COVID-19 vaccine

Novavax makes the nation’s only traditional protein-based coronavirus vaccine – and until now it had emergency authorization from FDA for use in anyone 12 and older. What's the change?

The shot has been available under emergency use since 2022 and is the nation’s only traditional protein-based option for COVID-19. Now experts are questioning whether other vaccines will be caught in the turmoil.

High vaccination rates can help prevent the spread of severe illnesses like measles and polio. But pediatricians say they're encountering more parents hesitant to get their kids immunized.

The grand jury, convened at the request of Gov. Ron DeSantis, recommended policy changes including increasing transparency around clinical trials and banning advertisements for pharmaceutical drugs.

Anyone with COVID-19 during the summer has some, but not full, protection against germs spreading in fall and winter. Infectious disease experts recommend what shots to get now.

The federal government is offering four COVID testing kits. Experts say it's a move that highlights expectations of another busy respiratory infection season.

While not perfect, vaccinations are the best bet for avoiding a bad case of flu or COVID-19 this fall and winter. The CDC recommends these vaccinations for ages 6 months and older.

There's a new bulletin from Florida's surgeon general. Vaccine experts and historians interviewed for this article can’t remember another state health leader urging residents to avoid an FDA-approved vaccine.

A memo notes the new mRNA shot doesn't target the current dominant variant. A USF epidemiologist says it will still be effective but suggests first deciding whether you need the booster.

Although public health officials recommend the newly approved COVID vaccine for everyone age 6 months and older, it may make more sense to wait until closer to the holiday season.