The Food and Drug Administration is expected to quickly follow the recommendation and make it the third vaccine authorized for emergency use in the U.S.
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Mainers 60 and older eligible for COVID-19 vaccine next week as state shifts to age-based rollout
Under the seismic change in strategy announced by Gov. Mills on Friday, residents 50 and over will be eligible in April, followed by those 40 and over in May, and those 30 and over in June.
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FDA confirms safety, efficacy of single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Public health officials have eagerly awaited the arrival of the vaccine because it is easier to store and administer and could streamline the logistics of a complicated mass vaccination campaign.
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‘It’s Up to You’: Ad campaign to overcome vaccine hesitancy is underway
The first concerted effort urging Americans to get vaccinated will encourage those skeptical of the vaccines to visit a new website for the latest information on their safety and availability.
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Updated Q&A: Should I be picky about vaccines? And how do I take myself off MaineHealth’s waitlist?
Answers to those and other questions about Maine’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Vaccination clinic at Bridgton Community Center March 4
BRIDGTON — Mainers 70 years and older can now schedule an appointment for a one-day COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the Bridgton Community Center on March 4. The clinic at 15 Depot St. is hosted by Northern Light Health and will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the town. To schedule an […]
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FDA confirms Johnson & Johnson 1-dose vaccine protects against COVID hospitalizations, deaths
A final decision could come as early as this weekend.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: China and Russia are beating the West at vaccine diplomacy
While Europe and North America hoard COVID jabs, Beijing and Moscow are deploying them strategically around the world.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, Politics
Expect big jump in vaccine delivery, drug execs tell Congress
A House subcommittee grilled vaccine makers Tuesday on the state of the supply.
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Residents at Midcoast senior living facilities readily accept COVID-19 vaccine, while some staff opt out
Many long-term care facilities reported that all of their residents chose to get vaccinated, but staff are more hesitant.