Last week, we got the thrilling news that every American adult will be eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine starting May 1. But that doesn't necessarily mean we're all going to have a shot in our arms by then. Reporter Julia Ries broke down what the vaccine announcement means for us and what we can expect this summer to look like thanks to the new deadline.

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And check out the other stories we've got on COVID below, plus some great sleep advice we all need to hear. (Then go mark your calendars for the first day of May. My countdown has already started!)

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You Oughta Know

There are a lot of questions surrounding the long-term plan for the coronavirus vaccine. How long will the current ones protect us? Will we eventually need another booster shot? How will the variants affect the efficacy of our current immunizations? Reporter Kate Mooney got the answers from experts.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT COVID VACCINE BOOSTERS RIGHT NOW

A Minute And Change

Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" series will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week's tip comes from sleep expert Rebecca Robbins on the benefit of setting an alarm for when it's time to go to sleep:

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If you set a soothing alarm for your bedtime, it can help you bring a little more awareness to a time when you should be starting to power down. Powering down can mean meditation, breath work or stepping into a warm shower.

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Before You Go...

Check out this piece on the possible surprising benefit of the COVID vaccine for long-haulers. Reporter Julia Ries spoke with experts on how the shot may actually improve some long COVID symptoms.

Bent Not Broken is a comprehensive look back on the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has disrupted our mental health. We're all going through it: The loneliness, the burnout, the uncertainty, the trauma. You'll find advice and insight from experts on how to manage your mental health as we move into year two.

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