Looks like the strain that is likely to be the next vaccine is LP8.1, not the NB1.8.1 that is in that article.
Our new leaders want to skip the independent review panel and go straight to only allowing vaccines for those with pre-existing conditions. You know, a political decision, which is exactly what independent review panels are supposed to avoid. Maybe the review panel would also decide that they are only for
pre-existing conditions, maybe not. But, looks like politics will win over any possibility of scientific discussions.
However, the
pre-existing conditions can cover just about anyone. Just claim that you have physical inactivity.
https://www.cdc.gov/covid/hcp/clinical-care/underlying-conditions.html
For me, I'll claim that I'm on an immunosuppressant medication--which is true but probably unrelated to Covid.