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SHUTTERSTOCK

Why Won’t More Older Americans Get Their COVID Booster?

Most states lag Oregon as a third of older people nationwide haven't received their first COVID vaccine booster shot.

May 12, 2022

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COURTESY OF OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

CDC Tells Pharmacies To Give 4th COVID Shots To Immunocompromised Patients

After eligible people were being turned away from pharmacies, the health agency reiterated its recommendation.

Jan 27, 2022

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SHUTTERSTOCK

Pharmacies Turn Away Immunocompromised Patients Seeking 4th COVID Shot

Patients with weakened immune systems, who are at high risk from COVID-19, say pharmacies are turning them away when they seek additional vaccine doses recommended by federal health officials.

Jan 25, 2022

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FRITZ LIEDTKE/OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Oregon Officials Announce Vaccine Booster Guidelines

Groups eligible for a Pfizer booster shot include seniors, people living in long-term care facilities, those with certain underlying medical conditions, and people working in higher risk occupations.

Sep 30, 2021

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FRITZ LIEDTKE/OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

Pfizer CEO To Public: Just Trust Us On The Covid Booster

As pharmaceutical companies declare a need for boosters, scientists and doctors emphasize that there’s no proof yet.

Aug 13, 2021