Category: healthcare

CDC Acknowledges Airborne Transmission Of Coronavirus After Deleting Guidance

Scientists have said the guidance is crucial because cloth masks can’t protect someone from aerosols.

Virologist Michael Houghton Is One Of The 2020 Nobel Prize In Medicine Recipients

Researchers Harvey J. Alter, Charles M. Rice and Michael Houghton were awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for the discovery of the Hepatitis C virus, a breakthrough that the Nobel Assembly described as a “decisive contribution.”

White House Outbreak Grows: 2 Housekeeping Staffers Test Positive, Told To Use ‘Discretion’ Discussing It

The Trump administration has been criticized for being opaque about the outbreak.

Covid-19 Nasal Swab Test Led To Spinal Fluid Leak

Many who’ve had a nasal Covid-19 test performed on themselves have described it as feeling like that swab got as far back as their brains.

Tracking The White House Covid-19 Coronavirus Outbreak Needs To Be More Open

A website is an attempt to track the impact of this potential super-spreader event with White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany being the latest attendee to test positive for SARS-CoV2.

Regeneron CEO Says Trump Receiving Experimental Antibody Treatment Creates ‘Very Tough Situation’

Trump was given an 8 gram dose of Regeneron’s monoclonal antibody treatment following a “compassionate use” request from his doctors.

CVS’ Aetna To Sell Medicare Advantage In 115 More U.S. Counties

The Aetna unit of CVS Health said it will expand its Medicare Advantage health plan offerings to more than 100 new counties next year in a move to compete with rivals for a fast-growing health benefits business for seniors.

FDA Chief: Scientists Will Make Call On Covid-19 Vaccine Approval

FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn, who wouldn’t predict Monday when a vaccine would be ready for U. S. use, said any vaccine would have to meet safety and effectiveness criteria and “those decisions will be made by the career scientists and staff” at t…

White House Says It Initiated Contact Tracing, But Many Say They Haven’t Been Contacted

Doctors say contact tracing is essential for stopping the spread of the virus.

Why The New Apple Watch Series 6 Raises Questions Around Data Ownership And Healthcare Outcomes

The recently-launched Apple Watch – which can now track blood oxygen levels – signals Apple’s entrance into the healthcare market. But tech companies can’t approach healthcare in the same way they do consumer technology, raising questions around data …