Covid-19 immunizations in the U.S. could start before the end of 2020.
Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration meet this week to assess the safety and effectiveness of two Covid-19 vaccines. This is a major step toward approval and distribution of the drugs. The first Americans, mostly health care workers, could start to receive the shots before the end of 2020. But public health officials warn it will take months before doses become widely available.
There will also be enormous hurdles to overcome along the way with distribution, but also convincing the public that this vaccine is safe.
Diane asked virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen on the podcast to address some of those questions safety questions and clarify how the vaccine works. Dr. Rasmussen is an affiliate at the Georgetown Center for Global Health Science and Security.
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Menopause. Once a taboo topic, the "m" word is having a moment – among celebrities, in the media, and in Washington, where President Biden recently signed an order that supports research into women's health. Dr. Sharon Malone says it's about time, and explains why understanding "the change" is critical for a woman's ability to get – and stay -- healthy.
Donald Trump regularly ends his rallies with prayer. He has repeatedly compared himself to Jesus. And last week he started selling a version of the Bible. Robert P. Jones of the Public Religion Research Institute weighs in on Trump’s growing embrace of Christianity.
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