Orange County holds COVID-19 vaccine event for school employees

The most recent state data shows that more than 58,000 shots have administered at the Orange County Convention Center already.

Walmart expects to deliver up to 13M COVID-19 vaccine doses per month

Walmart announced Friday that it expects to deliver up to 13 million doses of the coronavirus vaccine per month "when supply and allocations allow."

Florida launches statewide vaccine appointment hotline

Florida's Division of Emergency Management soft-launched a new statewide appointment hotline this week.

Florida testing statewide vaccine appointment database
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The State of Florida is testing out its new database to help people make appointments to get the coronavirus vaccine, but Orlando was left off that list.

CDC changes guidance for 2nd dose of COVID-19 vaccines amid shortages

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention changed its guidance regarding the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine amid nationwide shortages and widespread confusion plaguing vaccination efforts in many states.

Coronavirus vaccine supply dwindling as demand increases
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Coronavirus vaccination distribution is facing a slow down. As the supply dwindles, states across the nation say they don't have enough doses to keep up with demand.

Racial disparities observed in vaccine distribution
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An Orlando City Commissioner is trying to bring awareness to the disparity between races when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine.

State blames feds for coronavirus vaccine shortfall
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday said that private hospitals and state-run sites are ready to distribute more coronavirus vaccine once the supply meets the demand.

100-year-old WWII fighter pilot gets vaccinated

A World War II veteran who just celebrated his 100th birthday got his COVID-19 vaccine on live TV Friday. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said at the time Henry Sayler was the one-millionth senior citizen to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Florida, but later walked his comments back, acknowledging the state was about 200,000 short of the milestone.

CDC finds 10 cases of life-threatening reaction to COVID-19 vaccine out of more than 4M administered doses

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it has detected only 10 cases of anaphylaxis — a rare, life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur after vaccination — out of 4 million of the first doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.

13,719 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Friday; 272 new deaths

State healthcare agencies on Friday released the latest coronavirus numbers in Florida, reporting an increase of 13,719 new cases.

Amazon offers assist with COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Amazon is offering its colossal operations network and advanced technologies to assist President Joe Biden in his vow to get 100 million COVID-19 vaccinations to Americans in his first 100 days in office.

Florida unveils telephone appointment system for COVID-19 vaccine

State officials said a phone system was more suited for seniors, who might be less accustomed to web-based technology and might need more assistance.