Category: Public Health

US cancels contract for more ventilators; plasma shouldn’t be standard of care for COVID-19, NIH says — 5 updates

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NIH questions evidence backing FDA’s emergency authorization for convalescent plasma as COVID-19 treatment

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Health Officials Worry Nation’s Not Ready for COVID-19 Vaccine

As the nation awaits a vaccine to end the pandemic, local health departments say they lack the staff, money, tools ― and a unified plan ― to distribute, administer and track millions of vaccines, most of which will require two doses. Dozens of doctors, nurses and health officials interviewed by KHN and The Associated Press expressed their concern and frustration over federal shortcomings.

When the Pandemic Closes Your Gym, ‘Come for the Party, Stay for the Workout’

As gyms throughout New York City had to close because of the coronavirus pandemic, some trainers just moved outdoors to the parks.

Dr. Fauci Says COVID Vaccine Trials Could End Early If Results Are Overwhelming

The nation’s top infectious disease official is confident that an independent panel will base vaccine approval on science, not politics.

Providence to invest $50M to reduce health disparities

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COVID-19’s aftermath a year from now: 4 expert insights

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Hospital admissions for stroke dropped by 31% at pandemic’s start, study shows

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Hundreds protest mandatory flu shot for Massachusetts students

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Pandemic will be controlled in 6 months, most Americans predict; CDC shares data on healthcare worker infections — 5 COVID-19 updates

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