Kaiser begins COVID vaccine trials for children ages 5-11 in Oakland, Santa Clara
Kaiser Permanente officials announced Tuesday that they are expanding COVID-19 vaccine trials to include children ages 5-11 in Oakland, Santa Clara and Sacramento.
CDC eases some international travel recommendations for vaccinated Americans
The CDC updated its travel guidance this week to say vaccinated Americans can now travel with a lower COVID-19 risk to dozens of more countries.
Pfizer lowers COVID-19 vaccine dose for younger kids in next stage of trial
Pfizer has started testing its COVID-19 vaccine in a larger group of kids under 12 with lower dosages compared to older age groups.
'Joints for Jabs': Dispensaries in Washington can offer joints for vaccines
First, it was free beer. Then, it was the chance for cash and loads of other prizes. Now, it's “Joints for Jabs.”
Beware of 'Vax for the Win' California vaccine scams
People reported that scammers impersonating state officials contacted them by telephone, email, text messages and through social media, asking for fees and bank information.
Texas governor signs law prohibiting businesses from requiring vaccine passports
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a law that prohibits any business operating in Texas from requiring vaccine passports or any vaccine information.
Carnival restarting cruises for fully vaccinated passengers July 3 from Texas
Carnival Cruise Line confirmed plans to restart U.S. sailings from its Texas port as early as July 3 for those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Slowed COVID-19 vaccinations endanger Biden’s July 4 goal
Dangling everything from sports tickets to a free beer, President Biden is looking for that extra something — anything — that will get people to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 shots.
San Mateo County Fair kicks off with free admission for attendees who get the vaccine
The San Mateo County Fair kicked off on Saturday, drawing a huge crowd. The fair is offering free admission and other incentives to attendees who get vaccinated on site.
Richmond-based cannabis company selling products to vaccinated customers for one cent
A Richmond-based medical cannabis company announced this week that it will offer select product for one cent when customers show their valid COVID-19 vaccination card.
San Mateo County fair kicks off Saturday with free admission for those who get vaccinated on-site
The San Mateo County Fair kicks off on Saturday, featuring carnival rides, musical performances, food vendors and free entry for those who get vaccinated on site.
COVID-19 origin: Fauci urges China to release Wuhan lab medical records
Dr. Anthony Fauci said China should release the medical records of six lab workers — three of whom died — after entering a bat cave in 2012 and becoming ill in 2019.
United offers flight attendants extra pay, vacation for proof of COVID-19 vaccination
United Airlines announced it will offer flight attendants extra vacation days or pay for proof of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
1st drawing in California's lottery kicks off: Win up to $1.5M
California is one of several states trying to incentivize people still reluctant to get the COVID vaccine - with money.
California workplace rules: Masks required, unless everyone is vaccinated
California employees will soon be able to skip masks in the workplace, but only if every employee in the room is fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.
Side of sprinkles with your vaccination? One California ice cream shop is offering just that
Vaccinations are being offered with a side of sprinkles at Wicked Slush in Healdsburg.
Free beer, other new incentives for Biden's 'month of action' ahead of July 4 goal
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a “month of action” to urge more Americans to get vaccinated before the July 4 holiday, including a number of new incentives and steps to ease barriers.
NIH testing effectiveness, safety of mixing COVID-19 vaccines with potential boosters
The National Institute of Health has begun clinical trials for patients who have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and giving them a different third booster shot to test the effectiveness and safety of mixing vaccines.
Despite vaccines, nursing homes struggle with outbreaks
Jeannie Wells had hoped that regular visits would resume at her elderly mother’s New York nursing home once all the residents were fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
New Mexico offers $5 million in COVID-19 vaccine prize, the country's largest reward
New Mexico bet big Tuesday that cash can persuade people to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, offering the largest single cash prize among the growing number of states staging lotteries to promote inoculations.