FDA to Approve Second COVID Booster Shot for People Over 50

Medicine & Technology Mar 28, 2022

Booster shots against COVID-19 are being implemented in many countries today. Know more about the insights of infectious disease specialists regarding FDA's approval of a second booster dose.

New Data Shows COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots Against Omicron Lasts Less Than Six Months, Effectivity Wanes Over Time

Jan 20, 2022

The longevity of protection from COVID-19 vaccine booster shots is likely short-term.

Fourth Dose of Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine Only Gives Partial Defense Against Omicron, Israeli Study Suggests

Jan 18, 2022

The preliminary data from an Israeli study suggests that the fourth dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is insufficient to prevent Omicron infection. Does this mean a fifth does is needed?

COVID-19 Antibody Levels: New Study Reveals Strength Depends on Age, Gender; Results Found After 2nd Pfizer Inoculation

Nov 29, 2021

Researchers discovered that the COVID-19 antibody levels are higher for women and children, compared to men and people whose age is above 65 years old.

Is COVID-19 Vaccine Safe for Kids? Children Who Accidentally Received Doses Suffer Hypertension, Heart Issues, Other Side Effects

Oct 15, 2021

Indiana parents claim that their kids were given with COVID-19 vaccine for adults instead of flu shots. What side effects could this have caused the children? Here's what parents should know about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids.

COVID-19 mRNA Vaccine: Study Shows Efficacy of Single Dose in Reducing Symptom Duration

Jun 23, 2021

Research recently showed the efficacy of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine, even just a single dose, in the reduction of symptom duration.

Vaccines for COVID-19 Effective with Cancer Patients, New Study Shows

May 28, 2021

Almost 90 percent of the cancer patients had tested positive with the coronavirus antibodies after they were given shots of Pfizer-BioNTech's vaccine. In just a span of two weeks, those who obtained the second dose are proven to receive the vaccine well.

Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna Cut Elderly Hospitalization Risk by 94% - CDC Study

Apr 29, 2021

Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines showed high effectivity in preventing elderly adults aged 65 and above from hospitalizations due to COVID-19, a study from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

Pfizer Confirms at-Home COVID-19 Treatment in the Works

Apr 28, 2021

Pfizer's COVID-19 antiviral drug may be available by the end of this year. The drug may stop COVID-19 from reproducing in the patient's nose, throat, and lungs.

CDC Recommends Resumption of Use of Jonhnson & Johnson Vaccine After Investigating Rare Blood Clotting Incidents

Apr 23, 2021

The CDC has recommended resumption of the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the United States after the stoppage of immunizations to investigate reports of rare blood clots.

Can We Use Mosquitoes to Vaccinate People With COVID-19 Vaccine?

Apr 16, 2021

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

Just Got the First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine? How Important is the Second Shot?

Apr 07, 2021

Experts say that it is vital to complete the two-dose vaccine shot to be completely protected.

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

Mar 26, 2021

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.

Study: COVID-19 Vaccines Offer Effective Protection for New and Expectant Mothers and Their Newborns

Mar 26, 2021

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

Pzifer vs. Moderna vs Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines Efficacy, Distribution: What Should You Get?

Mar 01, 2021

The US is set to release its third vaccine against the novel coronavirus, but people cannot help ask which among the COVID-19 vaccines available are the best.