September 3rd 2024
The updated COVID-19 vaccine targets the currently circulating Omicron variant JN.1 strain of SARS-CoV-2.
August 23rd 2024
Topics include declining vaccine coverage among kindergarten-aged children and key changes in recommendations for adult vaccination.
Now that the WHO has declared a second mpox global emergency, you may want to brush up on knowledge of the disease and the 2024 outbreak.
August 22nd 2024
The updated COVID-19 vaccines will include a monovalent component corresponding to KP.2, a strain of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2.
August 19th 2024
The First to Know Syphilis Test detects a current or past infection, regardless of successful treatment, in 15 minutes using a drop of blood.
Patient, Provider, and Caregiver Connection™: Prevention and Control of Meningococcal Disease — Individualizing Vaccine Recommendations in Adolescent Populations
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COVID-19 Vaccines: Early Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them
Dilution errors and product mix-ups were just a few early errors reported during the vaccine rollout. A PharmD shares his experience and provides guidance on how to avoid them in the future.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 24, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 124 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
MMWR: Majority of COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients Complete 2-dose Series
Nearly 90% of vaccine recipients who received a first dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine got the booster shot within the prescribed interval, according to new research from the CDC.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 23, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC on COVID-19 cases, mortalities, vaccinations, and more.
UPDATE: AstraZenca-Oxford Vaccine 79% Effective in US Phase 3 Interim Analysis
Updated: The vaccine, AZD1222, showed 100% efficacy against severe disease/hospitalization and, notably, 80% efficacy in trial participants aged ≥65 years, the company reports.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 22, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 123 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Linked with Worse Outcomes
COVID-19 patients with hyperglycemia on hospital admission, with and without diabetes, had increased odds of intubation, ICU admission, and mortality, according to research presented at ENDO 2021.
CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Persons: Questions Patients May Ask, Answers to Help Physicians Prepare
The CDC released the first set of public health recommendations for people fully vaccinated against COVID-19. See what questions you may be asked and the answers to help prepare.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 19, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 122 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 18, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 121 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 17, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 16, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 120 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Study: Patients with Dementia at Higher Risk for COVID-19 Infection, but Not Death
International Stroke Conference: Adults with dementia are more likely to be infected with COVID-19, but no more likely to die from it vs those without cognitive impairment.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 15, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccines: 8 Myths and the Facts to Refute Them
We compiled the top trending Myths about the COVID-19 vaccine in wide circulation and added the Facts to help you educate your patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 12, 2021
APA: Americans May be Experiencing “Secondary Crisis” due to Pandemic-related Stress
The latest Stress in America™ poll from the American Psychological Association shows many US adults have suffered negative mental and physical changes due to pandemic-related stress.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 11, 2021
COVID-19 Disruption: America’s Outlook is Complicated
What do US adults think about the disruption COVID-19 has had on their lives? Do they see the pandemic improving in the coming months? A recent Gallup poll offers insight.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 10, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 9, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, and more.
CDC Lifts Masking, Distancing Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
The CDC on March 8, 2021, lifted some COVID-19 restrictions for fully vaccinated Americans, including the need for a mask and social distancing in certain situations.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 8, 2021
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 29 million; global cases have reached 117 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 5, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 4, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 115 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Safest US States during COVID-19: Data on Transmission, Positive Testing, Hospitalizations, & More
Which states have the highest vaccination rates? What about the lowest death rate? Results from a recent nationwide comparison on the safest states during COVID-19 shed light.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 3, 2021
UK: Pfizer, AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccines Effective in Reducing Infections in Older Patients
New real-world data from England suggests that the Oxford-AstraZeneca and Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective in reducing infections among older patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 2, 2021
FDA Issues EUA for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine
Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine is now the third vaccine to receive emergency use authorization in the US.