Pfizer announced it would seek authorization of a booster shot within weeks, but the FDA and CDC said it was unclear when boosters would be needed. View original article Contributor: Carolyn Y. Johnson
Drug imports from Canada and more competition within the hospital and insurance industries are part of the presidential directive. View original article Contributor: Amy Goldstein
The agency’s advice on distancing, masks and vaccination bring the coming school year a bit more into focus. View original article Contributor: Emily Anthes and Sarah Mervosh
Investigators conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 38 randomized controlled trials of omega-3 fatty acids. Overall, they found that omega-3 fatty acids improved cardiovascular outcomes. Results showed a significantly greater reduction in cardiovascular risk in studies of EPA alone rather than EPA+DHA supplements. View original article Contributor:
The agency’s acting head said a review should look into whether any interactions between agency staff and the drug developer, Biogen, broke F.D.A. rules. View original article Contributor: Rebecca Robbins
In a review of recent studies and comparisons to other outbreaks, a group of virologists contends that there is more evidence to support a natural spillover from animals to humans. View original article Contributor: Carl Zimmer and James Gorman
The guidance acknowledges that many students have suffered from months of virtual learning. View original article Contributor: Sheryl Gay Stolberg, Emily Anthes and Sarah Mervosh
In 2018 Public Health England (PHE) asked the public about their experiences with reproductive health issues and over 7,500 women and people with female reproductive needs responded. Many told us of their desire for reproductive health problems to be normalised, destigmatised and openly discussed. When they need help, they want to know when and how … Read more
At many of the Covid-19 recovery clinics that have sprung up around the country, patients’ goals include their athletic ambitions. View original article Contributor: Jen A. Miller
Al principio, los síntomas infantiles pueden ser confundidos con otras condiciones y los menores pueden sufrir angustia severa durante años. View original article Contributor: Jane E. Brody