US EditionFor some, a COVID-19 vaccine means jumping through hoops or hitting the road
The FDA restricts updated COVID-19 vaccine shots to those 65+ or with risk factors, causing limited pharmacy access and possible prescription requirements for others.
- Dr. Christopher Post recommends high-risk groups, including those over 60 and people prone to severe illness, should still get a COVID-19 vaccine this year.
- CVS pharmacies will ensure COVID-19 vaccinations are available "as soon as possible" at all Colorado locations, while Safeway pharmacies will begin administering them without prescription on September 5.
- Some individuals are facing difficulties in getting updated COVID-19 vaccines, such as being told they need a prescription or their local pharmacy not having shots available yet.
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VDH addresses new FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine with restrictions
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- After the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the upcoming fall/winter season for some Americans, with restrictions, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has released information about the vaccine in Virginia. Latest on the FDA-approved vaccine The 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccine, by Pfizer-BioNTech, was approved to be given to adults aged 65 and older, and to those between the age…
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For some, a COVID-19 vaccine means jumping through hoops or hitting the road
The debut of updated COVID-19 vaccines has gotten off to a clunky start in many states. Limits on who can get the shots and prescription requirements are confusing customers and leaving some worried about whether they will get protection.
Doctor gives guidance on who should get COVID-19 vaccine amid new FDA rules changing access to shots
As Colorado responds to new rules from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) surrounding access to COVID-19 vaccines, Denver7 is getting guidance from a doctor on who needs the shot.Dr. Christopher Post, the medical director at AdventHealth Parker, said the virus is not as dangerous as it once was because of growing immunity. However, he recommends high-risk groups, including those over the age of 60 and people prone to severe illness, to …
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