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CDC’s Messonnier says no change in the Covid-19 vaccine regimen as we know it works

Thu, 2021-03-18 11:09 — mike kraft

Messonnier: We can't stretch vaccine doses unless we know it works “We have to stick with what we know works,” Nancy Messonnier of the CDC told @HelenBranswell during a live virtual conversation today. Andrew Joseph STAT

In an effort to stretch the supply of Covid-19 vaccines, some have advocated for further spacing out the two doses required for some of the shots or, in the case of the Moderna vaccine, lowering the dosage given with each jab.

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Caution warnings of an upsurge as 15 states see an increase in Covid-19 cases

Thu, 2021-03-18 10:54 — mike kraft

Experts urge caution as 15 states see uptick in COVID-19 infections Delaware, Idaho, Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon and West Virginia -- have seen their case averages increase by at least 25% in the last week. Dr. Tara Smith, a professor of epidemiology at the Kent State University College of Public Health, told ABC News that her "biggest concern" is a virus resurgence: "I don't expect to see something as bad as we just recovered from, but if we're not careful, cases can rise again if we let our guard down too soon." YahooNews

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Training dogs for detecting COVID-19--a possible new task

Wed, 2021-03-17 20:49 — mike kraft

Thai trainer says dogs 95 percent accurate in detecting COVID-19 Dogs trained to detect COVID-19 have done so with 95 percent accuracy over the past six months, the head of a training program in Thailand said this week. Lexi Lonas TheHill

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EU proposes a Covid-19 ccertificate that would make travel easier for European residents.

Wed, 2021-03-17 20:30 — mike kraft

https://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/03/17/world/covid-19-coronavirus#to-save-the-summer-tourist-season-travel-certificates-are-proposed-in-europe

The European Union proposed a Covid-19 certificate on Wednesday that would allow people to travel more freely, a move aimed at saving the summer tourist season for member states that depend on it economically.

The proposed document, known as a Digital Green Certificate, would allow residents of member nations to travel at will within the bloc if they have proof of Covid-19 vaccination, a negative test result or a documented recovery from the coronavirus.

The certificates would be free and would be available in digital or paper format.

“The Digital Green Certificate will not be a precondition to free movement, and it will not discriminate in any way,” said Didier Reynders, the bloc’s top official for justice, adding that the aim was to “gradually restore free movement within the E.U. and avoid fragmentation.”

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White House resists pressure for vaccine passports

Wed, 2021-03-17 20:19 — mike kraft

Vaccine passports pose ethical thicket for Biden administration The White House says the government shouldn't issue the credentials or store the data. Darius Tahir POLITICO

States, airlines and tech companies are pressuring the Biden administration to develop a federal standard for vaccine passports — a policy that could speed the economic recovery but might also discriminate against disadvantaged groups and jeopardize privacy.

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Repeat COVID-19 infections rare, but protection not reliable, especially for older people

Wed, 2021-03-17 19:56 — mike kraft

Study: Repeat COVID-19 infections rare, but protection not reliable People who have recovered from a COVID-19 infection are likely to be protected from reinfection for at least six months, but according to a study published Wednesday, that protection drops dramatically for people over the age of 65. Nathaniel Weixel TheHill

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Insights into the review of reports of blood clots and AstraZeneca's vaccine?

Wed, 2021-03-17 17:50 — mike kraft

Explainer: How worried should we be about reports of blood clots and AstraZeneca's vaccine? Europe's drug watchdog is reviewing a small number of reports of bleeding, blood clots and low platelet counts in people who have received AstraZeneca's coronavirus vaccine. Ludwig Burger, Matthias Blamont U.S.

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Stepped up virus testing programs for schools, more funding for health equity issues

Wed, 2021-03-17 17:32 — mike kraft

Expanded testing part of Biden administration school plans Pushing forward with its plan to reopen schools this spring, the Biden administration is expanding coronavirus testing for teachers, staff and students and convening a summit for educators to... AP NEWS

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Simulations showing the importance of windows to the reopening of schools.

Wed, 2021-03-17 15:04 — mike kraft

Why Opening Windows Is a Key to Reopening Schools A simulation of airflow in a real New York City classroom shows how simple ventilation and filtration can reduce the probability of coronavirus exposure. nytimes

The C.D.C. is urging communities to reopen schools as quickly as possible, but parents and teachers have raised questions about the quality of ventilation available in public school classrooms to protect against the coronavirus.

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Experts: Virus surge in Europe should raise caution flags for the US

Wed, 2021-03-17 12:46 — mike kraft

Experts: Virus surge in Europe a cautionary tale for US Optimism is spreading in the U.S. as COVID-19 deaths plummet and states ease restrictions and open vaccinations to younger adults. But across Europe, dread is setting in with another wave of... AP NEWS

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OVERVIEW: U.S. and international briefs-- AP and Reuters

Wed, 2021-03-17 12:33 — mike kraft

The Latest: Biden administration to send $10B to states WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is sending $10 billion to states to expand COVID-19 testing in schools, as part of its push to get more schools open five days a week before the end of the... AP NEWS

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Covid-19 vaccinations have been lowest in US counties that are more socially vulnerable

Wed, 2021-03-17 12:12 — mike kraft

Covid-19 vaccine coverage has been lowest in more vulnerable counties in the US, CDC study finds In the first two and half months of Covid-19 vaccine distribution in the US, counties considered to have high social vulnerability had lower vaccine coverage than counties considered to have low social vulnerability, according to a study published Wednesday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. By <a href="/profiles/nectar-gan">Nectar Gan</a>, CNN CNN

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WHO statement says the benefit of AstraZenca vaccine outweighs risk and recomends continuation

Wed, 2021-03-17 12:03 — mike kraft

WHO statement on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine safety signals

Some countries in the European Union have temporarily suspended use of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine as a precautionary measure based on reports of rare blood coagulation disorders in persons who had received the vaccine. Other countries in the EU – having considered the same information - have decided to continue using the vaccine in their immunization programmes.

Vaccination against COVID-19 will not reduce illness or deaths from other causes. Thromboembolic events are known to occur frequently. Venous thromboembolism is the third most common cardiovascular disease globally.

In extensive vaccination campaigns, it is routine for countries to signal potential adverse events following immunization. This does not necessarily mean that the events are linked to vaccination itself, but it is good practice to investigate them. It also shows that the surveillance system works and that effective controls are in place.

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