VERIFY: Explaining how the Johnson & Johnson vaccine works and what makes it different from others
The FDA has approved Johnson & Johnson's vaccine for emergency use. Here's how it differs from the other vaccines on the market.
Author: Mia Salenetri (WUSA9)
Updated: 11:45 AM EDT April 13, 2021
WASHINGTON — U.S. regulators decided that Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine provides enough protection against COVID-19 for nationwide use, with the FDA approving it for emergency use.
Trials found the shot to be 66% effective at preventing moderate to severe disease, 85% effective at preventing the most severe disease, and 100% effective at preventing hospitalizations and deaths as of 28 days post-vaccination.