The administration is returning fire at those they see as spreading harmful misinformation or fear about the shots.
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New virus surge sends younger patients to Spain’s hospitals
The young are largely socializing while unvaccinated because authorities have strictly prioritized the elderly and most vulnerable groups.
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Indonesia short on oxygen, seeks help as virus cases soar
Overall, the world’s fourth-most populous country has reported over 2.4 million infections and 64,631 fatalities from COVID-19.
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Vaccinated teachers and students don’t need masks, CDC says
The changes come amid a national vaccination campaign in which children as young as 12 are eligible to get shots, as well as a general decline in COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths.
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Maine reports 9 new cases of COVID-19, 1 more death
Fifty-nine percent of Maine residents are fully vaccinated, the third-best rate in the nation.
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Pfizer will seek approval for 3rd vaccine dose to boost immunity
Research shows vaccines offer strong protection against the highly contagious delta variant, but studies are underway to determine if and when boosters might be needed.
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Abbott Labs cutting hundreds of jobs in Maine as testing demand drops
A company that makes COVID-19 testing kits is laying off as many as 400 workers at two locations in Maine.
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Pfizer to seek OK for 3rd vaccine dose
The highly contagious delta variant, which is spreading rapidly around the world, now accounts for most new U.S. infections.
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New study on delta variant reveals importance of receiving both vaccine shots
A report finds that a single shot of a two-dose vaccine ‘barely’ offers any protection.
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Fans banned at Olympics; Tokyo under state of emergency
Just two weeks ago, organizers and the IOC allowed venues to be filled to 50% of capacity.