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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.

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