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US ‘vulnerable’ to COVID without new shots-- White HouseCovid-19 coordinator

Thu, 2022-05-12 17:27 — mike kraft
The AP Interview: US 'vulnerable' to COVID without new shots WASHINGTON (AP) — White House COVID-19 coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha issued a dire warning Thursday that the U.S. will be increasingly vulnerable to the coronavirus this fall and winter if Congress doesn't swiftly approve new funding for more vaccines and treatments. AP NEWS
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New Hampshire COVID-19 cases rise; health officials say testing key to controlling spread

Thu, 2022-05-12 12:59 — mike kraft
As COVID-19 cases rise in New Hampshire, health officials say testing key to controlling spread COVID-19 cases are on the rise in New Hampshire, but some residents say they're still confused by guidelines for testing. Scott Cook WMUR

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New Hampshire is averaging more than 500 reported new cases each day, the most since Valentine's Day. But the number of hospital patients with COVID-19 is lower than it was at the end of last week. Still, many health care facilities say workers are experiencing burnout, partly because of staff shortages. ...

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Ways to get Covid pills in the U.S. if one tests positive

Thu, 2022-05-12 11:44 — mike kraft

Three 3 ways to get COVID pills, if you've just tested positive

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Here are three ways to access COVID pills, if you're eligible to get them.

Contact your primary care doctor

For those with health insurance and access to their primary care providers or health care team, you can make an in-person or telehealth appointment to get tested (or share your positive test results), assessed for risks and medications and, if eligible, obtain a prescription for the pills.

You'd then get the prescription filled at a nearby pharmacy.

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Moderna completes FDA data submission for use of COVID shot in adolescents, kids

Thu, 2022-05-12 10:58 — mike kraft
Moderna completes FDA submission for use of COVID shot in adolescents, kids Moderna Inc has made all necessary submissions required by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for emergency use authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine in adolescents and children, it said on Wednesday. Reuters Reuters
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Opinion: 5 big ideas for the White House's Global COVID Summit

Thu, 2022-05-12 08:47 — mike kraft
5 big ideas for the White House's Global COVID Summit We asked experts from around the world: What would they like to see on the agenda for this virtual event. Their ideas include fair pay for all health workers — and a makeover for foreign aid. NPR.org

What does the world need to do to help countries recover from the pandemic?

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Americans must not ‘grow numb,’ Biden says, as U.S. marks 1 million Covid deaths

Thu, 2022-05-12 08:38 — mike kraft
Biden marks 1 million U.S. Covid deaths, urges Americans not to ‘grow numb’ “To heal, we must remember. We must remain vigilant against this pandemic and do everything we can to save as many lives as possible," President Joe Biden said Thursday. NBC News
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Covid booster rollout needs a reboot to save older Americans, experts say

Wed, 2022-05-11 17:53 — mike kraft
Has the U.S. 'botched' its Covid booster rollout for older Americans? Experts call for a reboot. About 1 in 3 Americans 65 and older who completed their initial vaccination round still have not received a first booster shot. NBC News
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ANALYSIS: Study calls for a new fund to strengthen global health security and pandemic preparedness

Wed, 2022-05-11 17:45 — mike kraft

 

A New Fund for Global Health Security and Pandemic Preparedness (Pandemic Action Network) Advocates call for a dedicated new Fund for Global Health Security and Pandemic Preparedness, which can help fill existing critical funding gaps. In this new issue brief, they explain what a new fund should do, why the world needs it, and how it can augment and bolster the existing global health ecosystem.

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COVID risks higher from small indoor events than large outdoor ones: research

Wed, 2022-05-11 17:32 — mike kraft
COVID risks higher from small indoor events than large outdoor ones: research Outdoor events are safer than indoor events in regards to potential COVID-19 transmission, according to a newly released comparative study of two hypothetical events in Austin, Texas. A study from the University of Texas and the city of Austin considered the COVID-19 transmission risks at two events: a business conference with 3,000 attendees during a… YahooNews

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Subvariants fueling COVID rises in more than 50 countries --WHO

Wed, 2022-05-11 17:23 — mike kraft
WHO: Subvariants fueling COVID rises in more than 50 countries The head of the WHO warns that rising cases are creating a volatile situation. CIDRAP

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) today warned that rising COVID-19 cases are creating a volatile situation, posing the most risk for countries with low vaccination coverage.

The United States is one of the countries with rising cases, with hospitalizations now showing a small increase, according to the latest data.

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