As the coronavirus pandemic enters its second year, the increasing number of vaccinations may qualify as an authentic sign of hope as the Easter season begins.
Are increased vaccinations a genuine sign of hope this Easter?
Pope visits Vatican vaccination clinic for the poor
The Vatican is providing vaccinations against COVID-19 to the poor and refugees and is expected to serve 1,200 people.
Bishop Kettler addresses moral questions surrounding COVID-19 vaccines
“It is morally permissible to receive any of the three vaccines — Pfizer, Moderna or Johnson & Johnson — currently being shipped around the country.”
Catholic scholars: Any available COVID-19 vaccine is morally acceptable
A group of prominent Catholic scholars said they believe it is morally acceptable for anyone to receive any of the COVID-19 vaccines currently available in the United States.
Parish outreach helps seniors secure vaccines; no one is turned away
A parish outreach program aids in the scheduling of COVID-19 vaccines for over 65 parishioner seniors.
Social media campaign launched against patents during pandemic
Doctors Without Borders is promoting a “Twitter storm” aimed at pressuring countries to waive certain patent protections during the pandemic.
Vatican supports waiving some patent protections for COVID-19 vaccine
At a meeting of the World Trade Organization Feb. 23, the Vatican joined several developing nations in calling for patent waivers and sublicensing agreements to speed production of COVID-19 vaccines, drugs and equipment.
Vatican calls for equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The Vatican’s coronavirus commission and the Pontifical Academy for Life issued a joint statement calling for a coordinated international effort to ensure the equitable distribution of COVID-19 vaccines worldwide.