New Jersey to close 6 mass vaccination sites
New Jersey will be shutting down its six mass COVID-19 vaccination sites as the state moves from a mega-site model to relying on about 1,800 community inoculation sites.
Free beer, other new incentives for Biden's 'month of action' ahead of July 4 goal
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a “month of action” to urge more Americans to get vaccinated before the July 4 holiday, including a number of new incentives and steps to ease barriers.
New Mexico offers $5 million in COVID-19 vaccine prize, the country's largest reward
New Mexico bet big Tuesday that cash can persuade people to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, offering the largest single cash prize among the growing number of states staging lotteries to promote inoculations.
Krispy Kreme has given out 1.5M free treats to vaccinated customers, sweetens deal for National Doughnut Day
Krispy Kreme is offering customers a chance to get two free treats this week: one for National Doughnut Day along with the standing offer of one for getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
Moderna seeks full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine
Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.
California to pay $116.5 million in gifts and cash to encourage people to get vaccinated
California will pay out $116.5 million in gifts and cash to encourage people to get vaccinated.
Walmart partners with schools to open COVID-19 vaccine clinics for adolescents
Walmart said it has worked with local school districts to open vaccine clinics in Georgia, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Texas and Pennsylvania. It hopes to open additional clinics in the coming weeks.
Chester County first responders start vaccinating people at their homes
Shots for those at home are now accessible through the Chester County Health Department's partnership with local EMS agencies.
Ohio woman wins state's 1st Vax-a-Million lottery for getting COVID-19 vaccine
The state says a southwestern Ohio woman is the first winner of Ohio’s $1 million Vax-a-Million vaccination incentive prize.
Pennsylvania reports 70% of adults received first COVID-19 vaccine
In the Commonwealth, it is reported 52.7 percent of adults 18 and older are fully vaccinated. The Pennsylvania mask mandate will be lifted once 70 percent of the adult population 18 and older are fully vaccinated.
Delaware joins growing list of states offering vaccine incentives
State officials said Tuesday that Delawareans 12 and older who are vaccinated between now until June 29 will be entered to win $5,000 in cash and additional prizes in twice-weekly drawings conducted by the Delaware Lottery.
US reaches 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19, CDC data says
The United States reached a notable milestone on Tuesday with 50% of adults becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nationwide. according to data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
FEMA vaccination sites to end operations in Philadelphia Tuesday
Both sites delivered more than 350,000 vaccinations in Philadelphia and account for nearly 25% of all vaccine doses in the city.
Pfizer begins testing COVID-19 booster shot with pneumococcal vaccine in older adults
Pfizer is testing a booster of its COVID-19 vaccine in combination with a pneumococcal vaccine candidate in fully vaccinated older adults. The study will analyze safety and the immune responses produced by each.
United offering rewards members chance to win free flights for a year with COVID-19 vaccine card
United Airlines will be offering new and old MileagePlus members a chance to win free flights for a year with proof of a valid COVID-19 vaccine card.
CDC investigating 'mild' reports of potential heart problems following COVID-19 vaccination
It's unclear that the vaccine is ultimately responsible for possible heart problems following the COVID-19 vaccination.
Father of 5 dies from COVID-19 after refusing to get vaccine
A Lincoln Park family is grieving the loss of a father of five from COVID-19. He and his wife refused the vaccine, now she is sharing the story to convince others to get it.
Fauci believes Biden ‘will attain’ July 4 70% vaccine goal
Dr. Anthony Fauci said the Biden administration’s goal to reach another COVID-19 vaccine milestone by July 4 is well within reach as coronavirus cases continue to decline and more people get vaccinated.
White House, dating apps team up to add VAX sticker on profiles
The largest dating apps in America are teaming up to encourage Americans to get vaccinated.
Black Doctor's COVID-19 Consortium offering $20 for vaccine referrals at Philly Vax-Jawn 2
People returning to the Black Doctor's COVID-19 Consortium's Philly Vax-Jawn 2 can get $20 when they return for their second shot if they bring someone eligible to be vaccinated with them.