Immunity to COVID-19 May Be Boosted by Measles, Tuberculosis, Polio Vaccines

Medicine & Technology May 19, 2021

A recent analysis showed LAVs or live-attenuated vaccines like those injected for measles, tuberculosis and polio may be potential for immunity to COVID-19.

Ebola Virus Vaccine: New Nanoparticle-Based Shot Show Promising Results in Rabbits, Mice

May 14, 2021

Researchers recently developed an Ebola virus vaccine that has shown promise in rabbits and mice. Specifically, what the scientists developed is a new nanoparticle-based shot for protection against the virus.

Vaccination Bracelets May Replace Vaccine Cards, Is Your Data Privacy Safe?

May 10, 2021

A Philadelphia restaurant had its staff wear vaccination bracelets to let their customers know they have been vaccinated. Will this be the new norm when going to places?

Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine for Teens Ages 12- 15 Years Old Now Authorized by FDA

May 10, 2021

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded the emergency use authorization or EUA of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to include young individuals ages 12 to 15 years old.

Next Flu Season Could Be Worse After a Year Without It, Scientists Warn

May 09, 2021

Scientists warn that a year of virtually no flu could mean that more people are susceptible in the next season. Vaccines will still be key in preventing infection.

Sinopharm COVID Vaccine Gets WHO Emergency Approval: Why Does This Matter?

May 08, 2021

The World Health Organization validated the "safety, efficacy, and quality of the COVID-19 vaccine of the Chinese state-owned Sinopharm, giving them emergency approval.

Moderna COVID-19 Booster: Effective Protection Against New Variants, Early Clinical Trial Shows

May 06, 2021

An early clinical trial recently showed that the new Moderna COVID-19 booster could be an effective shield against the variants of coronavirus originally found in South Africa and Brazil.

COVID-19 Vaccine for Children: Pfizer Anticipates Filing for FDA Complete Approval to Vaccinate Kids Aged 2-11

May 05, 2021

Pfizer seeks the US Food and Drug Administration's complete approval for its COVID-19 vaccine for children whose ages range from two to 11 years old.

Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine: Its Less Cooling Requirement Makes Pfizer’s Biggest Weakness

May 03, 2021

Pfizer-BioNTech's Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine, according to reports, has one big weakness and that's the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine, mRNA-1273, specifically its less cooling requirement.

Boy Dies of COVID-19 After Vaccinated Parents Take Him to Hawaii, Becomes as State's First Pediatric Death

Apr 28, 2021

Hawaii's Department of Health reported the first pediatric COVID-19 death of the state. It is a boy with underlying conditions who traveled with his vaccinated parents to Hawaii.

Israel Investigates Link Between Heart Inflammation and Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

Apr 26, 2021

Israel's Health Ministry recently said it is currently investigating a small number of occurrences of heart inflammation as a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine side effect although it has not drawn any conclusions yet.

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.

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effect: People Report Unusual Menstrual Periods After Injection

Apr 23, 2021

Some people recently reported a COVID-19 vaccine side effect after their injection. Specifically, they said they've had heavier menstrual cycles and more cramping.

Fake COVID-19 Vaccines Discovered in Mexico, Poland: Criminals’ Attempt to Exploit Global Vaccination Campaign

Apr 22, 2021

Drug manufacturer, Pfizer Inc. said it has discovered the first confirmed cases of fake versions of COVID-19 vaccines it developed with BioNTech SE in Mexico and Poland.

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.