Discussed in this episode:
- After considering reams of data, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has recommended another round of COVID vaccination in the spring for people who are older or more-vulnerable for other reasons.
- The federal government has started to put some significant money into the development of next-generation COVID vaccines, including nasal sprays that may prove better at preventing infection (injectable vaccines are quite effective at preventing hospitalization and death, but their effectiveness against developing any infection at all wanes quickly).
- Anti-vax icon RFK Jr. says he’ll be part of Donald Trump’s transition team, vetting agency appointments.
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