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CDC recommends waiting period for Afghan flights to U.S. after measles cases

Mon, 2021-09-20 18:56 — mike kraft

CDC recommends waiting period for Afghan flights to U.S. after measles cases The CDC announced that it would halt flights to the U.S. for Afghan evacuees for at least a week out of an abundance of caution. Erin Banco POLITICO

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending the Biden administration halt flights of Afghan evacuees from military bases overseas to the U.S. for at least 21 days following a measles vaccination, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter.

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Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe, effective in kids ages 5 to 11

Mon, 2021-09-20 07:36 — mike kraft

Pfizer/BioNTech data shows COVID-19 vaccine safe and protective in kids Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE said on Monday their COVID-19 vaccine induced a robust immune response in 5 to 11 year olds, and they plan to ask for authorization to use the vaccine in children in that age range in the United States, Europe and elsewhere as soon as possible. Michael Erman Reuters

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U.S. FDA vaccine advisers vote against COVID-19 booster shot approval for most Americans, but may vote later on shots for older persons

Fri, 2021-09-17 16:04 — mike kraft

U.S. FDA vaccine advisers vote against COVID-19 booster shot approval A panel of expert outside advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted against approving COVID-19 booster shots for Americans, but may vote on a narrower approval for older adults later on Friday. Manojna Maddipatla,Michael Erman Reuters

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Overview of the countries that are vaccinating children against Covid-19

Fri, 2021-09-17 12:08 — mike kraft

The countries that are vaccinating children against Covid-19 Schools are in session, Covid-19 restrictions are being relaxed en masse and the Delta variant is raging worldwide, creating a maelstrom of confusion for parents on how to best protect their unvaccinated children. Kara Fox, CNN CNN

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FDA staff say Pfizer COVID-19 boosters improve immunity but may not be needed, plus Analysis

Wed, 2021-09-15 13:29 — mike kraft

FDA staff say Pfizer COVID-19 boosters improve immunity but may not be needed U.S. Food and Drug Administration scientists said on Wednesday that a third booster dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine generates a higher immune response in recipients, but stopped short of saying the extra shots are needed broadly. Michael Erman Reuters

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For children kids under 5, Pfizer plans to seek COVID-19 vaccine authorization in November

Wed, 2021-09-15 13:13 — mike kraft

Pfizer plans to seek COVID-19 vaccine authorization in November for Pfizer and BioNTech plan to file for Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emergency authorization in November for their COVID-19 vaccine for children younger than 5, Pfizer Chief Financial Officer Nathaniel Weixel TheHill

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New Pfizer data makes case for booster shots 6 months after primary doses

Wed, 2021-09-15 12:30 — mike kraft

New Pfizer data makes case for booster shots 6 months after primary doses The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday released new data from Pfizer's submitted application to approve booster doses of its Covid-19 vaccine. In it, Pfizer demonstrates what it sees as proof that third shot will be both safe and necessary for most Americans to take, arguing that immunity wanes over time -- regardless of any new variant of concern.

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Measles concerns among Afghan refugees may delay Afghan resettlement by weeks

Tue, 2021-09-14 17:51 — mike kraft

Measles concerns may delay Afghan resettlement by weeks The Biden administration announced that it would halt flights for Afghan evacuees at the Ramstein Air Base in Germany and the Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar after four individuals tested positive following their arrival. Erin Banco POLITICO

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending Afghan evacuees housed at U.S. military bases overseas be tested and vaccinated for measles — a process that could delay efforts to resettle as many as 12,000 by several weeks, according to three senior administration officials.

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