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2024-08-22 23:55:08
COVID-19
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FDA Approves Updated Pfizer, Moderna Covid Vaccines as Virus Surges

The FDA greenlights updated Pfizer and Moderna Covid vaccines, focusing on tackling the KP.2 omicron subvariant amidst a surge in virus cases. Novavax's protein vaccine offers protection against various omicron subvariants.

Annual vaccine updates address waning immunity concerns. Despite low booster uptake, CDC recommends the updated vaccines for all individuals aged 6 months and older.

Experts advocate swift vaccination for high-risk groups while promoting the importance of vaccinating children and teachers. The updated shots are set to be available within days, catering to the evolving virus landscape and the need for enhanced protection.

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Yahoo!
22. August 2024 um 17:49

FDA approves updated COVID-19 vaccines, shots should be available in days

FDA, led by vaccine chief Dr. Peter Marks, approves updated COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, targeting recent virus strains. Novavax's updated vaccine expected later. Vaccines aim to provide better protection against KP.2 and emerging KP.3.1.1 variants. Pfizer spokesman says updated vaccine "generates a substantially improved response" against multiple subtypes. CDC recommends updated shots for all ages 6 months+. Experts like Dr. Robert Hopkins Jr. of the National Foundation for Inf..
forbes
22. August 2024 um 17:52

FDA Approves Updated Moderna, Pfizer COVID Vaccines

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends everyone six years and older receive the updated shots.
CNBC
22. August 2024 um 17:46

FDA approves updated Pfizer, Moderna Covid vaccines as virus surges; shots to be available within days

FDA approves Pfizer, Moderna Covid vaccines targeting KP.2 omicron subvariant; shots coming soon as virus surges. Novavax protein vaccine also provides protection against other omicron subvariants. Waning immunity necessitates annual vaccine updates. Low booster uptake due to lack of virus concern, busy schedules. CDC recommends updated vaccines for all ages 6 months and older.
Yahoo!
22. August 2024 um 17:38

US FDA approves updated COVID shots ahead of fall season

The FDA has granted emergency use authorization for updated Moderna's Spikevax and Pfizer/BioNTech's Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccines targeting KP.2 for the fall vaccination campaign.
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