Moderna says its low-dose COVID shots work for kids under 6; will seek federal approval
Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers the company announced Wednesday -- and if regulators agree it could mean a chance to finally start vaccinating the littlest kids by summer.
Moderna asks FDA to add 4th COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for all adults to EUA
Drugmaker Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.
Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID shot
Drugmaker Moderna asked the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday to authorize a fourth shot of its COVID-19 vaccine as a booster dose for all adults.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held Mar. 18-21 around Travis County
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Pfizer COVID antiviral: Dozens of companies to start making pill
Nearly three dozen companies in Asia, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Eastern Europe will soon start making either generic versions of Pfizer's coronavirus pill or the raw ingredients. This deal will make the antiviral nirmatrelvir, or Paxlovoid, available to more than half of the world's population.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held Mar. 11-14 around Travis County
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
WHO says COVID-19 boosters are needed, reversing previous guidance
An expert group convened by the World Health Organization said it “strongly supports urgent and broad access” to coronavirus vaccines, including booster doses.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held March 4-7 around Travis County
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Exercise after COVID-19 vaccine may increase antibodies, study finds
The study demonstrates that 90 minutes of exercise after immunization of the COVID-19 vaccine increases antibody response several weeks later.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held Mar. 1-4 around Travis County
Clinics are open to all eligible individuals without registration or appointment and require neither identification nor insurance. All vaccinations are free.
Pfizer shot offers nearly no protection against infection in 5- to 11-year-olds
Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine is effective at preventing hospitalization in children 5 to 11 but offers virtually no protection against infection, even just a month after full immunization.
New CDC mask guidance says many healthy Americans can finally unmask
Most Americans live in places where healthy people, including students in schools, can safely take a break from wearing masks under new U.S. guidelines released Friday.
Drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Travis County canceled for Feb. 26
Travis County's drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Travis County Constable Precinct 4 Office has been canceled for Saturday.
Austin Public Health announces changes to COVID-19 vaccine operations
APH says its teams will now focus on the Mobile Vaccination Program (MVP), which offers COVID-19 vaccines at locations in otherwise hard-to-reach areas.
A fourth COVID vaccine shot: Will it be necessary?
CDC data shows 92.6 million Americans have received a booster shot.
Police clear Ottawa 'Freedom convoy' protesters at Parliament to end siege
Police in tactical gear quickly gained ground Saturday against demonstrators who are facing of one of the biggest police enforcement actions in Canada’s history, with officers drawn from around the country.
Ivermectin does not prevent severe COVID-19 illness, study finds
A new study suggests that ivermectin, an anti-parasite drug, is not effective in preventing severe COVID-19 symptoms.
Free COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held Feb. 18-21 around Travis County
Austin Public Health and Travis County are partnering with local community organizations to provide free COVID-19 vaccination clinics around the county.
LA sheriff rips push to fire 4,000 unvaccinated deputies amid crime wave: 'Immoral position'
Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva said county board 'couldn't care less' about residents' public safety concerns, predicts 'referendum on woke-ism'
Travis County moves drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinic
The drive-thru COVID-19 vaccine clinic will be moving to the Ray Martinez building at the Travis County Constable Pct. 4 Office starting Feb. 19.