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August 27, 2021
Medical professionals are again urging broad vaccination among Americans who have been waiting for full licensure of COVID-19 vaccines. On August 23, 2021, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first COVID-19 vaccine in the United States. The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine is approved for individuals 16 years of age and older to help prevent COVID-19 disease.
March 26, 2021
All Utahns 16 years and older are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine in Utah. University of Utah Health encourages everyone to get vaccinated to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and bring an end to the pandemic. All COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective at preventing serious illness from COVID-19, including hospitalization and death.
February 26, 2021
Many people are gearing up to get the COVID-19 vaccine. It’s one of the most important ways we can protect ourselves and help get our communities back to normal. Concerned about minor side effects of the vaccine, some people are taking pain relievers before getting vaccinated.
February 23, 2021
Getting vaccinated for COVID-19 is a big step toward protecting yourself, your family, and your friends from the virus that causes this potentially deadly disease. But as well as the vaccine works, we still have a long way to go before we can shop, socialize, and travel without using face masks and practicing social distancing. Here are a few reasons why.
December 09, 2020
University of Utah Health is preparing to receive and distribute COVID-19 vaccines while the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). The vaccines will be rolled out in phases and provided based on availability.
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