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Immunization
CDC Urges Routine Vaccinations Despite COVID-19 Pandemic
June 17, 2020
The CDC released an updated vaccination guidance on administering routine vaccinations amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
Pharmacies Prepare For Possible Surge In Flu Vaccinations This Season
June 15, 2020
Pharmacies are preparing for what is expected to be a surge in flu vaccinations this year as Americans are putting a greater focus on staying healthy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Will Accelerated COVID-19 Vaccine Development Fuel Public Distrust?
June 10, 2020
Though the COVID-19 pandemic has created intense need for treatment, rapid development of a vaccine could come at a cost.
Keep Current on Vaccines to Reassure Hesitant Patients
June 09, 2020
“As pharmacists, we must continue to recommend vaccinations to all our patients.”
NACDS Urges Trump Administration to Rely on Pharmacists for COVID-19 Vaccinations
June 02, 2020
Pharmacies and pharmacists can help the rapid deployment of COVID-19 vaccines when available, NACDS said.
AstraZeneca Receives $1 Billion for Development of University of Oxford Vaccine for COVID-19
May 21, 2020
AstraZeneca has received funds exceeding $1 billion from the US Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) for the development, production, and delivery of the University of Oxford’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccine candidate.
Moderna Reports Positive Early Data for COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate
May 18, 2020
Moderna’s coronavirus disease 2019 vaccine candidate, mRNA-1273, showed promise in interim data from its phase 1 study.
Investigators Hope To Make New Improvements to 100-Year-Old Vaccine
May 14, 2020
Investigators are looking for a new way to improve upon a 100-year-old vaccine.
New Vaccine Delivery Method May Yield Clinical Advantages, Reduced Costs
May 13, 2020
Investigators are developing a new needle-less vaccine delivery method that would eliminate the need for refrigeration and could significantly reduce costs associated with immunizations.
A Flurry of COVID-19 Studies Are Underway, but Scientists Warn a Vaccine Will Take Time
May 11, 2020
Never before have so many brilliant minds, machines, and groups come together so quickly in an attempt to develop a vaccine.