Overwhelmed, More States Turn to National Guard for Vaccine Help
At least 16 states and territories are using the National Guard to give shots, drawing on doctors, nurses, medics and other troops who are skilled in administering injections.
At least 16 states and territories are using the National Guard to give shots, drawing on doctors, nurses, medics and other troops who are skilled in administering injections.
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¿Deben retrasarse las segundas dosis? ¿Los adultos deberían recibir medias dosis? Los científicos reflexionan sobre diversos métodos para lograr que más personas reciban las vacunas.
Should second doses be delayed? Should most adults receive half-doses? Scientists are pondering ways to get more shots into more arms.
Health officials and hospitals are struggling with a lack of resources. Holiday staffing and saving doses for nursing homes are also contributing to delays.
Health officials and hospitals are struggling with a lack of resources. Holiday staffing and saving doses for nursing homes are also contributing to delays.
Three weeks from taking office, Joe Biden called vaccinating Americans “the greatest operational challenge we’ve ever faced as a nation” and offered a bleak assessment of the months ahead.
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Distributing supplies is a daunting logistical challenge, involving sophisticated tracking equipment, military contingencies and tight security.
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While no troops will be administering shots or dropping off doses, scores of Defense Department employees are involved in the effort.