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1-and-done is now 2-and-done for Johnson & Johnson. Plus, where did all the COVID-19 testing kits go? Sep 21, 2021

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The Johnson & Johnson vaccine might be 2-and-done instead of 1-and-done now. A new study details how a second shot offers a lot more protection.

The U.S. is dealing with a shortage of COVID-19 testing kits. Will this hurt the ability to prevent outbreaks?

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Younger kids could get their COVID vaccine shots soon. Plus, too many missed doctor's appointments during the pandemic. Sep 20, 2021

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Pfizer says its vaccine works on kids 5 to 11 years old. It's going to seek approval for use.

Andy Slavitt, a former senior COVID advisor to the Biden administration, shares his thoughts on vaccines, mandates and the future.

People are skipping doctor's appointments because of the pandemic. They could be endangering their health.

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The FDA's vaccine committee is set to debate the need for booster shots. Plus, can a landlord legally require that their tenants be vaccinated? Sep 16, 2021

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The debate about booster shots rages on. The FDA's vaccine committee is expected to talk about boosters, but what can we expect with so much conflicting data?

Los Angeles County is implementing a partial vaccine mandate for indoor establishments, but why didn't it go with something more comprehensive? And thousands of county employees appear to be unvaccinated ahead of a deadline.

A South Florida landlord is requiring that all of his tenants be vaccinated. Is that legal?

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More conflicting information on booster shots. Plus, California's recall election seems to show that the state's residents are in favor of strict Covid-19 policies. Sep 15, 2021

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The FDA's scientific staff declined to either endorse or reject the idea of booster shots. Why can't we seem to come to a consensus on boosters?

Los Angeles County officials have approved new rules, requiring that customers and employees at a number of indoor establishments -- including bars, lounges and nightclubs -- be fully vaccinated. But restaurants aren't included. Does this make sense?

California Governor Gavin Newsom easily fought off a recall election, and exit polls point to his pandemic policies as a big reason why. It looks like voters in the state are in favor of a tough approach to Covid-19.

And you don't have to look hard to find a viral video of airline passengers melting down or harassing flight attendants over the requirement to wear a mask on planes. How big of an issue is this, moving forward?

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Can vaccinated people still get "long COVID?" Plus, LA police officers sue over city vaccine mandate. Sep 14, 2021

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Long COVID is possible for people who are vaccinated.

Los Angeles police officers are suing over a vaccine mandate and firefighters might join them.

If you've been looking to change your career during the pandemic, computer programs might be cheating you out of that opportunity.

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Vaccine approval close for younger kids. Plus, even some FDA scientists question booster shots. Sep 13, 2021

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The FDA could soon approve the Pfizer vaccine for kids 5 to 11.

Even some scientists within the FDA are skeptical about the need for COVID-19 booster shots.

A doctor answers questions about how worried vaccinated people should be about COVID-19.

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President Biden announces vaccine mandates for big companies. But are they legal? Plus, Pfizer and Moderna have new weapons to fight COVID. Sep 09, 2021

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President Biden announces new vaccine requirements for large companies. But are they legal?

Can companies deny sick pay to unvaccinated workers?

Moderna announces COVID booster/flu vaccine combo shot.

Pfizer says progress is being made on its "COVID-killing" drug.

Senator Amy Klobuchar's cancer diagnosis brings attention to missed health screenings.

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What's new about Mu? Plus, are religious exemptions to COVID vaccines mostly bogus? Sep 08, 2021

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Mu is the latest variant of concern that has doctors a bit worried.

Should states do away with religious exemptions when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccines?

Sports and concerts could help boost vaccination rates.

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Should unvaccinated people move to the back of the hospital line? Plus, we hear from someone on vacation, alone and sick with COVID-19. Sep 07, 2021

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Should hospitals postpone treatment for people who are unvaccinated?

Should unvaccinated people pay more for health insurance?

Alone, away from home and sick with COVID. We talk to a colleague who's stuck in quarantine in Alaska.

We look into the state of nurses. How are they doing now and what does the future hold for them?

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Researchers: Yes! Masks do work and there's proof. Plus, a major problem with microchips again. Sep 02, 2021

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Doctors and researchers are looking into "breakthrough" infections. What are they finding?

A new study says masks do work to slow COVID-19 spread--at least a certain type of mask.

The pandemic is creating more shortages of semiconductor chips.

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