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Idaho lawmakers look for ways to nullify vaccine mandates

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Idaho lawmakers look for ways to nullify vaccine mandates

Vaccine

FDA backs Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for seniors, high-risk

The ruling represents a drastically scaled back version of the Biden administration’s sweeping plan to give third doses to nearly all American adults.
Coronavirus

No, the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine dosage is not the same for kids ages 5 to 11 as it is for adults

Pfizer said its trial showed a smaller dose was safe and effective for young children. The data still has to be submitted to the FDA for review.
Coronavirus

Latest Idaho COVID-19 case and vaccine numbers: Interactive graphs and maps tracking the pandemic

Get daily updates and everything you need to know about COVID-19 and the latest vaccine numbers in Idaho.
Vaccine

Yes, an Israeli study did find natural immunity is effective in fighting COVID-19, but health experts still recommend vaccination

An Israeli study found the best protection against COVID-19 is getting vaccinated and having natural immunity. But vaccines are still effective and less dangerous.
Coronavirus

Amid surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Little to give Idaho hospitals $10 million in relief funds

The $10 million is "to address the growing needs in Idaho hospitals, primary and urgent care clinics, and skilled nursing facilities due to the recent surge."
Immigration

No, migrants in immigrant detention facilities are not required to get the COVID-19 vaccine

Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it “cannot force individuals in detention to be vaccinated” but does encourage vaccinations.
Vaccine

J&J: Booster dose of its COVID shot prompts strong response

Johnson & Johnson said that when a booster shot was given after two months, "antibody levels rose to four to six times higher than observed after the single shot."
VERIFY

Vaccine mandates for K-12 school staff in Oregon and Washington are among the strictest in the country

The KGW Verify team found nine states with COVID vaccine rules for educators, but most allow staff to submit to regular testing, while Oregon and Washington do not.
Politics

A group of state lawmakers plan to take up vaccine mandates at their next meeting on Wednesday

The meeting announced Monday is a potential avenue to reconvening the Legislature.
Vaccine

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11

Pfizer studied a lower dose of its two-shot COVID-19 vaccine in more than 2,200 kindergartners and elementary school-aged kids.
Coronavirus

Biden easing foreign travel restrictions, requiring vaccines

Starting in November, foreign travelers flying to the U.S. will need to demonstrate proof of vaccination, as well as a negative COVID test within 3 days of flying.

New push in Congress to expand nuclear radiation compensation in western US

Canyon County doctor's plea for more vaccinations: 'It is about keeping families from being torn apart'

Sunshine continues with warmer temperatures for the weekend

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Idaho lawmakers look for ways to nullify vaccine mandates

FDA backs Pfizer COVID-19 boosters for seniors, high-risk

No, the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine dosage is not the same for kids ages 5 to 11 as it is for adults

Latest Idaho COVID-19 case and vaccine numbers: Interactive graphs and maps tracking the pandemic

Yes, an Israeli study did find natural immunity is effective in fighting COVID-19, but health experts still recommend vaccination

Amid surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, Gov. Little to give Idaho hospitals $10 million in relief funds

No, migrants in immigrant detention facilities are not required to get the COVID-19 vaccine

J&J: Booster dose of its COVID shot prompts strong response

Vaccine mandates for K-12 school staff in Oregon and Washington are among the strictest in the country

A group of state lawmakers plan to take up vaccine mandates at their next meeting on Wednesday

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11

Biden easing foreign travel restrictions, requiring vaccines

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