Over half of adult Americans now fully vaccinated, Biden says
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WASHINGTON - Over half of all adults in the US have been fully vaccinated from the coronavirus, President Joe Biden said on Wednesday as he seeks to ramp up vaccinations nationwide.
About 52% of the country's adult population is fully vaccinated, Biden said, noting that nearly 170 million Americans have gotten at least one shot. Currently, individuals 12 years of age and older are eligible for a vaccine as Biden seeks to have 70% of the country receive at least one shot by the July 4 holiday.More Related News