Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, April 1, 2022 Second booster approved as option for additional protection against COVID-19 R ecently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) approved the use of a second COVID-19 booster shot for adults over the age of 50 and certain immunocompromised individuals, including heart transplant patients. While not issuing a direct recommendation, the agencies instead issued emergency authorization for a fourth shot of the Pfi zer or Moderna vaccines to provide additional protection against the Coronavirus and its variants for certain people. The American Heart Association (AHA) continues to align with guidance from the CDC, the nation’s pandemic control experts, and supports the use of this fourth shot, as indicated. According to the CDC, the additional booster should be given at least four months after the initial booster. There is still little research on the use of a fourth dose of the vaccine; however, emerging evidence finds the eff ectiveness against COVID-19 COVID-19 | SEE PAGE 19 ANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $3.999 Mid Unleaded $4.399 Super $4.439 Diesel Fuel $4.999 "43 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2021 KERO $6.99 DEF $4.75 9 Diesel $4.699 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? Call Paul at (617) 387-5457 for details. Everett Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Owned & operated by the Conti family since 1958 • 57 Years! family since 1958 • 64 “Same name, phone number & address for over half a century. We must be doing something right!” •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roof ng • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! L Medford/Malden Lodge of Elks was represented at Revere Lodge installation of officers ast Sunday afternoon, the Revere Lodge of Elks #1171 hosted their annual installation of offi cers, and members of Medford/Malden Lodge #915 were on hand to support their brothers and sisters in their new positions. Shown above are Lodge #915 members: Malden Past District Deputy Kevin Alkins, Exalted Ruler Mary Fitzgerald and Past Exalted Ruler Marcia Bean. Malden Past District Deputy Kevin Alkins, Exalted Ruler Mary Fitzgerald and Past Exalted Ruler Marcia Bean. MVES | FROM PAGE 2 two sides, dessert, milk, bread and margarine. Medically tailored meals available include soft, ground, pureed, low-lactose, renal and cardiac menus as well as carb-controlled meals for people with diabetes. If you or someone you love wishes to learn more about the MVES Meals on Wheels program, please contact 781-3247705 or visit mves.org/nutrition. The MVES team can assist you in determining eligibility for Meals on Wheels and other Nutrition Program off erings. Spring is Here! Prices subject to change Ask about our Conditioner! FLEET
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