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Pfizer announced it will not seek emergency authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine before the U.S. election, despite political pressure. The company expects to know the vaccine's effectiveness by the end of October and may apply for emergency use by mid-November. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is collaborating with CVS Health and Walgreens to distribute free vaccines to nursing home residents once available. This partnership aims to prioritize the most vulnerable populations. The video concludes with thanks to Kaiser Health News for their contributions.

What is Pfizer's stance on seeking emergency authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine before the U.S. Election Day?

• Pfizer will seek authorization before Election Day.

• Pfizer will not seek authorization before Election Day.

• Pfizer has already received authorization.

• Pfizer is undecided about seeking authorization.

By when does Pfizer expect to know if its vaccine is effective?

• By the end of September

• By the end of October

• By the end of November

• By the end of December

Which organizations are partnering with the Trump administration to distribute COVID-19 vaccines to nursing homes?

• CVS Health and Walgreens

• Pfizer and Moderna

• Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca

• Kaiser Health News and WHO

What is the main goal of the partnership between the Trump administration, CVS Health, and Walgreens?

• To conduct vaccine research

• To sell vaccines at a profit

• To prioritize vaccination for nursing home residents

• To prioritize vaccination for the general public

Who provided the health headlines discussed in the video?

• Kaiser Health News

• The Trump administration

• CVS Health

• Pfizer