SAYRE, PA (WBNG) — A mistake made during the coronavirus vaccine rollout process could leave thousands of Pennsylvanians without a second dose. Pennsylvania Department of Health Acting Secretary Alison Beam announced the mistake on Wednesday. Guthrie shared what could come next for people who are…

(WBNG) — The Tioga County Health Department says it is looking for volunteers to help with its vaccination clinic. Volunteers would be responsible for: Greeting and checking-in peopleDirecting people through the clinicData entryVaccinating people (must have current and active to fill this role)…

PENNSYLVANIA (WBNG) — Tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians may have to reschedule their vaccination for the coronavirus after some providers inadvertently administered doses meant as a second dose to people getting their first dose. Citing a “structural issue” that’s been happening since January,…

(WBNG) — According to the Broome County Government Twitter account, the Broome County Health Department is postponing its vaccination clinic for essential workers because it has not received its vaccine allocation from the state. The account tweeted: Due to shipping delays the Broome County Health…

The increasing availability of vaccines at local pharmacies is making it easier for people in Tioga County to get appointments, but some are still struggling.…

As vaccination efforts continue to expand across the Southern Tier and beyond, some locations are lagging…

Health officials in Broome County say there is still confusion surrounding whether or not the COVID-19 vaccines available stop people from spreading the virus to others even if they don’t have…

(AP) — As panicked Americans cleared supermarkets of toilet paper and food last spring, grocery employees gained recognition as among the most indispensable of the pandemic’s front-line workers. A year later, most of those workers are waiting for COVID-19 vaccines, with little clarity about when…

VESTAL (WBNG) — There are multiple efforts in motion around the Southern Tier to get as many people vaccinated as quickly as possible, and some people behind these efforts are Binghamton University students. Around 125 students from Binghamton University are helping join the fight in battling the…

(WBNG) — Beginning Feb. 15, adults may receive a COVID-19 vaccine if they have one or more comorbidities listed by the state government. The list of comorbidities is posted below: Cancer (current or in remission)Chronic Kidney DiseasePulmonary Disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,…

BETHESDA, Md. (AP) — President Joe Biden says the U.S. will have enough supply of the COVID-19 vaccine by the end of the summer to inoculate 300 million Americans. Biden on Thursday toured the Viral Pathogenesis Laboratory at the sprawling National Institutes of Health complex just outside…

SUSQUEHANNA, PA (WBNG) — Barnes-Kasson Hospital in Susquehanna did not receive new coronavirus vaccine doses this week. Executive Vice President Dave Passetti says the hospital has received less doses each week than what they had requested. He says vaccinations will come to a standstill as they…

Broome County Executive Jason Garnar told 12 News Wednesday the county is eagerly waiting for more doses of the coronavirus…

NORWICH (WBNG) — Chenango County has received another shipment of coronavirus vaccine doses for its residents. Director of Environmental Health Isaiah Sutton said the county received 300 new doses of the coronavirus vaccine. He said 200 of those will be allocated to residents who are 65-years and…

HARRISBURG (WBNG) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health has introduced an online tool to help residents know when it’s their turn to get the vaccine. It’s called the “Your Turn” tool, and provides access to Pennsylvanians to a map that shows vaccine providers in their area. The tool also allows…

(WBNG) — Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Office has released information on what New Yorker’s with underlying conditions are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination starting on Feb. 15. The information was tweeted out by Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa Friday afternoon. NY’ers w the following…

BROOME COUNTY (WBNG) — UHS has launched a new website to help residents find information on where to get vaccinated in the Southern Tier. The website provides users with a link to the 8 eligible counties in the region, and any vaccination sites available. While UHS says not all sites vaccinating…

ENDICOTT (WBNG) — The race is on to get as many people vaccinated as possible. Local health officials are making sure no dose goes to waste. For the first time, the Broome County Health Department is vaccinating people closer to home. New York State gave the county an extra 650 doses of the…

(AP) — Johnson & Johnson has asked U.S. regulators to clear the world’s first single-dose COVID-19 vaccine, an easier-to-use option that could boost scarce supplies. Preliminary results from a massive study showed J&J’s vaccine was safe and offered strong protection against moderate to…

BROOME COUNTY (WBNG) — The Broome County Health Department says good news may be coming soon regarding the further distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. Health officials say they received word from the state two weeks ago saying those who are immunocompromised would be eligible to receive…

(WBNG) — On Thursday, Wegman’s announced it will administer the COVID-19 vaccine for people 65-years-old or older. If you would like to schedule a vaccination with Wegmans, click here, or by calling 1-800-207-6099 Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wegmans says the line will only be active…

The Pennsylvania Department of Health gave a briefing today on the state’s progress in fighting…

(WBNG) — The Tioga County Health Department will hold a COVID-19 vaccination clinic Feb. 5. for essential workers. The clinic will be at the Candor Elementary School 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Health Department says this clinic is for school staff, first responders, public safety personnel and childcare…