Experts: New SARS-CoV-2 strain isn’t a reason to panic

Current prevention measures are still the best way to deal with the new, potentially faster spreading strain of SARS-CoV-2, infectious disease experts say.

Johns Hopkins University • futurity
Jan. 4, 2021 ~5 min

This mask-wearing appeal could work better than shaming

Appealing to concerns about people's loved ones and their sense of themselves as protectors could overcome resistance to mask wearing and social distancing.

Nicole Fawcett-Michigan • futurity
Dec. 31, 2020 ~6 min


How will people actually get COVID-19 vaccines?

With COVID-19 vaccine distribution underway, how will people get them and what are the potential distribution pitfalls? An expert breaks down the logistics.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Dec. 30, 2020 ~8 min

What are the COVID-19 vaccine’s side effects?

Though the COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective, they could cause some side effects. Epidemiologist William Moss explains what to expect.

Johns Hopkins University • futurity
Dec. 22, 2020 ~5 min

How mRNA and adenovirus vaccines work

COVID-19 vaccines are becoming available. But how do they work? Immunologist Matt Koci brings you up to speed on mRNA and adenovirus vaccines.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Dec. 18, 2020 ~15 min

To make shots hurt less, make the right face

Cracking a smile or grimacing can make injections hurt less, researchers say. They found pain went down by as much as 40%.

Pat Harriman-UC Irvine • futurity
Dec. 16, 2020 ~4 min

5 things to know about the FDA’s COVID-19 vaccine authorization

An expert explains the process the FDA used to issue emergency use authorization for the new COVID-19 vaccine and the impact of the EUA.

Katherine Unger Baillie-Penn • futurity
Dec. 14, 2020 ~11 min

Most adults over 50 say they’ll get a COVID vaccine

Most—but not all—older adults will get a COVID-19 vaccine once it's available. Many want to wait and see how others fare after getting it first.

Katie George-Rochester • futurity
Nov. 27, 2020 ~8 min


Experts: 2 COVID-19 vaccines bring us into ‘new territory’

Pfizer and Moderna announced they have developed effective coronavirus vaccines, but how will they work? Two experts weigh in.

Kat McAlpine-Boston • futurity
Nov. 20, 2020 ~10 min

New shingles vaccine may protect lymphoma patients

A new shingles vaccine may work where others have failed for patients with lymphoma, researchers report.

Leslie Orr-Rochester • futurity
Nov. 18, 2020 ~4 min

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