Category: covid-19 booster shots

Australia Eyes COVID-19 Booster Program for Teens

Australia is considering whether to launch a booster program for young people under the age of 18, according to leading medical authorities. The announcement came after more than 35,000 children had their first COVID-19 jab on the first day of the primary rollout for five to 11-year-old on Monday. While more Australians are queuing to…


‘Only Three Doses Protects You From COVID-19’, Urges Victorian Premier

The Victorian government has urged eligible Victorians to get their booster shots as the state introduces new pandemic restrictions and vaccine mandates on Jan. 10 Night clubs, pubs and bars are set to close from Jan. 12 at 11.59 p.m. onwards, although dancefloors at wedding venues will stay open. The Andrews government also strongly recommended…


Israel Halts Rollout of 4th COVID Shot, Opts for Hospital Trial to Check Efficacy and Safety

JERUSALEM—Israel’s Health Ministry has halted the national rollout of a fourth vaccine dose for those over 60 or at risk of severe disease that was set to begin on Sunday, opting instead for a hospital trial to address the debate over whether there is sufficient scientific information available to justify another booster drive. A major Israeli hospital will…


Some US Colleges Start Requiring Vaccine Boosters for Students, Staff

Following booster shots recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), some colleges are now requiring boosters for students and staff wanting to return to campus. On Monday, the CDC doubled down on its recommendation on boosters, saying all adults should get a booster shot. “Today, CDC is strengthening its recommendation on…


Pfizer Seeks FDA Authorization for COVID-19 Booster Shots in 16-, 17-Year-Olds

Pfizer CEO and Chairman Albert Bourla on Tuesday announced that the company and its partner BioNTech have submitted a request to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking to expand authorization for its COVID-19 booster shot for use in 16- and 17-year-olds. It comes after U.S. regulators last week expanded the eligibility for a…


Pfizer Seeks FDA Authorization for COVID-19 Booster Shots in 16- and 17-Year-Olds

Pfizer CEO and Chairman Albert Bourla on Tuesday announced that the company and its partner BioNTech have submitted a request to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking to expand authorization for its COVID-19 booster shot for use in 16- and 17-year-olds. It comes after U.S. regulators last week expanded the eligibility for a…