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NIH Scientists Urge Pursuit of Universal Coronavirus Vaccine

SARS-CoV-2 will probably continue to circulate indefinitely, and animal coronaviruses may emerge at any time.
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FDA OKs Second COVID Antiviral Pill for Limited Use

Molnupiravir is authorized for people at high risk for severe COVID-19 when other treatment options are not available.
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FDA Authorizes First Antiviral Pill for COVID-19

Paxlovid, which reduces the risk of hospitalization or death by about 90%, is expected to be a game-changer.

Who should receive COVID-19 vaccine boosters?

Older and immunocompromised people and those with underlying health conditions could benefit most from additional shots.

Why You Can’t Find Cheap At-Home COVID Tests

Some think the U.S. should have had an equivalent of Operation Warp Speed for COVID-19 testing.
Molnupiravir capsules (Merck)

Oral Antiviral Drug Cuts COVID-19 Hospitalization [UPDATED]

Molnupiravir reduces severe illness and death, but it must be started within days after developing symptoms.

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COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, but people with a low CD4 count or detectable viral load are at risk for poor response.

All Adults Can Now Get COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Boosters further reduce the risk of severe illness and can help curb coronavirus transmission.

Moderna COVID-19 Booster May Protect Against Variants

The findings suggest boosters not only lengthen immunity but help broaden and strengthen the immune response.

FDA and CDC Give Green Light to First COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids

Vaccine effectiveness for children ages 5 to 11 was 91%, and serious side effects are rare.

Vaccination Offers More Protection than Previous COVID-19

CDC study shows vaccine-induced immunity is stronger, but others found post-infection immunity more protective.

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FDA and CDC Recommend Moderna and J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Many people who received any of the authorized COVID-19 vaccines are now eligible for an additional dose of their choice.

People With Substance Use Disorders May be at Higher Risk for SARS-CoV-2 Breakthrough Infections

Co-occurring health disorders appear to contribute to increased risk, NIH study suggests.

Organ Centers to Transplant Patients: Get a COVID Shot or Move Down on Waitlist

A growing number of transplant programs are barring patients who refuse COVID vaccines or giving them lower priority on waiting lists.

Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Generates Long-Lasting Immune Memory

People who received the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine had strong immune memory of SARS-CoV-2 six months after vaccination.

COVID-19 Pandemic Had Disproportionate Impact on Black, American Indian and Latino Adults

Excess deaths by population were three to four times higher among Black and American Indian men and women.
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