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Federal Judge Rules Companies Should Not Have To Cover PrEP HIV Prevention Medicine
The ruling could threaten HIV prevention coverage for more than 150 million Americans.
CDC’s Walensky Signs Off On Omicron Booster–Here’s When You Can Get One
Omicron-targeted vaccine booster shots are expected to be available this weekend.
Pfizer-BioNTech Covid Vaccine Is 73% Effective In Young Children, Study Finds
The three-dose vaccine was most effective in children ages 6 months to 2 years, with a 75.8% efficacy rate, according to the study.
Special Medical Care For Infants Born At Cusp Of Viability Has Increased Greatly, But Minorities Less Likely To Get It, Study Finds
The share of infants born before the third trimester who receive active treatment has increased from 45.7% in 2014 to 58.8% in 2020, but Black and Hispanic infants are still less likely to receive such care.
House Passes Democrats’ Ambitious $430 Billion Climate And Health Bill
The landmark climate, health and tax package gives President Joe Biden and the Democrats a key win ahead of midterm elections in November.
Over Half Of Infectious Diseases Could Be Worsened By Climate Change, Study Finds
Researchers found evidence of cases in which the spread of 218 diseases had been aggravated by climate hazards such as heat waves, flooding and droughts.
Vaccine Rollout Was Weaker In Greater Black Populations And Rural Areas, Study Finds
Covid-19 vaccines were less available in U.S. counties with higher Black and Hispanic populations, according to a new study.
Manchin Tests Positive For Covid As Senate Dems Prepare For Votes On Same-Sex Marriage, Prescription Drug Costs
The 74-year-old Democratic senator said he will isolate and follow CDC guidelines.
Around 1 In 16 Children Develop Long Covid, Study Suggests
The study also found nearly 10% of children who were hospitalized with Covid-19 showed long-term symptoms.
CDC Advisors Recommend Novavax Covid Vaccine For Adults
The recommendation from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices heads to CDC director Rochelle Walensky for approval.
