Widespread inaction on hearing loss revealed in new poll of U.S. adults … Small pharmacies cheer Texas’ passage of PBM middleman reform law … Employers can require COVID vaccine under new EEOC guidance...
Vaccine deniers reveal a troubling reality
By
John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2021
In a world where good judgment rules, almost everyone would want protection against a deadly virus. Clearly, that’s not the world we live in. While two COVID-19 vaccines have been developed and more...
Multiple factors contribute to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among older, ethnic minorities
By
Amy Novotney
Nov 08, 2021
While older adults from minority ethnic backgrounds are at increased risk of contracting and dying from COVID-19, vaccine hesitancy continues to be high among these individuals. In an effort to better...
Clinical briefs for Thursday, April 29
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 29, 2021
New hypertension screening guidance emphasizes out-of-office readings … For seniors, Pfizer, Moderna vaccines 94% effective at full dose, 64% effective at partial dose, CDC finds … BinaxNOW antigen...
Clinical briefs for Thursday, June 10
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 10, 2021
Operator changes plans, will wait for full FDA approval to enforce COVID vaccination deadline among staff … Colorado drops mask mandate for assisted living communities … FDA panel member resigns over...
New CMS vaccination reporting mandate could drive nursing homes to reach 75% staff goal
By
Danielle Brown
May 12, 2021
Providers say they are onboard with a new COVID-19 vaccination reporting mandate announced by federal health officials on Tuesday — calling the additional transparency “critical” for the industry...
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, July 27
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 27, 2021
Feds publish long-COVID disability coverage guidelines … Genesis’ targeted COVID-19 vaccine efforts increased uptake among Black, Hispanic employees … Israel may recommend Pfizer’s COVID-19 booster...
EU flags severe allergic reactions to Novavax’s COVID vaccine
Jul 15, 2022
Severe allergic reactions are a new potential side effect of Novavax’s COVID-19 vaccine, the European Medicines Agency reported Thursday.
This COVID-19 vaccine linked to lower risk for clotting, blockages
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 04, 2023
A study that put both COVID-19 shots to the test to see which was better for older adults found that the Moderna vaccine was superior.
Which cancer patients need a COVID-19 booster shot most?
Sep 07, 2021
NCCN guidance says several groups should be considered eligible immediately for a third dose of either of the mRNA vaccines