Big gaps in COVID-19 vaccine rates across the US worry health experts

A distinct geographic pattern has emerged in the U.S. drive to vanquish the coronavirus: The highest vaccination rates are concentrated in the Northeast, while the lowest ones are mostly in the South.

NY offering unvaccinated chance to win $5 million in exchange for COVID shot

In an effort to encourage more New Yorkers to get vaccinated against the coronavirus, the state is offering scratch-off lottery tickets and a chance to win $5 million.

New campaign aims to ease reluctance around kids receiving vaccines
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Dr. Lee Savio Beers, president of American Academy of Pediatrics, talks about how they are easing vaccine hesitancy with a new campaign.

South Side Chicago pastor urges parishioners to get vaccinated

GET VACCINATED: The Chicago pastor says the world has shifted during the coronavirus pandemic and he is now preaching a new message for 2021.

Number of daily COVID-19 vaccinations double in Ohio after state announced $1M lottery

After announcing its campaign to award five adults $1 million each for getting their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, Ohio saw a significant increase in vaccinations in the following days.

60% of US adults have received at least 1 dose of COVID-19 vaccine, CDC says

The CDC said 60% of American adults have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, putting the U.S. closer to President Joe Biden’s goal of 70% to have received a jab by the Fourth of July.

Chicago announces new mask guidelines for fully vaccinated residents

The Chicago Department of Public Health released new mask guidance Tuesday, lifting the mask mandate for fully vaccinated residents in line with the state mandate and CDC guidelines.

Despite CDC guidance, some aren't ready to give up masks

Not everyone is giving up wearing a face mask despite the latest government guidance that means fully vaccinated Americans can uncover their faces in many cases.

Children who cannot get COVID-19 vaccine urged to continue wearing masks

Those who have not yet received the COVID-19 vaccine are urged to keep wearing masks and that includes kids who are too young to get the shot.

Advocate Aurora Health vaccinates 1,276 juveniles on Thursday

"By getting vaccinated, adolescents are protecting themselves, their loved ones and their communities—and paving the way for a great summer and a return to in-person schooling," Dr. Robert Citronberg said.

Health officials announce 'Bridge to Phase 5' reopening guidance in suburban Cook County

“The vaccination rate and improved metrics are encouraging, but to fully reopen we encourage everyone over the age of 12 to get vaccinated and continue to wear a mask," said Dr. Kiran Joshi.