January 8th 2025
The FDA approved the addition of Guillain-Barré syndrome warnings for Abrysvo and Arexvy, citing postmarketing data suggesting an increased risk.
January 7th 2025
The first death of an American from the H5N1 virus was reported in Louisiana on Monday, though authorities maintain the risk of widespread infection remains low.
January 6th 2025
Sanofi and SK bioscience expand collaboration on pneumococcal conjugate vaccines, including a 21-valent candidate for pediatric populations.
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COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 19, 2021
Data from the CDC on boosters and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
COVID-19 Misinformation Still Rampant in US: Kaiser Family Foundation Findings
New survey finds 78% of US adults either believe or are unsure about at least 4 of 8 COVID-19 myths tested, with unvaccinated adults among the most likely to hold misconceptions.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 16, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 15, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 12, 2021
Study Finds COVID-19 Antibodies in Breast Milk of Vaccinated Mothers
Mothers vaccinated against COVID-19 produced robust IgG antibodies in breast milk that actively neutralized the SARS-CoV-2 virus, according to investigators.
Pfizer Submits Request to Expand COVID-19 Booster EUA to All US Adults
Pfizer-BioNTech included data in its FDA submission showing the 3rd mRNA shot restores protection against symptomatic COVDI-19 to about 95%.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 10, 2021
Living in More Socially Vulnerable Neighborhood Linked to Worse Outcomes in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients
AHA Scientific Sessions 2021: New research found living in socially vulnerable neighborhoods increased the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, or death among hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 9, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 8, 2021
Effectiveness Declines for All 3 COVID-19 Vaccines Over Time in Large Veterans Study
Efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J fell between 35% and 85% among nearly 800 000 US veterans, found a consortium of investigators.
Pfizer Announces Novel Oral COVID-19 Antiviral Cuts Risk of Hospitalization, Death by 89% in High-risk Adults
The Pfizer study was stopped early for efficacy and the company plans to submit data to the US FDA for Emergency Use Authorization as soon as possible, according to a statement.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 4, 2021
CDC Signs Off on Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Aged 5-11 Years
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky officially endorsed Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11 years, following recommendation from ACIP.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of November 2, 2021
Data from the CDC on the Delta variant and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
Study: Medical Weight Management May Prevent Pandemic-induced Weight Gain
ObesityWeek 2021: New study highlights protective effects of medical weight management during COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of November 1, 2021
Global confirmed deaths due to COVID-19 have surpassed 5 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC.
Influenza Vaccination During COVID-19: 5 Questions for Primary Care
COVID-19 has changed many of what we know as standard operating procedures during flu season. How would you handle these 5 situations, for example?
Flu Season 2021-2022: Primary Care Fears & Patients on the Fence
This flu season will bring different challenges to primary care clinicians. Here, experts discuss specific barriers and best strategies to overcome them.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 29, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 28, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 27, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 26, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 25, 2021
Moderna Says COVID-19 Vaccine Triggers Strong Immune Response in Children Aged 6-11 Years
Two doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine showed robust neutralizing antibody titers in children aged 6 to 11 years, the company announced on Monday.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 21, 2021
FDA Greenlights Mixing COVID-19 Boosters and Moderna, J&J Booster Shots
CDC vaccine advisors will meet Thursday to discuss final approval of booster doses of Moderna and J&J vaccines and mix-and-match approach authorized by FDA.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 20, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 19, 2021