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Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine: How Does It Work?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.19.2021 21:37 PM

The Novavax vaccine works like other COVID-19 vaccines by teaching the immune system to make antibodies to the coronavirus spike protein.

Can Mosquitoes Be Used to Vaccinate People With COVID-19 Vaccine?

04.16.2021 01:40 AM

11 years ago, a team of Japanese researchers genetically engineered mosquitoes that, instead of spreading disease, spread vaccines.

COVID-19 Vaccine: Third Dose Likely Needed Within 12 Months to Get Fully Vaccinated

04.15.2021 21:57 PM

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said that a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine is likely needed within 12 months to get fully vaccinated. He added that annual revaccination might be needed, like flu shots.

Johnson & Johnson Vaccine: Health Officials Call for Vaccination Pause Due to Rare Blood Clot Occurrences

04.13.2021 21:41 PM

The FDA and CDC recently called for a pause in the use of the Jonson & Johnson COVID19 vaccine after receiving reports of 6 cases of a rare and severe type of blood clotting.

COVID 19 Vaccine Nasal Sprays? It May Come Sooner Than You Expect

04.12.2021 22:10 PM

While existing intramuscular vaccines offer effective systemic immunity against COVID-19, mucosal immunity through intranasal vaccines is needed to fully block transmission and prevent the spread of new variants.

Tech Leader Salesforce Steps Up Vaccine Cloud for Faster Vaccine Scheduling

04.12.2021 02:57 AM

Software developer Salesforce announced an enhancement to its Vaccine Cloud in order to speed up vaccine scheduling for its customers.

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects Like Rashes, Muscle Pain May Happen to People Under 40, Mostly Women

04.11.2021 02:56 AM

Experts say women and people below 40 years of age are more prone to experiencing side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 Vaccine for 12-to-15-Year-Olds: Pfizer Seeks FDA Approval

04.09.2021 23:10 PM

Pfizer has asked the FDA for an amendment to its emergency use authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine to expand its use in individuals aged 12 to 15 in the United States.

Moderna Vaccine Side Effect: "Covid Arm" or Rashes on the Skin

04.08.2021 20:53 PM

Experts say one COVID-19 side effect known as 'Moderna arm' or 'COVID arm,' a delayed-onset rash appearing at the injection area up to one week or so after a shot is given, is harmless.

AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy: Stunning Images Reveal How Injected Person’s Own Cells Replicate Virus Spike to Combat Infection

04.08.2021 03:54 AM

Striking images recently revealed how the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is forcing an injected person's own cells to make copies of the real COVID-19 spike, a glycoprotein sticking out from its surface.

What to Do Next After Taking the First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine?

04.07.2021 23:42 PM

Experts say that it is vital to complete the two-dose vaccine shot to be completely protected. If a COVID-19 vaccine requires two doses, experts say, no major change should take place after getting the first shot.

Travel Restrictions Relaxed For COVID-19 Vaccinated Persons

04.02.2021 21:52 PM

The US Centers for Disease Control and Protection updated its guidance, easing travel restrictions for fully vaccinated people due to the FDA-approved vaccines' high efficacy rate.

Adolescents Show High Tolerance on Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, 100-Percent Efficacy

03.31.2021 21:36 PM

Pfizer announced that the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine showed a 100-percent efficacy and is well-tolerated in younger people whose ages range between 12 and 15 years.

Pfizer-BioNtech COVID-19 Vaccine Can Now Be Stored at Higher Temperatures

03.26.2021 20:48 PM

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine just got the EU regulator's approval to be stored at a new higher temperature. This is part of their initiative to help in the rapid rollout of vaccines.

Pfizer, BioNTech, Moderna Vaccines Provide Increased Immunity for New Mothers and Their Babies

03.26.2021 01:59 AM

Research showed that pregnant and lactating mothers have better protection against COVID-19 with antibodies they can pass on to their newborns.

AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine: Safety and Efficacy Revealed in Large Clinical Trial Results

03.23.2021 05:07 AM

Large clinical trial results have revealed that the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine is well-tolerated and it shields from symptomatic COVID-19 injection, including severe disease or hospital confinement.

Britons Claim Common and Odd Side Effects After Taking a Jab With AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine

03.22.2021 21:42 PM

Britons recently claimed that they have been losing teeth and developing flatulence as an AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine side effect.

Early Stage Oral COVID-19 Vaccine May Start Clinical Trials This Year

03.22.2021 20:20 PM

Oravax, a pharmaceutical company, is developing an oral COVID-19 vaccine that would be easier to store, ship, and administer as compared to commonly used intravenous vaccines.

Key to Ending the COVID-19 Pandemic: Vaccines Preventing Asymptomatic Infections

03.18.2021 22:52 PM

Experts say that a vaccine that could prevent hospitalization, reduce mortality, and halt the spread of asymptomatic infections holds the key to finally halting and containing COVID-19.

First Baby Born With COVID-19 Antibodies; Mother Partially Vaccinated With Moderna Vaccine

03.17.2021 20:11 PM

A preprint study confirms the first confirmed case of a baby born with COVID-19 antibodies after the mother gets vaccinated when she was 36 weeks pregnant.

Apple Maps Update: Where to Get COVID-19 Vaccine

03.17.2021 02:04 AM

With the new Apple Maps update developed by Boston Children's Hospital, users can now search the nearest COVID-19 vaccine locations available.

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