Category: Public Health

California Budget Reflects ‘Pandemic-Induced Reality,’ Governor Says

California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s 2021-22 budget blueprint would direct billions in state covid assistance to schools, businesses and the state’s vaccination effort. But he didn’t propose more funding for the state’s 61 local health agencies, which have taken on increased responsibility for testing, contact tracing and enforcement of health orders.

When will smell, taste come back? 5 COVID-19 questions answered

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COVID-19 test positivity jumps in every region: 4 CDC updates

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6 states reporting low flu activity: CDC FluView report

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How new Japan coronavirus variant compares to UK, South Africa strains: 6 notes

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Bloomberg to hold $15M global contest for best urban pandemic responses

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‘Lawless’ vaccine rollout; 22 UK variant cases — 9 things to know about COVID-19 in Florida

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UK variant found in 8 states; hospitalizations top 100K for 40 days — 6 COVID-19 updates

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Is Your Covid Vaccine Venue Prepared to Handle Rare, Life-Threatening Reactions?

More than two dozen people who have received the new covid vaccines in U.S. hospitals and health centers suffered anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic reaction. While such severe reactions are rare, experts warn that the drugstores and drive-thru clinics considered integral to the vaccine rollout must be prepared.

Oklahoma considering rule change on childhood vaccination exemption requirements

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