March 15, 2022 – Pfizer Says 4th Dose of COVID Shot Will Be Needed, Cases Surge Abroad

In our continuing series looking at the latest medical research and news on COVID-19, Larry Mantle speaks with Dr. Kimberly Shriner, director of Infectious Disease and Prevention at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena.  Topics today include:  Pfizer’s CEO says a fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine will be needed. Pfizer is working on a shot to handle all variants.  Pfizer and BioNTech seeking approval for a second COVID-19 booster shot for those 65 and over.  Merck’s COVID-19 pill heavily used so far despite concerns.   The latest surge in Asia and Europe.  White House says funding is running out for COVID-19 vaccination, testing, and treatment programs.   This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.