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"Over 7 Million Americans Receive Updated Covid-19 Vaccines Despite Rocky Rollout"

More than 7 million Americans have received the updated Covid-19 vaccines, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The uptake of the new vaccines appears to be slower compared to last year's booster, with concerns raised about children not being adequately vaccinated. Distribution delays and challenges in finding doses have been reported, as the vaccine rollout has shifted to the private market. The HHS is working with manufacturers and distributors to ensure vaccines reach pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and other vaccination sites. There is also growing concern about older adults not getting vaccinated against Covid-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

via CNN|

#cdc #children #covid-19-vaccines

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COVID-19 booster rollout across US plagued by supply and insurance issues

The latest rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in Chicago has been hit by supply problems and insurance hiccups. Availability and insurance issues have left some Chicagoans scrambling, with some providers still waiting on their distribution of the new vaccine. The vaccine rollout is now working differently than the first round, with health insurance now involved. However, most insurance plans are legally required to cover the dose. Some pharmacies have faced hurdles in providing the vaccine, with appointment cancellations and insurance coverage issues. Despite the challenges, there is high demand for the updated vaccine as COVID-19 cases rise in Chicago. The blips in vaccine distribution are not unique to Chicago, as the rollout across the country has been disorderly.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#chicago #covid-19-vaccine #health

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"Parents and Pediatricians Face Challenges as Covid-19 Vaccines Roll Out for Kids"

Parents of young children are facing challenges in getting their kids vaccinated against Covid-19 as the updated vaccines become available. Issues such as appointment scheduling difficulties, age cutoffs at pharmacies, insurance reimbursement confusion, and guidelines discouraging mixing different vaccine brands for younger children are hindering the vaccination process. Hospitalizations among young children due to Covid-19 have raised concerns, with hospital admissions in people under 18 rising fivefold since June. The rollout of pediatric vaccines has been complicated by factors such as cash flow challenges for pediatricians, low vaccination rates for children, and delayed distribution of vaccines to doctors participating in the CDC's Vaccines for Children program. Parents are frustrated by the lack of access and are calling for better communication and solutions to ensure the protection of their children.

via CNN|

#access-issues #children #covid-19-vaccines

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Navigating COVID Boosters, Winter Wave, and Seasonal Illnesses: What You Need to Know

COVID-19 booster shot appointments are being delayed due to limited availability and insurance coverage issues. The latest update to the vaccine, recommended for everyone 6 months and older, is hard to find in Utah and across the country. Some pharmacies have had to cancel appointments due to supply delays, while others are facing challenges in billing insurance companies that have yet to update their codes. The rollout of the new shots is discouraging those who want to get vaccinated and may provide an excuse for vaccine hesitancy. However, health experts emphasize the importance of getting vaccinated to protect against COVID-19 and urge people to take advantage of the vaccine once the supply and insurance issues are resolved.

via Deseret News|

#covid-19-booster-shots #health #insurance-issues