Following the FDA’s emergency approval of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine, ROI-NJ published a collection of health experts’ perspectives that includes institute director Richard Marlink’s comments about vaccine efficacy.
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Radio Interview: Marlink Discusses WHO, Vaccines, and COVAX
In an interview for WRSU Rutgers Radio, institute director Richard Marlink offers perspective on the importance of a global response to COVID-19, vaccine infrastructure in Africa, vaccine production and safety, and the World Health Organization.
The Impact of the U.S. Re-engaging with the World Health Organization
The importance of a global COVID-19 vaccination strategy and how WHO involvement benefits the U.S. overall are topics that institute director Richard Marlink discusses in this Q&A.
Race to Vaccinate
Appearing on CNBC’s Power Lunch, core faculty member and Rutgers vice chancellor Reynold Panettieri discusses the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, infection rates and hospitalizations, and effective public health measures.
When it comes to vaccine efficacy, here’s why 94% isn’t much different than 72%
In an interview about the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, institute director Richard Marlink responds to public opinion about the differences among vaccines that are authorized or in the pipeline for use in the United States.
Social and Structural Factors, Not Biology, are Strong Influencers of Racial Disparities in COVID-19 Mortality
Racial disparities in COVID-19 mortality in the U.S. are associated with social factors like income, education, and internet access, according to a Rutgers study published in the Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities.
Rutgers professor explains consequences of coronavirus vaccine hoarding
The global health consequences and moral implications of wealthy countries hoarding vaccines could be quite serious, said institute director Richard Marlink in a story published by The Daily Targum.
Student Volunteers Are Essential to Rutgers’ COVID-19 Testing Strategy
Watch a time-lapse video of Rutgers students assembling COVID-19 testing kits, part of a volunteer effort organized by the Rutgers Global Health Institute Student Council. Plus, find out how you can help.
Will you need an annual vaccination for COVID-19?
In a television interview broadcast by NJ Spotlight News, institute director Richard Marlink discusses the COVID-19 vaccine. Topics include how long immunity might last and roadblocks in rolling out a vaccination program.
Rutgers expert: We likely will need COVID-19 vaccines annually
In an interview about COVID-19 vaccines, institute director Richard Marlink discusses that people may need to get vaccinated annually as well as the importance of a global approach to controlling the pandemic.