Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection
Moderna says its experimental COVID-19 vaccine that combines its original shot with protection against the omicron variant appears to work.
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Will COVID Vaccines For Young Kids Make A Difference? Dr. Mallika Marshall Answers Your Questions
If we have a vaccine that could potentially protect millions of children, that can have a large public health impact, according to Dr. Mallika Marshall.
Moderna Seeks Emergency Use Authorization For COVID Vaccine For Kids 5 And Under
No Covid-19 vaccines have been authorized for children younger than 5 in the US -- about 18 million people.
FDA Authorizes Second COVID Vaccine Booster Shots For Adults Age 50 And Older
The US Food and Drug Administration has expanded the emergency use authorization of the Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccines to allow adults age 50 and older.
Moderna Says Its Low-Dose COVID Vaccine Works For Kids Under 6
Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine works in babies, toddlers and preschoolers the company announced Wednesday -- and if regulators agree it could mean a chance to finally start vaccinating the littlest kids by summer.
Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Gets Full Approval From FDA
Full approval means the FDA has completed the same rigorous, time-consuming review for Moderna's shot as dozens of other long-established vaccines.
Moderna Starts Testing Omicron-Specific Booster Dose
Moderna said it expects to enroll about 600 people in the study, which will take place at up to 24 sites in the U.S.
Fire Damages Part Of Roof At Moderna's Facility In Norwood
There was a fire at Moderna's facility in Norwood Wednesday morning.
Moderna Plans To Have Combination COVID Booster, Flu Vaccine Ready By Fall 2023
Moderna is planning to have a combination COVID and flu vaccine ready for next year.
Moderna Says Current Booster Dose Is Effective Against Omicron Variant
Moderna announced Monday that preliminary data suggests its half-dose booster shot increased antibody levels against Omicron compared with the levels seen when a fully vaccinated person does not receive a booster.
Moderna Seeks To Develop Variant-Specific Boosters For COVID-19 Mutations Like Omicron
Moderna said it has been able to advance additional boosters to clinical testing in 60-90 days.
FDA Authorizes Moderna, Pfizer COVID Booster Shots For All Adults
The FDA on Friday authorized Moderna and Pfizer's COVID vaccine booster shots for all adults 18 and older.
COVID Booster Shots Now Available For Anyone 18 Or Older In Massachusetts
Massachusetts is opening up COVID booster shots to any fully vaccinated resident age 18 or older, effective immediately.
Moderna Warns COVID Vaccine Shipments Are Falling Short: 'The Supply Chain Became More Complex'
Moderna said it is dealing with production and shipment issues that will push some of its deliveries back to 2022.
FDA Reviewing International Data Before Approving Moderna Vaccine For Teens Due To Myocarditis Concerns
The FDA is reportedly reviewing more international data before making a decision on whether to greenlight the vaccine in kids ages 12 to 17.
Moderna Says FDA Delaying Decision On Its COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids 12-17
The FDA is delaying their decision on Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for 12- to 17-year-olds while they study the rare risk of heart inflammation.
Moderna Says Its COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids 6-11 Has 'Strong Immune Response'
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 to 11 has a "strong immune response" one month after the second dose.
CDC Advisers Vote To Recommend Booster Doses Of Moderna, Johnson And Johnson Vaccines
Vaccine advisers to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention voted on Thursday to recommend booster doses of both Moderna's and Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccines.
Moderna, Johnson And Johnson Booster Shots Get FDA Approval
The Food and Drug Administration authorized Moderna and Johnson and Johnson booster shots Wednesday, the next step in making them a reality. The FDA also said that mixing and matching vaccines is safe.
FDA Authorizes Mixing COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots
The Food and Drug Administration is going to let you mix and match Covid-19 vaccine booster shots.
When Will Moderna's COVID Vaccine Booster Shot Be Available? Here's What Happens Next
An FDA panel voted "yes" on recommending a third dose of the Moderna vaccine. Dr. Mallika Marshall explains what comes next in the process.
FDA Panel Endorses Lower-Dose Moderna COVID Shot For Booster
U.S. health advisers said Thursday that some Americans who received Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine should get a half-dose booster to bolster protection against the virus.
New COVID Vaccination Clinics Open As FDA Advisory Group Endorses Moderna Boosters
On the same day an FDA advisory committee recommended Moderna booster shots for vulnerable populations, a new clinic opened in Lowell.
Moderna's Vaccine Is Most Effective Against COVID Hospitalization, But Pfizer And J&J Also Protect Well, CDC-Led Study Says
Pfizer's vaccine provided 88% protection against hospitalization, and Moderna's was 93% effective.
Moderna Working On Combination COVID-19 Booster And Flu Shot
Cambridge-based Moderna is working on a booster shot that also protects against the flu.
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I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
Traffic deaths have surged in Massachusetts, report finds
New research shows traffic deaths have surged in Massachusetts in recent years.
Esplanade swans euthanized after showing bird flu symptoms
Multiple calls were made to animal control Monday about sick swans.
Sprinkler system credited with saving classic cars during Ipswich fire
Fire officials in Ipswich are crediting a business's sprinkler system for saving hundreds of thousands of dollars of classic cars.
Driver of Red Line train that dragged man to death suspended
A spokesperson for the MBTA said the change from paid leave to unpaid leave is the result of a rules violation.
Non-profit provides summer camp for kids battling cancer
"We thought, wouldn't it be so cool if there was a camp just for kids affected by cancer right here in Massachusetts."
Beachgoers taking shark warnings seriously on Cape Cod
Tourists are being drawn to Cape Cod towns like Chatham because of the shark activity.
Museum of Fine Arts agrees to first union contract with workers
The deal is the first since museum workers voted to join a union in November 2020.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
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I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
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Traffic deaths have surged in Massachusetts, report finds
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Esplanade swans euthanized after showing bird flu symptoms
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Sprinkler system credited with saving classic cars during Ipswich fire
Fire officials in Ipswich are crediting a business's sprinkler system for saving hundreds of thousands of dollars of classic cars.
Driver of Red Line train that dragged man to death suspended
A spokesperson for the MBTA said the change from paid leave to unpaid leave is the result of a rules violation.
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Massachusetts reports 1,529 new COVID cases, 17 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.74%.
Study shows gas stoves could be leaking toxic chemicals
Researchers say some stoves are leaking unburned gas at low levels that could be toxic when released into the air.
Massachusetts reports 8 additional COVID deaths over 3 days, 1,319 new cases
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.63%.
Massachusetts reports 3,491 new COVID cases over 3 days, 9 additional deaths
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is now 5.37%.
Newest Omicron subvariants infecting people who should have immunity
That said, the vaccines still provide significant protection against severe disease.
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Cleanup complete at Chelsea hazardous debris pile
Efforts to clean up a toxic pile of debris in Chelsea are now complete.
I-Team: The problem behind Boston's unsolved murders
Unsolved murders are a growing concern nationwide.
I-Team: What happened to Debbie Melo?
Debbie Melo has now been missing for 22 years. Detectives say her husband has never been ruled out as a suspect.
I-Team: Teen accidentally shot himself in head running from police
A teen is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the head while running from police, according to I-Team sources.
I-Team: Mother blames son's death on negligence of Watertown facility
A Watertown facility is facing new allegations from a Braintree mother who says her quadriplegic son died as a result of the home's negligence.
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Keller @ Large: NATO expansion may add strain to relations with Russia
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization is officially expanding, as Finland and Sweden are about to become full members.
Keller: State treasurer says Massachusetts should consider suspending gas tax
There is a difference of opinion on the possibility of suspending the gas tax, but treasurer Deb Goldberg said the state has the money to do it.
Keller: Supreme Court decision a reminder that not voting has consequences
Jon says the long-term impact of the court's ruling will be to remind apathetic voters that inaction has consequences.
Keller: Ads claim Congress will "break" Amazon Prime 2-day delivery
Have you seen those TV ads warning that Congress is poised to "break" the popular Amazon Prime two-day delivery service?
Will Massachusetts lawmakers finally find a sports betting solution?
The countdown is on as Massachusetts lawmakers enter the final six weeks of the legislative session. So will sports betting finally make it across the finish line?
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Bed Bath & Beyond accused of turning off AC in stores
A new report from Bank of America claims the company has cut air conditioning in an effort to lower expenses.
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Gourmet Dumpling House set to close in Chinatown
Gourmet Dumpling House in Chinatown is about to close after 15 years.
Massachusetts-based Marathon Sports is being sold
Stores will continue to use the "Marathon Sports" branding.
Stocks falling, but economist says it's 'too soon to panic'
Stocks are falling, interest rates are rising and prices are skyrocketing, but an economist says it's too soon to panic.
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
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Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
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Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
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Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
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Reliever or Starter? Red Sox discussing Garrett Whitlock's role
The Red Sox need some help in the bullpen, and are discussing if Garrett Whitlock will return as a reliever or starter.
Nesmith planning on joining Celtics' Summer League roster
Aaron Nesmith will get another crack at lighting things up in Las Vegas this summer.
Celtics reportedly turned down Knicks trade for Alec Burks
The Knicks offered Alec Burks to the Celtics for the team's biggest TPE, but it sounds like Boston is setting its sights on someone bigger.
Celtics linked to T.J. Warren, Danilo Gallinari
The Celtics' offseason focus is beginning to take shape, with a pair of veteran free agents reportedly linked to the Eastern Conference champs.
Report: Bruins interview Mike Vellucci for head coaching job
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Stone Zoo announces birth of baby porcupette
The baby's soft quills will harden over time
New Hampshire distillery turning invasive green crabs into whiskey
A New Hampshire distillery has come up with its newest concoction called "Crab Trapper" — whiskey flavored with invasive green crabs.
Black fly season in Maine is lasting longer
Maine's season for black flies appears to be taking up more of the year.
'Huge' great white shark spotted from boat in Cape Cod Bay
A boat was pulling lobster traps in when people on board spotted a big shark.
WATCH: Connecticut woman finds bear inside her house
A Connecticut woman came home this week to find a bear in her kitchen.