Pfizer starts process for full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine

Pfizer is the first drug maker to start the process of getting full regulatory approval from the FDA for its COVID-19 vaccine.

Senior CDC official who issued early warnings about COVID-19 resigns

In February of 2020, Dr. Nancy Messonnier warned the nation of a potential pandemic, suggesting that social distancing measures should be put into place for schools and businesses.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine effective against worrisome coronavirus variants, studies find

The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine was found to be highly effective at protecting against infection, severe disease and death in two new studies published this week out of Israel and Qatar.

Quick COVID-19 shots available at Galleria Dallas this weekend

A vaccine clinic will be set up at the Galleria Dallas across from the mall’s ice skating rink on both Friday and Saturday.

COVID-19 vaccine boosters likely needed every 9 to 12 months, Moderna president says

Moderna’s CEO said the coronavirus is “not going away,” and the president of the company said its vaccine will likely require a booster shot within a year.

First Baptist Dallas to host COVID-19 vaccination clinic after Sunday services in mid-May

The church, led by Dr. Robert Jeffress, is offering church members a chance to get the shot on May 16 and is a direct effort to address vaccine hesitancy among some of its congregation.

Pfizer, BioNtech donating vaccines for Olympic athletes

Vaccine developers Pfizer and BioNTech are donating doses to inoculate athletes and officials preparing for the Tokyo Olympics.

Cowboys great Drew Pearson honored by the Texas Legislature

Drew Pearson is part of a nationwide effort to ensure access to vaccines. He was honored Wednesday for his efforts to help convince Texans that the shots are safe and effective.

National Nurses Week: Restaurants, brands offer freebies and discounts

As America inches toward recovery amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, take some time during National Nurses Week to show appreciation and share these freebies and discounts with your favorite nurse.

Vaccine site opens at UT Arlington to promote shot among young adults

From the federal to the local level, one of the main COVID vaccine strategies is convenience, especially when it comes to vaccinating young adults. That’s one of the goals for Tarrant County’s newest vaccine site on the UT Arlington campus.

NFL giving away Super Bowl LVI tickets to 50 fans vaccinated for COVID-19

Want a free ticket to the 2022 Super Bowl? You could snag one of 50 that the NFL is giving away for free — if you’re vaccinated against COVID-19.

CVS now accepting walk-in COVID-19 appointments

If you want a COVID-19 vaccine, you can walk into CVS without an appointment and request one, according to the pharmacy chain.

COVID-19 toll in US projected to drop this summer, but variants could set back progress

Teams of experts are projecting that COVID-19′s toll on the U.S. will wane dramatically by the end of July, but warn variants are a “wild card” that could set back progress.

WHO: More COVID-19 cases reported globally in past 2 weeks than in 1st 6 months of pandemic

WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said more cases of COVID-19 have been reported globally in the past two weeks than in the first six months of the pandemic.

‘It’s not fair’ to become COVID-19 ‘incubator’: Bill Nye slams anti-vaxxers

Bill Nye castigated Americans who are refusing to get a COVID-19 vaccine, saying “it’s not fair” for them to become an “incubator for a variant” and infect others.

Biden’s new goal: 70% in US with at least 1 dose, 160M fully vaccinated by July 4

President Joe Biden announced a new target of 70% of American adults receiving at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, and 160 million fully vaccinated, by the Fourth of July.

Walmart, Sam's Club offering walk-up COVID-19 vaccines

Walmart and Sam's Club will allow walk-ups to receive COVID-19 vaccinations with a pre-scheduled appointment.