Tennessee received 5,000 courses of molnupirvar from Merck, which is slightly less effective according to early clinical data, and 1,000 courses for Pfizer’s Paxlovid. They’ll be available for free through some Walmart pharmacies across the state, but supplies are very limited at the moment.
What You Need To Know About Getting A COVID Booster Shot In Middle Tennessee
COVID booster shots are starting to be offered more widely in Tennessee. Vaccinations are limited, but not because there aren’t enough to go around. Local health departments are trying to follow federal guidance.
Tennessee Expecting COVID Vaccine For Frontline Workers In Mid-December
Tennessee’s health chief said Tuesday that the state is expecting to receive its first doses of a COVID-19 vaccine around Dec. 15. In a press conference, Lisa Piercey said the new information comes after having conversations this week with the federal government.
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