Kids and Covid

Kids and Covid

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The presumptive Democratic Senate nominee from Maine on his controversies, contradictions and pitch for radical change. Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.com Watch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcast For transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinter ...  Show more

Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak

Inside a hospital in Nebraska, 16 Americans who may have been exposed to the hantavirus have begun an unusually long quarantine. In some cases, it will last up to 42 days. Apoorva Mandavilli, who covers global health for The New York Times, explains what is known about the deadly ...  Show more

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Do children need the Covid-19 vaccine?
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There's been an ongoing debate over whether children should be vaccinated against Covid-19. Many countries have already begun inoculating those aged 12 and over.  Some experts say that vaccinating the young is necessary for a return to normal life and for kids to get back to ...

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Vaccines for kids and silver linings: Our second COVID summer
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Adults around the world are getting vaccinated against the coronavirus, and now, in a handful of countries (including the U.S.) kids over 12 can get vaccinated too. We hear from a 13-year-old who participated in a clinical trial for a vaccine and get tips for how to navigate the ...  Show more

Is it fair to wait to reopen until kids are vaccinated?
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As Australia's vaccine rollout continues to grow, and more people get the opportunity to be vaccinated, attention is turning to those who can't. From the 13th September, kids aged 12-15 can get their jab. But many are wondering when - or if - children younger than that may get th ...  Show more

When will I know when I can go and get a vaccine?
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As the coronavirus vaccine rollout continues across the country, it's left many wondering when it'll be their chance to go and get a shot. So far, there hasn't been a huge amount of specific information released as to when larger groups of Australians will be vaccinated. So on to ...  Show more