The Daily When and How You’ll Get a Vaccine
Nov 30, 2020
Katie Thomas, a Science reporter for The New York Times specializing in the drug industry, dives into the impending arrival of COVID-19 vaccines. She discusses the logistics of distribution, examining who will get vaccinated first and the challenges of transport and storage. Thomas highlights the importance of addressing public hesitancy and ensuring accessibility through local pharmacies. As hope rises for a return to normalcy, she emphasizes the crucial role of journalism in uncovering vaccine-related truths and maintaining public trust.
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Vaccine Timeline
- Dr. Moncef Slaoui believes the first Americans could be vaccinated by mid-December.
- He anticipates a return to normalcy around May 2021, due to widespread vaccination.
Pfizer Vaccine Storage
- Pfizer's vaccine requires ultra-cold storage (-94°F).
- Clinics have several storage options: ultra-cold freezers (6 months), refrigerators (5 days), or specialized boxes with dry ice (15 days).
Initial Vaccine Availability
- Initial vaccine supply will be limited: 6.4 million doses in the first week, enough for roughly 3 million people.
- By year's end, approximately 40 million doses are expected, covering around 20 million Americans.