Vaccination
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COVID-19 vaccination leave available for employees accompanying children to get vaccinated
All benefits-eligible staff members, whether working remotely or on campus, can use COVID-19 Vaccination Leave when accompanying their children to get vaccinated. Read MoreNov 10, 2021
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Ask an Expert: Why do breakthroughs occur among vaccinated people?
Charles Sanders, associate dean for research and professor of biochemistry and medicine, describes how breakthrough infections occur even for those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Read MoreSep 20, 2021
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Ask an Expert: What’s the difference between a third dose and booster shot?
Charles Sanders, associate dean for research and professor of biochemistry and medicine, explains the similarities and differences between the “third dose” and “booster” vaccinations for COVID-19. Read MoreSep 20, 2021
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Grant to Help Improve Flu Vaccines
Vanderbilt researchers have received a five-year, $9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to design more effective flu vaccines and novel antibody therapies. Read MoreJul 31, 2015
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High-Dose Flu Vaccine More Effective in Elderly
High-dose influenza vaccine is 24 percent more effective than the standard-dose vaccine in protecting persons ages 65 and over against influenza illness and its complications. Read MoreDec 23, 2014