Pfizer CEO says third dose of vaccine 'likely' needed within 1 year
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant Pfizer said during a televised interview Thursday that people will "likely" need a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
AdventHealth treating more COVID-19 longhaulers
AdventHealth is treating patients who are COVID-19 longhaulers. Those are people who are still dealing with coronavirus symptoms long after they were diagnosed with the virus.
6,762 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Thursday; 74 new deaths
The Florida Health Department of Health reported 6,762 new coronavirus cases and 74 additional deaths on Thursday.
Florida to receive more Pfizer and Moderna vaccines next week
While Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccines are on hold across the state, FOX 35 News has learned that Florida will receive more doses of the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines next week.
Florida reports 6,772 new COVID cases on Wednesday, 44 additional deaths
The Florida Health Department of Health reported 6,772 new coronavirus cases and 44 additional deaths on Wednesday.
Combatting vaccine hesitation
Vaccine hesitancy was already a concern for officials and health experts. Now, some worry that with news of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine being investigated for possibly causing blood clots, even more people will be hesitant to get vaccinated.
Florida follows recommended 'pause' on Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Governor Ron DeSantis said the state will follow the CDC recommendation that usage of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine be paused because of blood clot cases. Publix Pharmacies, CVS and others are following the recommendation as well.
Johnson & Johnson rollout paused
On Tuesday, U.S. officials recommended a pause on the use of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in order to investigate U.S. reports of a rare type of blood clot following vaccination.
FEMA site closes after Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's COVID-19 vaccine site at Valencia College in Orange County paused distribution of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. Some expressed frustration while many were actually relieved.
Florida adds 9,068 new coronavirus cases, 64 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 9,068 new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday, along with 64 additional deaths.
Florida Senators introduce 'CRUISE Act' to revoke CDC's no-sail order
The act would reportedly revoke the CDC's current no-sail order on cruises and require the agency to provide guidance for cruises to resume safely.
Port employees getting access to coronavirus vaccine
The CEO of Victory Cruise Casino says the company is doing its part to get coronavirus vaccine shots in arms for all port employees. The company is giving out Moderna vaccines to employees, thanks to a partnership with Rockledge Regional Medical Hospital.
Orange County begins mobile COVID-19 vaccine program
Orange County opened a new mobile COVID-19 vaccination site on Monday. Staff started administering the Pfizer vaccine to people 16 and older at Barber Park at 9 a.m.
FEMA opens application period for COVID-19 funeral funds
People can apply for financial help for funeral expenses from coronavirus deaths through the Federal Emergency Management Agency's COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program.
Publix reopens portal for vaccine appointments on Monday
Those booking on Monday will receive the two-dose Moderna vaccine.
Orlando FEMA vaccine site reopens Monday after severe weather
The Orlando FEMA vaccine site is still reportedly expected to get 3,000 doses of Johnson & Johnson every day until the end of May.
Florida adds 5,558 new cases of coronavirus, 7 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 5,558 new coronavirus cases and seven additional deaths on Sunday.
Florida adds 6,817 new cases of coronavirus, 46 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 6,817 new cases of coronavirus and 46 additional deaths on Saturday.
Pfizer requests FDA clearance for its COVID-19 vaccine in kids ages 12 to 15
Pfizer-BioNTech on Friday requested to expand the emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine in the United States for older children ages 12 to 15.
Florida adds 7,121 new coronavirus cases, 62 additional deaths
The Florida Department of Health reported 7,121 new coronavirus cases on Friday, along with 62 additional deaths.