Food Drug Administration

Vaccines For Those Under 12 Could Come Before End Of Year, Says CDC Head

Dr. Rochelle Walensky's timeline update comes shortly after new pediatric coronavirus cases hit a record high.
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Extra COVID Vaccine OK'd For Those With Weak Immune Systems

The announcement applies to several million Americans who are especially vulnerable because of organ transplants, certain cancers or other disorders.
By By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MATTHEW PERRONE, AP NEWS

United Becomes First Major Airline To Require Employee Vaccination

The company says the bulk of its workers have already received their shots.
By David Koenig, AP

FDA Working On Booster Vaccine Strategy, Could Release Next Month: Report

Vaccines provide lasting protection against severe cases of COVID-19 but studies show their effectiveness can diminish over time.
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Former FDA Chief Says COVID-19 Variant May Cause Surge In States With Low Vaccination

“We need to think about a different vaccine delivery strategy to get the people who are still reluctant or who still face challenges," Dr. Scott Gottlieb said Sunday.
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FDA Adviser Quits Over 'Probably The Worst' Approval Decision Of Alzheimer's Drug

The controversial drug, called Aduhelm, costs $56,000 a year and some patients could face copayments of $11,500 annually.
By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR and MATTHEW PERRONE, AP

Johnson & Johnson Doses At Risk Of Expiring As FDA Mulls Extension

The FDA's decision to pause distribution of the one-dose vaccine is credited with damaging its reputation among Americans.
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