Covid vaccines are coming: What’s inside, and how and when you’ll get one

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NOVA Now

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Ever read a headline and wonder what's actually happening? Physician and science communicator Alok Patel breaks down the stories that matter. In this 20-episode series from NOVA, connect with the brilliant minds tackling everything from climate change to medical breakthroughs so you can understand what's really going on. Discover more NOVA content and subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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Covid vaccines are coming: What’s inside, and how and when you’ll get one

NOVA Now

27 minutes 16 seconds

4 years ago

Covid vaccines are coming: What’s inside, and how and when you’ll get one

Pending FDA approval, safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines could reach the first wave of Americans in a matter of weeks. Manufacturers of leading vaccine candidates are releasing promising results from clinical trials, revealing that some experimental vaccines, including those from Pfizer and Moderna, are more than 90% effective against the coronavirus. But vaccine development alone will not end the pandemic; getting the distribution right is key. Host Dr. Alok Patel speaks with two immunization experts about the challenges of distribution at an unprecedented scale. Tune in to explore questions like: What are the differences between the first vaccine candidates? Who can expect to get vaccinated first and how much will it cost? And why do vaccines have to be kept so cold? Learn more about NOVA and subscribe to our YouTube channel.