Erika Edwards, NBC News, Feb. 8, 2021 Getting both recommended doses of the Covid-19 vaccine is the best way to stay ahead of new mutant variants of the virus — and ultimately end the pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Monday. …
This week in coronavirus: Vaccine availability widens as supplies increase
Brett Kelman, The Tennessean, Feb. 7, 2021 Tennessee expanded vaccine availability in most counties last week as the state’s allotment of two coronavirus vaccines continued steady growth, building momentum against the pandemic. Additionally, the spread of the virus and the number of …
TDH Expands Access to COVID-19 Vaccination in Rural and Underserved Areas
Williamson Source, Feb. 7, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Health is expanding access to COVID-19 vaccination with a particular focus on rural and underserved areas. TDH is partnering with pharmacies and community health clinics to add more than 100 …
J&J asks US regulators to OK its one-shot COVID-19 vaccine
Lauran Neergaard, AP News, Feb. 5, 2021 Johnson & Johnson asked U.S. regulators Thursday to clear the world’s first single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, an easier-to-use option that could boost scarce supplies. J&J’s vaccine was safe and offered strong protection against moderate …
What to know about COVID-19 vaccinations across Tennessee counties
Rachel Wegner, The Tennessean, Feb. 3, 2021 As the coronavirus vaccine rollout continues in Tennessee, some residents have lingering questions about exactly who is eligible for a vaccine as each county moves at a different pace. Here’s what to know about who’s …