CDC Votes to Resume Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
U.S. health authorities recommended the company resume its vaccinations after blood clot incidents
6 Destinations Everyone Is Visiting After Getting A COVID Vaccine
If you’re plotting your post-quarantine getaway, here are a few destinations that should be on your radar.
Joining The Fight: This Journalist Participated In A COVID-19 Vaccine Trial To Help Her Community Build Trust
Determined to be an example for her community, CNN correspondent Stephanie Elam volunteered for a COVID-19 vaccine trial.
Meet Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, The Viral Immunologist Who Co-Developed The Moderna Vaccine
Dr. Kizzmekia “Kizzy” Corbett is the secret sauce behind the scenes in the fight to end the global pandemic—and her work has changed the world.
New COVID-19 Vaccine Trials For Pregnant Women Have Started
Developers are now beginning trials for expectant mothers and results could come as soon as the fall.
Moderna Vaccine Co-Lead Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett Shares Her Journey
Dr. Corbett also spoke about her work serving as a reminder of how the intersection of health, science and race has changed for the better.
These Black Public Figures Said Yes To The COVID-19 Vaccine
Politicians, former pro athletes, television personalities and news anchors have volunteered to publicly receive doses.
Dr. Cheryl Pegus Breaks Down The Facts About Regular Check Ups, Vaccines & More
Dr. Pegus provides three crucial steps to take towards ensuring we're taking care of our insides while working on loving our bodies.
Hear Black Healthcare Experts Talk Fibroids, COVID Vaccines, Improving Sleep & More
Get a sneak peek at some of the conversations you won't want to miss during the first virtual ESSENCE Wellness House of 2021!
Angela Bassett Talks Filming '9-1-1' During COVID-19 And Why She'd Take The Vaccine
"I think I've seen enough individuals who haven't fallen out."
Angela Bassett on New Season of 9-1-1, COVID-19 and Chadwick Boseman
Angela Bassett talks upcoming season of 9-1-1 on FOX, Black Panther 2 and how she feels about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Pandemic Relief Deal Reached As Panel Recommends New Vaccine Priorities
People in the U.S. will soon receive $600 direct payments from the first relief package passed by Congress in nine months.
First Pfizer Vaccine Administered In NYC To Black Woman By Black Woman
Healthcare and nursing home workers among the first in the United States to get the newly approved COVID-19 vaccine Monday. The image of two Black women in New York captured the nation’s […]
Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Found Safe, Effective In FDA Analysis
As the FDA signals possible emergency use approval for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination, Black health professionals work to build trust and confidence in the process.
Black Healthcare Providers Organize To Build Trustworthiness Of COVID-19 Vaccine Process
Black doctors and nurses are teaming up to make sure communities have the information they need to make an informed decision.
Here's When A COVID-19 Vaccine Could Be Available
Two pharmaceutical companies have shared promising results regarding their respective vaccines.
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals CEO Says COVID-19 Vaccine Is 90% Effective
The vaccine uses mRNA, which uses genetic material to trick cells into producing a protein that emulates the virus.
2 HBCU Presidents Participated In COVID-19 Vaccine Trial
Dillard University President Walter Kimbrough and Xavier University President Reynold Verret spoke out about the importance of diversity in trials.
Experimental Coronavirus Vaccine Proves Promising For First People Tested
Early testing for an experimental coronavirus vaccine is offering a bit of good news amid a surge in the country's coronavirus cases.