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Who Gets The Vaccine First? And How Will They Get It?

Who Gets The Vaccine First? And How Will They Get It?

FromShort Wave


Who Gets The Vaccine First? And How Will They Get It?

FromShort Wave

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Length:
10 minutes
Released:
Nov 16, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Developing a safe and effective coronavirus vaccine will be crucial to getting the pandemic under control. Also important, distributing it throughout the country once it's been approved. NPR science reporter Pien Huang tells us which high risk groups will get it first, how the vaccine will be distributed (including some challenges), and who's footing the bill for all of this.Email the show at shortwave@npr.org.
Released:
Nov 16, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode

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New discoveries, everyday mysteries, and the science behind the headlines — all in about 10 minutes, every weekday. It's science for everyone, using a lot of creativity and a little humor. Join host Maddie Sofia for science on a different wavelength.