Vaccine

explainer Dec. 18, 2020

What We Know About the U.S. COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution PlanThe largest mass-vaccination campaign in American history has begun. This is how it may or may not play out.

By Chas Danner and Matt Stieb

biden administration Dec. 10, 2020

Biden Team Flubs FDA Advisory Panel’s Vaccine AnnouncementThe Pfizer vaccine is now a step away from approval, contrary to the Biden team announcement that the FDA authorized the candidate for emergency use.

By Matt Stieb

dr. fauci Oct. 29, 2020

By Hannah Gold

the national interest Oct. 5, 2020

Trump Determined to Get Vaccine Before Election, Overrules FDA GuidelinesIt’s becoming abundantly clear that Trump’s political team is overruling the science to rush through the approval of a vaccine before the election.

By Jonathan Chait

just asking questions Sept. 14, 2020

Bill Gates on the Pandemic: ‘You Hope It Doesn’t Stretch Past 2022.’The philanthropist shares his thoughts about COVID-19 vaccines, America’s failures, and when we can expect real global relief.

By David Wallace-Wells

for your health July 29, 2020

Here’s the Latest Good (and Bad) News About the CoronavirusA vaccine is on its way — but for many COVID-19 survivors, the disease’s symptoms appear here to stay.

By Eric Levitz

just asking questions July 1, 2020

Anthony Fauci’s Boss on Why Things Could Be Much Better SoonNIH Director Francis Collins says he’s “guardedly optimistic” we’ll have at least one safe and effective vaccine by the end of the year.

By Jebediah Reed

coronavirus May 18, 2020

Promising Early Stage Vaccine Trial Sends Stocks SoaringEight healthy patients who received the vaccine developed antibodies at levels similar to those who’ve recovered from COVID-19.

By Adam K. Raymond

expert explainer May 1, 2020

Expert Explainer: What to Know About Coronavirus MutationsThere are many different strains of COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean one is deadlier than another.

By James D. Walsh

expert explainer Apr. 29, 2020

Expert Explainer: Why Talk of a Fall Vaccine Is ‘Irresponsible’Dr. Peter Hotez believes that a rushed medical process could play into anti-vaxxers’ hands.

By James D. Walsh

just asking questions Apr. 18, 2020

What to Expect From the Race to Develop Coronavirus VaccinesDr. Peter Hotez explains the potential timeline for a coronavirus vaccine and shares his thoughts on chloroquine, remdesivir, and biotech bluster.

By James D. Walsh

coronavirus Mar. 30, 2020

Johnson & Johnson: COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Ready Early Next YearThe pharmaceutical giant plans to start human trials by September.

By Adam K. Raymond

coronavirus Mar. 20, 2020

What It’s Like to Be Part of the First Coronavirus Vaccine Trial“I’m monitoring myself for fever, cough, nausea, headache. All of the symptoms of the virus.”

By James D. Walsh

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