Vaccine Development and COVID-19 Concerns

This chapter explores the ongoing efforts in developing a COVID-19 vaccine, spotlighting organizations like the NIH and the promising mRNA-1273 vaccine. It discusses the controversial drug remdesivir, regulatory challenges, and the implications of government funding on pharmaceutical practices, while addressing personal fears and the psychological impacts of the pandemic on society. The chapter also introduces a triage tool for symptom assessment and features listener mail segments that contribute to the conversation.