| The CDC considers more boosters, Biden plans for kids' shots, and New York City unveils an employee vaccine mandate. Here's what you should know: Headlines The CDC prepares to weigh in on Moderna and J&J boosters In the coming days, a CDC advisory committee will meet to discuss who should receive booster shots for the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccines. If the panel and agency director sign off, these additional shots could start to be rolled out by the end of the week. There are already more boosters being administered in the US than first doses, to the dismay of some medical ethicists and international organizations. The rush for additional shots in the US seems to have reframed the purpose of the Covid vaccine, from preventing illness and death to preventing any infection. The White House unveils its plan for distributing shots to kids upon approval Today the White House detailed its plan for distributing coronavirus vaccines to kids ages 5 to 11 once they're approved by federal health officials. The Biden administration has already procured enough doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech shot for all kids, which it will roll out with the help of pediatricians' offices, primary care sites, hospitals, pharmacies, and community health clinics. An FDA advisory group is meeting later this month to discuss shots for this age group, and a CDC panel will meet shortly thereafter. The White House has said it anticipates the vaccines will be approved for use within weeks. New York City will mandate vaccinations for all municipal employees New York City mayor Bill de Blasio announced today that all municipal workers will be required to get at least one vaccine dose by the end of October or risk being placed on unpaid leave. Regular testing will no longer be allowed as an alternative, though a small number of people will be granted religious or medical exemptions. Employees who get their first shots at city-run vaccination sites by October 29 will get an extra $500 added to their paychecks. At least one major police union has already said it will fight the mandate in court. Daily Distraction Accidents and explosions are a given when testing spaceships. But for the communities and ecosystems nearby, that can be a problem. That's why, in Boca Chica, Texas, the FAA is taking a closer look at SpaceX's site. Something to Read Frank Herbert's Dune was a revolutionary work of science fiction for many reasons, but there's one innovation that hasn't quite gotten its due: The legendary writer inadvertently came up with a pretty creative way to update the maxi pad. Sanity Check Whether they're in the classroom or on the playground, children still need to be masking up. Here are a few of our favorite face coverings for kids. One Question How has the pandemic changed the role of pharmacies in the US? Community pharmacies in the US have spent decades advocating to have their services enhanced. Then, amid the pandemic, they underwent a major shift almost overnight. Federal actions like the PREP Act made it possible for pharmacy technicians to administer vaccines to children and Covid shots to anyone eligible, with proper training and under the supervision of a pharmacist. And when health care practices closed their doors, pharmacists in some places were able to step in not just to dispense drugs to those in need but to make sure they were being used properly and effectively. Now, some in the industry say, these changes may well prove to be the new normal. Covid-19 Care Package 📦 To end this pandemic and prevent future ones, we'll need a good way to track and surveil emerging diseases. Here's a look at the latest efforts. 😷 Masks may not be mandatory where you live, but they're still recommended for many situations. Here are the best masks you can buy, and how to make one at home. 💉 Vaccines are the most effective way to protect yourself and others against Covid-19. Here's how to get an appointment in your area. 💻 Whether or not you're a work-from-home pro, here's how to stay productive without losing your mind. 💼 As employers increasingly require workers to return to the office, the routines you built during the pandemic may be thrown into disarray. Here are some tips to help you make the adjustment smoothly. 👋 So you're fully vaccinated! Congrats. Here are some ways you can let others know. 🦠 Read all of our coronavirus coverage here. | 
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