Laken Bowles, News Channel 5, March 16, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Lisa Piercey said she feels confident the state will be able to offer all adults a COVID-19 vaccine by May 1. Piercey …
Moderna to launch COVID-19 vaccine trial on children as young as 6 months old
Sony Salzman and Katie Kindelan, ABC News, March 16, 2021 Moderna, the maker of one of three COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for use in the U.S., announced Tuesday it will start testing its vaccine on children as young as 6 months old. The …
Mississippi opened vaccinations to all adults. Some Shelby County residents could qualify
Corinne S. Kennedy, Commercial Appeal, March 16, 2021 As of Tuesday, Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has opened up vaccinations in the state to all Mississippi adults. However, the move could also open vaccinations up to some Shelby County residents who are …
‘Every dose is a dose toward the end of the pandemic:’ Eligible Tennesseans encouraged to get vaccinated
Bianca Marais, News Channel 11, March 14, 2021 JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Local health experts say COVID-19 vaccine supplies are rising, and vaccination appointments are still available. Dr. David Kirschke, Director of the Northeast Regional Health Office, told News Channel …
This week in coronavirus: Vaccinations and hope grow hand in hand in Tennessee
Brett Kelman, The Tennessean, March 14, 2021 After the headlines of the past week, I am tempted to rename this column – “this week in vaccination.” I don’t say this because I am finished writing about coronavirus. Not even close. The Tennessee …