The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is not changing the definition of "fully vaccinated," but is instead "pivoting the language" to get …
The Definition of 'Fully Vaccinated' Could Soon Change
In some parts of the U.S., being fully vaccinated is a requirement to enter a venue, restaurant, sports arena or another business. But as COVID-19 continues to spread, the definition of "fully vaccinated" — you've received your primary doses — could change as more shots are needed. All eyes are now on the CDC to see if new guidance will be issued.
Adding One More Shot to the Mix
A redefinition of what it means to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 is certainly "on the table," Dr. Anthony Fauci said Friday. Speaking to CNBC's …

CNN — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention might consider redefining what it means to be “fully vaccinated” against Covid-19 to include a third dose of vaccine – but the question is when the definition could change. Such a change is “on the table and open for discussion,” Dr. Anthony …
Three studies released Friday by the CDC underscore the importance of a third dose to help keep Covid-19 patients out of the hospital. A booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine significantly reduces a person's odds of hospitalization from the omicron variant, new research released Friday by the Centers …
Two years ago, the C.D.C. confirmed the first domestic case of coronavirus. At the beginning of 2020, as the nation celebrated the start of a new …
Welcome to COVID Questions, TIME’s advice column. We’re trying to make living through the pandemic a little easier, with expert-backed answers to your toughest coronavirus-related dilemmas. While we can’t and don’t offer medical advice—those questions should go to your doctor—we hope this column …
A debate is emerging around what it means to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as some state and local officials push to change the definition to …
The question of what fully vaccinated means might be changing as booster shots are becoming more important. More data, and new policies, are emerging in the U.S. and around the world. RACHEL MARTIN, HOST: What does it take to be considered fully vaccinated at this point - one shot, two shots, …
Who’s “fully vaccinated” against Covid-19 — and who’s not — is starting to get a lot more complicated. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …
Gov. David Ige said the new rule wouldn't go into effect for at least two weeks. Hawaii may require visitors to the state to have received a COVID-19 …
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