With coronavirus on the upswing in California, new vaccine coming sooner than expected

An updated version of the COVID-19 vaccine designed to target the Omicron subvariant XBB.1.5, known as Kraken, is expected to be released earlier than anticipated, potentially by mid-September, as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations rise across California and the US.

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Fall COVID shots will boost protection against latest subvariants, Moderna says

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Posted 8/26/2023, 10:00:07 AM

With coronavirus on the upswing in California, new vaccine coming sooner than expected

latimes.com

Relevant topic timeline:

8/18/2023

Fall COVID shots will boost protection against latest subvariants, Moderna says

8/27/2023

Covid cases are rising, just as new vaccines are almost ready

The U.S. is experiencing a rise in Covid cases just as new vaccines that protect against the latest variants are almost ready.

9/6/2023

Moderna says updated COVID vaccine is effective against newer variant

9/11/2023

FDA Approves Updated Pfizer, Moderna COVID Boosters Targeting XBB.1.5 Omicron Subvariant

The US FDA has approved new COVID booster shots from Pfizer and Moderna to address the omicron subvariant XBB.1.5, which could be available in the coming days pending CDC clearance.

9/13/2023

Updated COVID Boosters With Omicron Target Now Available, But Demand Uncertain

Americans can now receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine to reduce the severity of symptoms, protect against current variants, and curb the risk of "long COVID."

9/13/2023

Updated COVID vaccine now available for ages 6 months & up, providing better protection

As COVID cases rise, an updated COVID vaccine will be available for everyone aged 6 months and older to protect against severe illness and death, with the shots expected to be available this week.