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WASHINGTON, DC - This spring as Covid-19 vaccines become more available and people resume some of their favorite activities, the American Red Cross is reminding the public that the need for blood remains. Healthy individuals are encouraged to make a blood donation appointment now.

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WASHINGTON, DC - The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines appear to be safe for pregnant women after an early analysis of COVID-19 vaccine data found no evidence of serious risks.

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WASHINGTON, DC - COVID-19 hospitalizations among older Americans have plunged 80% since the start of the year, dramatic proof the vaccination campaign is working.

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CHARLESTON, WV - The state Department of Health and Human Resources reported 400 new cases of COVID-19 Thursday along with eight additional deaths.

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CHARLESTON, WV - After two consecutive years of decreases, preliminary data show at least 1,275 West Virginians died of fatal overdoses in 2020, setting a new morbidity record for the state often called the epicenter of the national drug crisis.

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NEW YORK, NY - How long does protection from COVID-19 vaccines last?

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WASHINGTON, DC - The Baltimore factory contracted to make Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine was dirty, didn't follow proper manufacturing procedures and had poorly trained staff, resulting in contamination of material that was going to be put in the shots, U.S. regulators said Wednesday.

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