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New CDC Guidelines, Vaccine Distribution

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Nurses draw shots of COVID-19 vaccine
From front, registered nurses Megan McLaughlin and Amy Wells join pharmacist Claudia Corona-Guevara in drawing shots of Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the pharmacy of National Jewish Hospital for distribution early Saturday, March 6, 2021, in east Denver. Volunteers worked with nurses and physicians from National Jewish to administer 2,500 vaccinations of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine that requires a single shot instead of two like the other vaccines. David Zalubowski/AP Photos

Starting March 29, state health authorities say people age 16 and older with underlying medical conditions may receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Plus, the CDC has new recommendations for those who are fully vaccinated. An infectious disease specialist explains.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Dr. Mary Beth Graham Guest

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