FDA issues emergency use authorization for new monkeypox vax protocol
A go-ahead is expected soon to start administering the vaccine in a different way, by stretching out doses.
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A go-ahead is expected soon to start administering the vaccine in a different way, by stretching out doses.
There is a new protocol for monkeypox vaccines. The Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization allowing health care providers to change how the vaccine is administered. CBS2's Dave Carlin reports.
New York is approaching 2,000 cases.
The president declared monkeypox a nationwide health emergency as cases increase rapidly.
With the United States accounting for more infections from monkeypox virus than any other country in the world, researchers are studying a proposed new protocol. As CBS2's Dave Carlin reports, it would split vaccine doses with the intention of getting shots to more people.
The decision frees up money for staffing, and for evaluating and developing vaccines, but some say it's too late, CBS2's John Dias reports.
It comes as cases are growing in New York City and across the country. CBS2's John Dias has the latest.
The United States now has more infections than any other country in the world, and New York City is epicenter.
Monkeypox is now officially a public health emergency across the country, but as CBS2's Alecia Reid reports, some say President Biden's declaration may not make enough of a difference as demand for vaccines soars.
The Biden administration has declared a public health emergency on the monkeypox outbreak. The U.S. now has more infections than any other country in the world, and as CBS2's Dick Brennan reports, New York City is epicenter.
The city will also be opening additional clinics throughout the five boroughs.
The next round of monkeypox vaccine appointments in New York City will go online Thursday, the health department says.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that New York City will receive 32,000 doses of the monkeypox vaccine in the first of three additional installments in the coming weeks.
It's estimated that some 150,000 people in New York could be at high risk for monkeypox.
With monkeypox spreading and many still struggling to get a vaccine, the question is how can you stay safe? CBS2's Dick Brennan has some answers.
GMHC is advising the LGBTQ+ community to be aware but not to panic about monkeypox.
The numbers are troubling, and experts say vaccine delays will only allow the virus to spread more.
Of the 5,000 or so cases nationwide, about 25 percent are in New York. CBS2's Jessica Moore has the story.
Leaders across the Tri-State Area are scrambling to secure more vaccines while also reassuring people that the situation is under control, CBS2's Jessica Moore reports.
New York City and State have both declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency. As CBS2's Elijah Westbrook reports, experts say vaccine delays will only allow the virus to spread more.
A day after NYC declared a public health emergency, thousands were back out trying to get the vaccine on Sunday.
Experts say delays containing the outbreak will only allow the virus to spread. CBS2's Elijah Westbrook has the latest.
Some experts fear if things don't change, the country will make the same mistakes it made during the vaccine rollout for COVID-19. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
This as New Yorkers are searching all over for the vaccine. CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
The governor announced a disaster emergency Friday night, which will allow for increased access to vaccine doses.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
Luigi Mangione appeared in a Manhattan courtroom Friday in the state's case against him for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture centennial anniversary began last year, and 2026 marks 100 years since the library became owner of its namesake's personal collection, making it a full-fledged research center.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
New Jersey officials and union workers will be calling for the Trump Administration to resume federal funding of the Gateway Tunnel Project. Construction is set to stop Friday after the money for the project runs out.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
Bundle up — New York City and the Tri-State Area's stretch of dangerously cold weather continues, and it's sticking around longer than anyone would like.
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Forecasters are watching for a chance of snow this weekend in New York and New Jersey as harsh winter weather conditions continue.
The First Alert Weather Team is tracking a storm that could bring snow to the New York and New Jersey area. Frigid temperatures will last throughout the week.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
New Jersey officials and union workers will be calling for the Trump Administration to resume federal funding of the Gateway Tunnel Project. Construction is set to stop Friday after the money for the project runs out.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
A Long Island man accused of driving drunk and killing a Nassau County police officer appeared in court Friday. Matthew Smith entered a not guilty plea.
The entire Tri-State Area will be under an Extreme Cold Warning as dangerously cold temperatures settle in, along with some snow.
The goal is to get patients drunk and high at a new research lab on the border of Nassau County and Queens.
The Patchogue-Medford School District said in a letter that the Suffolk County Department of Health alerted them about an infectious person in the school community.
Parts of New York and Connecticut could see snow Friday into Saturday. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect for the weekend due to dangerously cold temperatures.
New York City and the Tri-State Area are preparing for what is expected to be the coldest weather of the season so far this weekend.
The Democratic primary race for the Congressional seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill is too close to call.
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A flooded manhole has turned a loading dock into an ice rink in Queens.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
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