Biden receives vaccine; Harris to get hers after Christmas
The vaccinations are being administered in a staggered fashion in case either of them reacts adversely.
Joe Biden and his wife, Dr.
Jill Biden, have now been vaccinated against coronavirus, the next commander-in-chief receiving his shot on live television Monday afternoon in Delaware.
Vice President-elect
Doug Emhoff, will get their vaccinations next week.
President-elect Joe Biden has pledged to see that 100 million Americans are inoculated against the deadly virus in his first 100 days in office. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
The shots are being administered in a staggered fashion in case either of America’s future leaders has an adverse reaction.
New CDC Quarantine Recommendations for COVID-19 Explained
Written by George Citroner on December 3, 2020 Fact checked by Dana K. Cassell
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The CDC has changed the number of days they advise people to quarantine if they have been exposed to the virus that causes COVID-19.
People can quarantine for only 7 days if they also have a negative test result for the new coronavirus.
Experts say this shortened quarantine schedule means there is a slightly increased risk of transmitting the virus after quarantine.
All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub and follow our live updates page for the most recent information on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Even if Youâve Had COVID-19 You Still Need the Vaccine
Written by Heather Grey on December 17, 2020 â Fact checked by Dana K. Cassell
Getting the COVID-19 will offer more protection against reinfection. Maskot/Getty Images
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) last week for the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
Cases of reinfection with the virus that causes COVID-19 have been reported.
Even if youâve developed COVID-19, getting the vaccine may help prevent reinfection and lower your risk of getting sick again.
All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub and follow our live updates page for the most recent information on the COVID-19 pandemic.