Since it was granted emergency use authorization in Dec. 2020, more than 200 million doses of the Pfizer vaccine have been administered according to the CDC.
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County officials weigh in on Red Wings unvaxxed seating
Unvaccinated people can attend Red Wings games, but a state mandate requires them to be seated in separate, socially-distanced seating. Cue the backlash.
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Monroe County welcomes walk-ins to all county-run vaccination sites
Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said the vaccine supply currently outweighs demand throughout the state and region.
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Pfizer vaccine available this week; COVID infection surge persists
Monroe County is experiencing a surge in cases, particularly among those who are 30 and younger. The Pfizer vaccine is approved for ages 16 and older.
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Fri COVID-19 vaccine at former Kodak site postponed due to weather
The appointments will be rescheduled for Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, March 27-29.
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Monroe County prepares to vaccinate Phase 1B workers
An online vaccination link for Phase 1B workers is slated to open upon receipt of a new vaccine shipment, which is expected Tuesday.
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New York state to receive another boost in vaccine doses, Cuomo says
Over the next three weeks, New York state is expected to receive a five-percent increase in its supply of COVID-19 vaccine.
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Strong Hospital ethics board: End special service for wealthy patients
The call to end “programs of special privilege” follows news that URMC invited “well-connected” people to jump the vaccine line.
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Monroe County expects 1,500 more COVID-19 vaccines this week
Word that vaccines are on their way comes on the heels of news that Monroe County’s supply would be depleted this week.
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City Council President Loretta Scott: vaccine misinformation dangerous
Scott said that rumors are especially harmful in minority communities that have been hit hard by COVID-19.
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Medical experts optimistic about vaccines, caution it will take time
Local experts on COVID-19 vaccine research at a live forum Thursday night said it will take time for the community to build up immunity.
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Cuomo threatens to sue White House over COVID-19 vaccine plans
The governor said the Trump administration’s distribution plan violates the constitutional rights of African-Americans and Hispanics.
