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Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Vaccines

Most states don’t require a prescription to get an RSV vaccine

The new RSV vaccine is now available to seniors over the age of 60 and pregnant people. Four states require people to have a prescription to get the shot.
Government

What’s open and closed during a government shutdown: 8 Fast Facts

Will airports and post offices remain open? What about national parks? We VERIFY what you need to know during a government shutdown.
Government

Yes, veterans will still get disability, pension benefits during government shutdown

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Government

Every federal worker impacted by the shutdown will get paid eventually

Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? Do furloughed federal workers get back pay? VERIFY answers your top questions.
Health

Light weightlifting is safe for children under proper supervision

While risks include possibly stunting bone growth, experts say most injuries happen from improper handling of the weights.
Vaccines

Yes, you can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot at the same time

October is the ‘sweet spot’ for getting flu shots, and for many people it can be convenient to combine their flu and COVID vaccines into one appointment.
Vaccines

You can get the COVID-19 vaccine and the flu shot together

October is the ‘sweet spot’ for getting flu shots, and for many people it can be convenient to combine their flu and COVID vaccines into one appointment.
Education

Early education preparation | Expert Interview with Norline Wild, Ph.D. of Niagara University

Norline Wild, Ph.D. of Niagara University discusses ways both parents and educators can prepare young children for their educational careers.
National

Blue skies, leaf colors and pumpkin spice: 4 Fast Facts about fall

Fall is in the air and the VERIFY team is answering four questions about autumn.
Education

Young children and school readiness | Expert Interview with Jennifer Katzenstein, Ph.D. of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital

Jennifer Katzenstein, Ph.D. of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital talks about determining when young children are ready for school.
Settlements

Yes, the FTC Fortnite settlement is real

You could get some money back if you or your child bought in-game Fortnite items. The FTC said the game’s payment system was confusing and led to surprise charges.