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The federal government has agreed to pay Pfizer and BioNTech over $1.9 billion for 100 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine, with an option to acquire an additional 500 million doses. The vaccine will be distributed across the US once proven safe and effective. Meanwhile, Ohio has mandated face masks in public spaces due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, with exemptions for certain individuals and activities.

What does the Health and Human Services Department say about the vaccine's delivery after it is proven safe and effective?

What measures has Ohio implemented in response to the rise in coronavirus cases?