Sara G. Miller, NBC News, April 9, 2021 Pfizer on Friday requested to expand use of its Covid-19 vaccine to adolescents ages 12 to 15. The request asks the Food and Drug Administration to amend the emergency use authorization, which …
CDC sends Tennessee $61.7 million for vaccine distribution. Here’s how the money can be spent
Samuel Hardiman, The Tennessean, April 6, 2021 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sending Tennessee cash to combat disparities in vaccine uptake and access. The CDC announced Tuesday that it was giving Tennessee $61.7 million as part of …
Tennessee expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility as Nashville hits 30% vaccinated with at least one dose
Caroline Sutton, News Channel 5, April 5, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — More than 30% of Nashville residents have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine on Monday as the entire state opens up appointments to anyone 16 …
Tennessee’s Emotional Support Line service now offers help via text messaging
Eryn Taylor, News Channel 3, April 5, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The state of Tennessee is now offering a new resource for health care and education professionals dealing with mental health issues amid the pandemic. Launched in May 2020, Tennessee’s Emotional …
One Million People Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19 in Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Health, April 1, 2021 NASHVILLE – Tennessee has reached a vaccination landmark of one million Tennesseans being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Approximately 22 percent have received at least one dose. ‘’We celebrate this milestone and expect to …