Dolly Parton has once again shown that she is truly a national gem. Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been exciting news from Moderna, a pharmaceutical company that announced promising preliminary results for its coronavirus vaccine, suggesting it could be nearly 95% effective at preventing infections. Notably, Parton played a significant role in this development—her $1 million donation to the Dolly Parton COVID-19 Research Fund helped fund the vaccine’s research.
Investigative reporters found that the Moderna vaccine benefited from this generous support, which has also contributed to research on COVID-19 treatments, including convalescent plasma studies at Vanderbilt University. This funding has enabled various research projects that reference her contributions in their findings.
While the vaccine data remains preliminary, Moderna aims to submit sufficient safety data to the FDA for emergency use authorization soon. If both the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines receive authorization, billions of doses could be available by next year, surpassing scientists’ expectations regarding efficacy.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the leading U.S. infectious disease expert, expressed his optimism, stating that he initially aimed for a 75% effectiveness but was thrilled to see results in the mid-90s. Parton made her donation in April after hearing about advancements from her friend, Dr. Naji Abumrad at Vanderbilt. Clearly, her support has been instrumental.
Beyond her philanthropic efforts, Parton is also trying to brighten the holiday season amid ongoing challenges. She’s launched a holiday bakeware line, her first Christmas album in three decades, and is producing a festive Netflix movie. Her website features a delightful array of Dolly-themed Christmas sweaters.
Looking back at the hardships of 2020, Dolly Parton stands out as a beacon of hope and joy.
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Summary:
Dolly Parton’s $1 million donation to COVID-19 research has significantly contributed to the development of Moderna’s vaccine. Her efforts extend beyond funding, as she actively works to bring joy during the holiday season.