Gotham Rex on June 29, 2022
The city has canceled free swim lessons and private swim programs are feeling the squeeze from a lack of lifeguards. One expert said: “Some of those kids are going to drown.” Source: New York Times
Amid Baby Formula Shortage, N.Y. Moms Are Donating Breast Milk
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2022
New York mothers with an excess supply of breast milk are donating to milk banks, as well as through informal channels, to help parents struggling to feed their babies amid the crisis. Source: New York Times
In Short Supply: Everything From Chocolate to Headstone Stencils
By Gotham Rex on March 4, 2022
Supply chain issues have hurt old-fashioned businesses as well as high-tech ones, and monument makers are among those feeling the pain. Source: New York Times
Tombstone Engravers Struggle to Keep Up With Demand
By Gotham Rex on March 3, 2022
Supply chain issues are affecting the few memorial businesses left in New York, a former hub for the ‘old-world craft.’ Source: New York Times
How the Cream Cheese Shortage Is Affecting NYC Bagel Shops
By Gotham Rex on December 4, 2021
Supply chain problems that have hit businesses across the country now threaten a quintessential New York treat. Source: New York Times
Why Retired Subway Workers Are Getting $35,000 to Come Back
By Gotham Rex on November 30, 2021
The pandemic caused a shortage of train and bus workers. Now transit agencies in New York and around the nation are aggressively recruiting and hiring. Source: New York Times
34,000 Unvaccinated Home Health Aides in New York Lose Jobs
By Gotham Rex on October 9, 2021
The losses worsened a labor shortage in the industry, but the overall inoculation rate of 86 percent was higher than expected. Source: New York Times
Upstate N.Y. Hospital to Halt Baby Deliveries After Workers Resign Over Vaccine Mandate
By Gotham Rex on September 14, 2021
Seven other staff members in the maternity department at Lewis County General Hospital have not indicated whether they will get their shots, said an official. Source: New York Times
Why NYC Subway Wait Times Feel Longer Than Ever
By Gotham Rex on July 13, 2021
The pandemic and a hiring freeze have led to a shortage of train operators, conductors and workers in New York City, forcing thousands of subway trips to be canceled. Source: New York Times
Here's Why Uber Prices Are Soaring and You Can't Find a Cab
By Gotham Rex on June 15, 2021
The number of drivers and for-hire cars on the streets plunged during the pandemic, frustrating those seeking rides as the city starts to recover. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Rush to Get Vaccine After Eligibility Expands
By Gotham Rex on February 15, 2021
The first of four million newly qualified people were vaccinated around the city and state on Monday, but many are still struggling to get an appointment. Source: New York Times
New York Vaccine Supply Running Low, Officials Say
By Gotham Rex on January 15, 2021
Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city would run out of doses by next week. Source: New York Times
‘Big Fight’ Breaks Out Over Which Interest Groups Get Vaccine First
By Gotham Rex on December 20, 2020
Companies, unions and industry trade associations are lobbying governments to include their workers in the next round of virus vaccines. Source: New York Times