PEORIA Now that the Food and Drug Administration has given the green light to the new Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, it probably won’t be long before it arrives in central Illinois.
While the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are relatively similar, the new vaccine is different in several key ways. Here what’s new, and what to expect as a third vaccine is rolled out across the nation.
What’s different about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine?
There are several things that will likely make the new vaccine a popular choice. Patients will likely appreciate the fact that it only requires a single dose, and health-care professionals will undoubtedly be pleased that the new vaccine can be stored at room temperature for up to three months.
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