Health
CDC reports rare reaction after Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
- January 24, 2021
In the US where Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are being distributed, health officials say the vaccines are not interchangeable. Poland could take legal action against Pfizer next month if the US drugmaker does not deliver all scheduled doses of its COVID-19 vaccine, a government spokesman said on Friday. (more...)
- January 24, 2021
In the US where Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are being distributed, health officials say the vaccines are not interchangeable. Poland could take legal action against Pfizer next month if the US drugmaker does not deliver all scheduled doses of its COVID-19 vaccine, a government spokesman said on Friday. (more...)
EU Commission expresses ‘deep dissatisfaction’ as AstraZaneca announce significant vaccine delay
- January 24, 2021
The AstraZeneca disclosure also threatens a fresh reputational hit to the British pharmaceutical giant, which partnered with the University of Oxford in developing the vaccine. "It's on ongoing process ... but we are hopeful, based on the discussion we had yesterday, that next week we will have good news on the volumes, as well as the speed of deliveries", vaccine taskforce member Xavier De Cuyper said. (more...)
- January 24, 2021
The AstraZeneca disclosure also threatens a fresh reputational hit to the British pharmaceutical giant, which partnered with the University of Oxford in developing the vaccine. "It's on ongoing process ... but we are hopeful, based on the discussion we had yesterday, that next week we will have good news on the volumes, as well as the speed of deliveries", vaccine taskforce member Xavier De Cuyper said. (more...)
Ontario reports 52 new COVID-19 deaths, cases drop to under 2,400
- January 23, 2021
The number of COVID-19 facility outbreaks in the area also went down by two to a total of 41. According to data collected from January 11 through January 16, approximately 85 percent of public health units in Ontario reported a decrease in the rate of COVID-19 in the current week. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
The number of COVID-19 facility outbreaks in the area also went down by two to a total of 41. According to data collected from January 11 through January 16, approximately 85 percent of public health units in Ontario reported a decrease in the rate of COVID-19 in the current week. (more...)
AstraZeneca to slash EU vaccine deliveries by 60% in Q1
- January 23, 2021
An AstraZeneca spokesman said Friday, however, that "initial volumes will be lower than originally anticipated". Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for health and food safety, said both the Commission and member states had expressed " deep dissatisfaction " with the move at a vaccines committee meeting. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
An AstraZeneca spokesman said Friday, however, that "initial volumes will be lower than originally anticipated". Stella Kyriakides, European Commissioner for health and food safety, said both the Commission and member states had expressed " deep dissatisfaction " with the move at a vaccines committee meeting. (more...)
13 new COVID-19 cases identified on Vancouver Island
- January 23, 2021
Two of those deaths took place in Interior Health, lifting the regional death toll to 59. The number of those considered fully recovered from the virus is now 56,455, or 89 per cent of all recorded cases. It outlines the age-based approach for immunization and population protection being used here in British Columbia. We need to remember our risk remains high right now, even as we protect more and more people with vaccine. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
Two of those deaths took place in Interior Health, lifting the regional death toll to 59. The number of those considered fully recovered from the virus is now 56,455, or 89 per cent of all recorded cases. It outlines the age-based approach for immunization and population protection being used here in British Columbia. We need to remember our risk remains high right now, even as we protect more and more people with vaccine. (more...)
Pfizer and COVAX Deal to be Announced Today
- January 23, 2021
However, CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta said Friday the ability to garner the sixth dose with these syringes does not exist everywhere. A heavily female ratio was also noted with the Pfizer vaccine, which experts say could be due to the fact that more women than men have been vaccinated, at a rate of approximately two to one. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
However, CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta said Friday the ability to garner the sixth dose with these syringes does not exist everywhere. A heavily female ratio was also noted with the Pfizer vaccine, which experts say could be due to the fact that more women than men have been vaccinated, at a rate of approximately two to one. (more...)
Eli Lilly treatment cuts Covid-19 risk by 80% in nursing homes
- January 23, 2021
BLAZE-2 is ongoing as an open-label trial evaluating bamlanivimab alone or administered together with another antibody as a treatment for high-risk individuals (residents and staff) diagnosed with COVID-19 at these long-term care facilities. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
BLAZE-2 is ongoing as an open-label trial evaluating bamlanivimab alone or administered together with another antibody as a treatment for high-risk individuals (residents and staff) diagnosed with COVID-19 at these long-term care facilities. (more...)
How was Trump`s departure from the White House?
- January 23, 2021
Choosing to skip the swearing-in ceremony of his successful rival in the 2020 presidential election, Democrat Joe Biden , Trump and the ex-First Lady jetted off to South Florida following a brief farewell address at Joint Base Andrews, with Melania Trump looking sombre in an all-black outfit comprising a dark Chanel jacket and Dolce & Gabbana dress. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
Choosing to skip the swearing-in ceremony of his successful rival in the 2020 presidential election, Democrat Joe Biden , Trump and the ex-First Lady jetted off to South Florida following a brief farewell address at Joint Base Andrews, with Melania Trump looking sombre in an all-black outfit comprising a dark Chanel jacket and Dolce & Gabbana dress. (more...)
B.C. COVID-19 map suggests surge in Interior Health
- January 23, 2021
The Cariboo/Chilcotin, along with Revelstoke and 100 Mile House, are three regions in Interior Health to record - 16, 24, and 140 total cases, respectively - in the most recent COVID-19 infection data released by BC Centre of Disease Control. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
The Cariboo/Chilcotin, along with Revelstoke and 100 Mile House, are three regions in Interior Health to record - 16, 24, and 140 total cases, respectively - in the most recent COVID-19 infection data released by BC Centre of Disease Control. (more...)
United Kingdom reports 1,401 COVID-19 deaths, more than 5 million vaccinated
- January 23, 2021
Sir Patrick suggested the new variant could increase the mortality rate by almost a third for men in their 60s who have Covid-19. After testing more than 142,900 volunteers in England between January 6 and 15, they found that one in 63 people were infected. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
Sir Patrick suggested the new variant could increase the mortality rate by almost a third for men in their 60s who have Covid-19. After testing more than 142,900 volunteers in England between January 6 and 15, they found that one in 63 people were infected. (more...)
UK COVID variant could be slightly deadlier, early evidence shows
- January 23, 2021
The UK's Chief Scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance, said the data suggested that, for every thousand people over the age of sixty infected with the original strain of the virus, ten would die. The varying mortality rate is accounted for when observing everyone who has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus - but the hospital data alone didn't show an increase in the rate of mortality, BBC reports . (more...)
- January 23, 2021
The UK's Chief Scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance, said the data suggested that, for every thousand people over the age of sixty infected with the original strain of the virus, ten would die. The varying mortality rate is accounted for when observing everyone who has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus - but the hospital data alone didn't show an increase in the rate of mortality, BBC reports . (more...)
Indoor Dining in MI to Resume February 1
- January 23, 2021
The order, going into effect February 1, allows for indoor dining to reopen with safety measures. In addition to bars and restaurants, concessions at casinos, movie theaters and stadiums will be allowed. The safest course remains to support your favorite restaurant with carryout, delivery or outdoor dining. The state's latest Covid-19 numbers are trending much better, which they say allows for the loosening of the restrictions. (more...)
- January 23, 2021
The order, going into effect February 1, allows for indoor dining to reopen with safety measures. In addition to bars and restaurants, concessions at casinos, movie theaters and stadiums will be allowed. The safest course remains to support your favorite restaurant with carryout, delivery or outdoor dining. The state's latest Covid-19 numbers are trending much better, which they say allows for the loosening of the restrictions. (more...)
New fine announced for house parties in England to tackle coronavirus crisis
- January 23, 2021
The hefty fine, which has been increased from £200, will come into force next week. The Home Office said police will "continue to engage with the public, explain the rules and encourage compliance, but for egregious breaches such as parties, offenders can expect to receive a fine if they break the rules". (more...)
- January 23, 2021
The hefty fine, which has been increased from £200, will come into force next week. The Home Office said police will "continue to engage with the public, explain the rules and encourage compliance, but for egregious breaches such as parties, offenders can expect to receive a fine if they break the rules". (more...)
Grundy and Linn County health departments receive shipments of COVID-19 vaccine
- January 22, 2021
He went on to note that even though higher-income countries have administered over 39 million doses of the vaccine, only one lowest-income country has had a chance to inoculate citizens against COVID-19. "We look forward to rollout in the coming weeks". Moeti said that Africa is yet to buffer itself fully from the risk of COVID-19 hence the need for the global community and pharmaceutical giants to address imbalances in vaccine access. (more...)
- January 22, 2021
He went on to note that even though higher-income countries have administered over 39 million doses of the vaccine, only one lowest-income country has had a chance to inoculate citizens against COVID-19. "We look forward to rollout in the coming weeks". Moeti said that Africa is yet to buffer itself fully from the risk of COVID-19 hence the need for the global community and pharmaceutical giants to address imbalances in vaccine access. (more...)
Baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron dies at 86, per reports
- January 22, 2021
Henry "Hank" Aaron , the one-time Negro League outfielder who went on to break Babe Ruth's Major League home run record in the face of rampant racism, has died at 86. Godspeed and rest in power, Mr. Aaron. Considering that Aaron played concurrently with Mays, Roberto Clemente and Mickey Mantle, and stood out is even more remarkable. (more...)
- January 22, 2021
Henry "Hank" Aaron , the one-time Negro League outfielder who went on to break Babe Ruth's Major League home run record in the face of rampant racism, has died at 86. Godspeed and rest in power, Mr. Aaron. Considering that Aaron played concurrently with Mays, Roberto Clemente and Mickey Mantle, and stood out is even more remarkable. (more...)
Moderna vaccine batch that caused 10 allergic reactions cleared for use
- January 22, 2021
Erica Pan said. Three days after the state placed a pause on administering 330,000 doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine due to reports of allergic reactions, California Public Health officials have announced that there is "no scientific basis to continue the pause". (more...)
- January 22, 2021
Erica Pan said. Three days after the state placed a pause on administering 330,000 doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine due to reports of allergic reactions, California Public Health officials have announced that there is "no scientific basis to continue the pause". (more...)
South African COVID-19 Variant Can 'Escape' Previous Strain Antibodies
- January 22, 2021
In a new study, which has not yet been peer reviewed, researchers in South Africa tested the variant found there - called 501Y.V2 - against blood plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients. Even if antibody levels fall, B cells will remember how to make them when necessary, according to study leader Michel Nussenzweig of Rockefeller University, whose findings were reported on Monday in Nature. (more...)
- January 22, 2021
In a new study, which has not yet been peer reviewed, researchers in South Africa tested the variant found there - called 501Y.V2 - against blood plasma from recovered COVID-19 patients. Even if antibody levels fall, B cells will remember how to make them when necessary, according to study leader Michel Nussenzweig of Rockefeller University, whose findings were reported on Monday in Nature. (more...)
Britain reports record 1610 daily COVID deaths
- January 22, 2021
Another 1,820 people in Britain have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test , the highest number of deaths reported on a single day since the outbreak began in the country, according to official figures released Wednesday. Experts tracking the spread of Covid-19 in England say infections may have gone up at the beginning of the current lockdown. The major ongoing study from REACT-1 at Imperial College in London said: "During the initial 10 days of the third COVID-19 lockdown... (more...)
- January 22, 2021
Another 1,820 people in Britain have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test , the highest number of deaths reported on a single day since the outbreak began in the country, according to official figures released Wednesday. Experts tracking the spread of Covid-19 in England say infections may have gone up at the beginning of the current lockdown. The major ongoing study from REACT-1 at Imperial College in London said: "During the initial 10 days of the third COVID-19 lockdown... (more...)
Province says local students to return to in-person learning on Monday
- January 22, 2021
Those seven public health units are Grey Bruce; Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge; Hastings and Prince Edward Counties; Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington; Leeds, Grenville and Lanark; Peterborough; and Renfrew County. In the updated guidance released on Thursday, the experts say that some combination of cohorting and masking should now be "strongly considered" as a replacement for physical distancing in lower grades, which they say is "likely detrimental" to the well-being of children. (more...)
- January 22, 2021
Those seven public health units are Grey Bruce; Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge; Hastings and Prince Edward Counties; Kingston, Frontenac and Lennox & Addington; Leeds, Grenville and Lanark; Peterborough; and Renfrew County. In the updated guidance released on Thursday, the experts say that some combination of cohorting and masking should now be "strongly considered" as a replacement for physical distancing in lower grades, which they say is "likely detrimental" to the well-being of children. (more...)
Mass health officials confirm first case of variant COVID-19 in state
- January 20, 2021
The woman, who is a Boston resident, developed these symptoms in early January, per the release. The health department said it was notified of her test results on Saturday evening. As of Monday, the CDC reported 122 cases in 20 states in the United States. DPH expected the variant would make its way to MA at some point, given the increased transmissibility and previous rate of occurrence. (more...)
- January 20, 2021
The woman, who is a Boston resident, developed these symptoms in early January, per the release. The health department said it was notified of her test results on Saturday evening. As of Monday, the CDC reported 122 cases in 20 states in the United States. DPH expected the variant would make its way to MA at some point, given the increased transmissibility and previous rate of occurrence. (more...)
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