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Gov. Kathy Hochul, saying she is very concerned with the higher rate of transmission of COVID-19 in Western New York and other upstate regions, is expanding eligibility for booster shots to any adult in a high-transmission area who feels that they need one.
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The University at Buffalo's Dr. Nancy Nielsen examines the high COVID rates in Erie County.
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New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is offering incentives for children aged 5-11 years old to get vaccinated, offering entry to a drawing for free college tuition to a public university for those who get their shots in the next few weeks.
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Large employers officially have until January to ensure all their employees are vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to regular testing.
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New York’s state prisons are encouraging inmates to get the COVID-19 vaccine — and they’re offering up a side of fries with that.
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Dr. Nancy Nielsen discusses booster shots for those previously vaccinated against COVID-19.
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A COVID-19 vaccine mandate for children attending schools in New York is still on the table, but isn’t being considered immediately by the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Wednesday.
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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said his government has reached a deal with the drug maker Pfizer to deliver a COVID-19 vaccine for kids, once it’s approved by Health Canada. The deal comes as Canada approved a standardized proof of vaccination, or vaccine passport.
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New York state will have to temporarily continue to allow religious exemptions for health care workers who say their faith prevents them from getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Hospice and home healthcare workers in New York have to get the COVID-19 vaccine by Thursday or face termination. The state's vaccination requirement is also now expanded to workers at mental health facilities. Their deadline is November.