Rare Blood Clotting Pushes Health Officials to Call for a Pause to Johnson & Johnson Vaccinations

Medicine & Technology Apr 13, 2021

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 Vaccines May Be Administered Through the Nose Soon

Apr 12, 2021

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.

Chinese Vaccines "Don't Have Very High Protection Rates," Says China CDC Official

Apr 12, 2021

China CDC's director Gao Fu admitted that Chinese vaccines “don’t have very high protection rates.” They are now considering using different vaccines for their immunization program.

What Causes Blood Clots on AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine?

Apr 11, 2021

A new study recently showed that what worried many people four weeks ago is now widely accepted: AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine can, in rare conditions, lead to a disorder characterized by dangerous blood clots.

Pfizer Seeks FDA’s Approval for Younger Population’s Vaccination Aged 12 to 15 Year Olds

Apr 09, 2021

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 Includes "Covid Arm" or Rashes on the Skin; Should We Worry?

Apr 08, 2021

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

Apr 08, 2021

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.

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.

5 Best Foods to Eat Before, After Setting Appointment for Your COVID-19 Vaccine

Apr 06, 2021

Experts have suggested that our food intake prior to, and following a vaccine can help lessen anything we might be feeling after.

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

Mar 31, 2021

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

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.

Pfizer-BioNTech Launch Trials to Test COVID-19 Vaccine on Kids as Young as Six Months

Mar 25, 2021

The first young children in the pediatric trial of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine have already been given their initial jabs.

Nanoparticle Flu Vaccine Found Effective in Animal Trial, Blocks Seasonal and Pandemic Strains Like H5N1

Mar 25, 2021

Researchers from UW Medicine and the NIH have developed a new nanoparticle flu vaccine that can block seasonal and pandemic influenza strains that current vaccines cannot do.

Can Vaccinated People Get Infected With COVID-19?

Mar 23, 2021

Breakthrough cases are rare but expected to happen. They remind the public that wearing face masks while the virus is still circulating is still important.

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

Mar 23, 2021

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.