Monday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended “pausing” distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by Johnson and Johnson as the agency investigates unusual blood clots in six women who had the shot. One woman died. More than seven million doses of that vaccine have been given in the United States, and more than 30,000 in Idaho according to state Health and Welfare. Our panel of medical experts answers your questions about this pause, its impact on vaccine hesitancy and COVID-19.
"I don't think people should be concerned about this pause. I think they should see this as evidence of the system working." -Dr. David Pate
Today's guests:
- Dr. David Pate, former CEO of St. Luke's Health System and a member of the governor's coronavirus task force
- Dr. Sky Blue, St. Luke's Infectious Disease Physician
- Dr. Scott Milner, St. Luke's Pharmacy Senior Director
Have a question about COVID-19? Email idahomatters@boisestate.edu, or send us a voice memo and we may use your question during a future show.
