A CDC online survey indicates that young people between the ages of 18-24 are more likely to suffer mental health problems during the pandemic than any age group.
Category: pharma & healthcare
A Dangerous New Covid-19 Variant Detected In Oregon
Now comes a troubling report of the discovery of a new variant from Oregon. As of yet, there are only two confirmed isolates in Oregon with this sequence, but the number of undetected cases is likely larger.
Covid-19 Increases Stress And Traumatic Stress Disorders Including Drug Abuse And Fatal Overdoses
Research consistently demonstrates that individuals who suffer from PTSD are more likely to have problems with substance dependence. Creating integrated healthcare systems will be critical in fighting the syndemics such as PTSD and addiction that accom…
An Indian SARS-CoV-2 Variant Lands In California. More Danger Ahead?
Yet another variant of SARS-CoV-2 has arrived on our shores from afar. A recent survey of the viral sequences infecting Californians turned up six independent isolates of a variant that is now circulating widely in India.
Importance Of Formulating A U.S. Policy On Covid-19 Vaccine Passports To Facilitate Future International Travel
While it may be understandable for the White House to rule out federal preconditions of proof of Covid-19 vaccination for domestic purposes, it must formulate a coherent policy on international travel requirements, which may include proof of vaccinatio…
The Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine Is Less Effective Against The South African And UK Variants Than Against The Original Virus, According To A New “real-World” Study From Israel
Thanks to an extensive vaccination program in Israel and diligent follow-up of those vaccinated, we have a bigger glimpse of how the Pfizer/BioNTech is performing against variants.
O Canada: Woefully Behind On Vaccinations, And Seeing A Surge In Cases Of Variants Of Concern
Canada’s rate of new coronavirus cases per million people is closing in on that of the U.S., and could overtake it if the trend continues. Public health officials and physicians are particularly concerned about the rapid spread of both the B.1.1.7 and …
Secretary Of HHS Becerra To Focus On Anti-Competitive Practices In Hospital, PBM, And Pharmaceutical Industries
It’s been suggested that the newly confirmed Secretary of HHS, Xavier Becerra, poses a greater threat than his predecessor, Alex Azar, to the pharmaceutical industry. Becerra is likely, however, to focus his attention more broadly on anti-competitive p…
Rapid Home Testing: If The UK Can Do It, Why Can’t We?
The UK is rolling out a new rapid home testing program that will make it easy for everyone to be tested twice a week at home, at school, or at local community spaces. If England can roll out a rapid testing campaign in tandem with their vaccines, why c…
Colorectal Cancer Is Affecting Younger People. When Should You Get Screening?
Colorectal cancer rates are rising in younger people. Forbes Health spoke to an oncologist and a colorectal cancer survivor about symptoms, awareness and screening.
