Can healthy people who eat right and exercise skip the COVID-19 vaccine? A research scientist and fitness enthusiast explains why the answer is no
A growing body of research shows that nutrition, sleep, exercise and a host of other lifestyle choices can help optimize the immune system. But they are no substitute for life-saving vaccines.
Sept. 28, 2021 • ~8 min
New Johnson & Johnson data shows second shot boosts antibodies and protection against COVID-19 – but one dose is still strong against delta variant
Your body produces antibodies after an infection or vaccine, but these slowly decline over time. New Johnson & Johnson data sheds light on the duration of protection and the need for booster shots.
Sept. 25, 2021 • ~8 min
Tense decision-making as CDC joins FDA in recommending Pfizer booster shot for 65 & up, people at high risk and those with occupational exposure to COVID-19
Fault lines between the FDA and CDC regulatory processes have been on full display in the decisions over which groups of Americans should receive the Pfizer booster shot.
Sept. 25, 2021 • ~6 min
Half of unvaccinated workers say they'd rather quit than get a shot – but real-world data suggest few are following through
While surveys have shown a large share of unvaccinated workers threatening to quit over a mandate, the reality is few actually do.
Sept. 24, 2021 • ~5 min
Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn't a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices
People tend to stick with their stated beliefs. But here’s how external forces like vaccine mandates can push people to do something they don’t want to do – and provide some face-saving cover.
Sept. 23, 2021 • ~8 min
FDA panel member offers closer look at Pfizer vaccine for kids
Ofer Levy, who directs Boston Children’s Hospital’s Precision Vaccines Program, discussed the news that the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has been shown to be safe in school-age children, a potentially key development in the fight to bring the coronavirus pandemic under control.
Sept. 20, 2021 • ~6 min
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