How States Are Prioritizing Limited Vaccine Supplies NPR's Michel Martin speaks with biomedical ethicist Ruth Faden of Johns Hopkins University about how states are determining their vaccination priorities given their limited supplies.
CDC Issues Sweeping New Mask Mandate For U.S. Travelers, Extends Eviction Moratorium The new travel order will require passengers to wear face coverings on nearly all forms of public transportation, including airplanes, ships, ferries, trains, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares. Jason Breslow
Salisbury Cathedral Organ Plays Majestic Music During Vaccinations NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Salisbury Cathedral's Director of Music David Halls about playing music for those getting vaccinated in the church.
No Floats, No Problem: How New Orleans Is Celebrating A Pandemic Mardi Gras NPR's Scott Simon talks with Mardi Gras parade organizer Devin De Wulf, whose organization, Krewe of Red Beans, is decorating locals homes as floats, and donating the money they earn to local artists.
Johnson & Johnson Executive Says Vaccine Works Where It Counts: Preventing Deaths Dr. Paul Stoffels, the chief scientific officer at Johnson & Johnson, tells NPR the company's vaccine is very effective where it matters most: preventing hospitalizations and deaths. Ailsa Chang
Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Using UV Light To Disinfect Stuff. Is That A Good Idea? Researchers are looking into several key points: Can UV light kill the COVID-19 virus and ... is it safe to use? Or might your eyes pay a price? Kristen Kendrick
Indonesia Excludes Older People From First Round Of COVID-19 Vaccine Indonesia's COVID-19 vaccine strategy focuses on inoculating young people and those of working age first. The most vulnerable group — older people — have to wait for the second round of vaccinations. Michael Sullivan
EU Authorizes AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine For People Over 18 "I expect the company to deliver the 400 million doses as agreed," said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Bill Chappell
A freezer breaks, and a mad scramble ensues to vaccinate hundreds of Seattleites overnight A freezer malfunction at Kaiser Permanente on Thursday led to an impromptu effort to vaccinate folks who could show up in the middle of the night. Esmy Jimenez
Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Is 66% Effective In Preventing Moderate To Severe COVID-19 The vaccine did better at preventing disease in this country – 72% — and less well in South Africa – 57% efficacy. The efficacy seen in Latin America was 66%. Scott Hensley