A third COVID-19 vaccine was approved Saturday, Feb. 27 by the Federal Food and Drug Administration.
A third COVID-19 vaccine was approved Saturday, Feb. 27 by the Federal Food and Drug Administration.
The Janssen vaccine:
- Is one dose;
- In clinical trials has been found to be 85% effective in preventing severe disease and;
- 100% effective in preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
- Unlike Pfizer and Moderna, it does not have to be stored at ultra cold temperatures, which means it will be easier to store and administer;
- Could arrive in Colorado as early as this week.
Visit Broomfield.org/COVIDVaccine to learn how to sign up for a vaccine.