FDA authorizes 1st COVID-19 shots for kids under 5
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New Mexico offers largest COVID-19 vaccination prize in America
New Mexico offers the largest COVID-19 vaccination incentive in America. According to the Associated Press, the state offers a $5 million prize and separate $250,000 prizes. There are also incentives like scratch tickets. You must register at Vaxtothemaxnm.org to be eligible. The website to register is separate from New Mexico's vaccine scheduling website. Winners are expected to show their vaccine cards. Good luck New Mexico residents!
Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, receives her first COVID-19 vaccine
https://www.instagram.com/p/CPdMGk3FNIC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Kate Middleton receives her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Royal recently shared her experience on Instagram. She said she received her first dose of the vaccine at the Science Museum in London. Middleton wrote, "I'm hugely grateful to everyone who is playing a part in the rollout-thank you for everything you are doing." More information about the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine is available at the link: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/safety-of-vaccines.html
Walmart, Costco, Target, and Trader Joe's don't require face masks
Boo! According to the Wall Street Journal, Walmart, Costco, and Trader Joe's won't require masks for vaccinated people. Vaccinated employees and customers no longer need a face mask. Walmart's policy for employees will go into effect on May 18th. Vaccinated customers may go without masks now. Costco implemented a similar policy. According to the Daily Mail, Target no longer requires face masks unless local policy says otherwise. Kroger continues to require facemasks. According to NBC, Target will continue to require face masks as well.
FDA plans to authorize Pfizer Vaccine for 12-15 year olds by early next week
There is good news in the battle against COVID-19, especially for parents. The FDA plans to authorize the Pfizer vaccine for 12-15-year-olds by early next week. According to the New York Times, the authorization would open the U.S. vaccination campaign to millions of more people. The Pfizer trial in adolescents showed the vaccine is effective in that age group. Many parents are eager to see their kids vaccinated before summer activities and the start of school in the fall.
Jennifer Lopez promotes Vax Live Concert
https://twitter.com/JLo/status/1389062129991307266?s=20 Jennifer Lopez recently shared a couple of photos and a message about the Vax Live concert. JLO captioned the social media photos, #GlamFam: @glblctzn edition. Don't miss the #Vaxlive concert Saturday, May 8th @JLObeauty #JLOBEAUTY. According to the Global Citizen website, Vax Live is a concert requesting world leaders make sure vaccines are accessible to all. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are the campaign chairs. The event will be hosted by Selena Gomez. There will be performances by Jennifer Lopez, Eddie Vedder, Foo Fighters, J Balvin, and H.E.R. Several stars are scheduled to make appearances, including Ben Affleck and Jimmy Kimmel. The Vax Live concert will be on at 8/7 central on select channels. The show will also be on Youtube at 8pm Eastern. On Instagram, Demi Lovato recommended finding out more information about the COVID-19 vaccine at vaxbecause.org.
New Yorkers 30 and over get COVID-19 vaccine
People in New York State 30 and over are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations and everyone over 16 will be eligible starting April 6. ( March 31) AP
Doctor: COVID vaccines safe for allergic people
https://youtu.be/T5dyWNo2tmE According to the Associated Press, Medical officials say most people with allergies should be safe taking the COVID-19 vaccine. (Jan. 12)