The FDA’s proposed strategy will replace the current two shots followed by an annual shot that is updated to protect against the most prevalent variants.
Category: Breaking
Antibiotic-Resistant Gonorrhea Found In U.S.: Here’s What To Know
Gonorrhea has long shown resistance to antibiotics, with public health officials recommending only high doses of one antibiotic for treatment.
‘Pharma Bro’ Shkreli Violated Lifetime Ban And Should Be Sanctioned, FTC Says
Shkreli was banned for life from the pharmaceutical industry in January 2022, but the FTC alleges he’s violating the order.
Covid Still Killing Hundreds Of Americans Every Day As Pandemic Enters Fourth Year
On average, more than 500 people have died with Covid each day of 2023 so far, data suggests.
New Kansas Effort To Ban Abortion—Even After Voters Said They Want It Legal
A new bill would give cities and counties the power to outlaw abortion, even if it can’t be prohibited state-wide.
Hybrid Immunity: Why It Is Highly Effective Against Covid And Hospitalization
Those with hybrid immunity are more protected against severe Covid symptoms and hospitalization than those with only infection immunity.
Virginia GOP Lawmakers Block Bill Legalizing ‘Magic Mushrooms’ For Medical Use—Here’s Why Some States And Cities Support Them
Some studies suggest the drug, which has been decriminalized in some states but remains illegal federally, could provide benefits to people suffering from mental health conditions.
Walgreens Strikes $83 Million Settlement With West Virginia Over Opioid Crisis
West Virginia—which has the nation’s highest overdose death rate—has already reached settlements with other pharmacies, including Rite Aid and CVS, in similar litigation.
Pfizer Offers Up Entire Drug And Vaccine Portfolio To World’s Poorest Countries At Non-Profit Prices
The announcement will cover some 1.2 billion people living in 45 low-income countries.
Gates Foundation CEO Defends Philanthropy’s Influence On Global Health
In his annual letter, Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman also said he agreed with critics that it was “not right” for a private foundation to be one of the largest funders of global health efforts.
