Biden noted that vaccine requirements “have been around for decades” and long protected Americans from a host of viruses. “Do the right thing for your employees.”Ahead of Biden’s remarks, the Department of Health and Human Services announced the plan for booster shots, explaining why a third shot would be necessary. That vaccine did not roll out until March, and Biden administration officials said more data were needed to assess when those shots might be necessary. AdvertisementHealth experts have said the Biden administration would be better off improving overall vaccination rates in the U.S. and abroad. “The divide between the haves and have-nots will only grow larger if manufacturers and leaders prioritize booster shots over supply to low- and middle-income countries.”

Source: Los Angeles Times August 18, 2021 14:26 UTC