While the country is on the cusp of seeing some benefits from herd immunity, to continue protection, a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine will likely be needed to combat COVID-19 variants. Here’s what we know about the third dose, when it will be given, and how the vaccine will likely be given out annually going forward.

We’ll Likely Need A Third Dose — Soon

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When the Third Dose Will Be Given

12-month markCNBCup to six months have similar results,

Could The COVID-19 Vaccine Become A Yearly Thing?

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