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Pfizer director says shots for kids under 5 delayed due to low number of Covid cases in trial

Mon, 2022-02-14 12:31 — mike kraft

Pfizer director Dr. Scott Gottlieb: Shots for kids under 5 delayed due to low Covid cases in trial "One case in one direction or another can tip the perception of the vaccine's overall effectiveness," said the Pfizer board member and former FDA chief. Krystal Hur CNBC

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Analysis: Face masks keep kids safe from Covid-19 and keep schools open. There’s no evidence they harm kids developmentally.

Mon, 2022-02-14 09:52 — mike kraft

What Do Masks Do to Kids? Face masks keep kids safe from Covid-19 and keep schools open. There’s no evidence they harm kids developmentally. The New Republic

What are masks doing to our children? In recent months, as frustration with the ongoing pandemic increases, this question has felt particularly relevant.

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U.S. Surgeon General discusses omicron, masks and mental health --AP interview

Mon, 2022-02-14 09:23 — mike kraft

Q&A: Surgeon General on omicron, masks and mental health WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says he can imagine a future where Americans don't have to contend with mask requirements. But pulling back safeguards too quickly, Murthy warns, risks more avoidable suffering, especially for people with weakened immune systems or other vulnerabilities. AP NEWS

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South Korea, Sweden to start providing 4th COVID vaccine shots to high risk groups

Mon, 2022-02-14 09:12 — mike kraft

South Korea to start giving fourth doses of COVID vaccine South Korea will begin giving out fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccines this month and supply millions of additional home test kits to ease shortages amid a surge in Omicron infections, authorities confirmed on Monday. Josh Smith,Hyonhee Shin Reuters

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US-Canada bridge reopens, ending weeklong trucker protest over COVID mandates;other developments

Mon, 2022-02-14 09:03 — mike kraft

US-Canada bridge reopens, ending weeklong trucker protest over COVID mandates: Live updates The bridge linking Detroit to Windsor was open for traffic Monday after a week of angry protests against COVID-19 mandates. Latest updates. YahooNews

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Early study: COVID booster shot effectiveness fades over time but still effective

Fri, 2022-02-11 16:54 — mike kraft

Study: COVID booster effectiveness wanes but remains strong NEW YORK (AP) — An early look at the performance of COVID-19 booster shots during the recent omicron wave in the U.S. hinted at a decline in effectiveness, though the shots still offered strong protection against severe illness. AP NEWS

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FDA Puts hold on approving COVID Vaccine for Toddlers

Fri, 2022-02-11 16:39 — mike kraft

FDA Puts COVID Vaccine for Toddlers in Timeout Agency attributes sudden decision to needing more data on third dose Molly Walker medpagetoday

The FDA is postponing their scheduled advisory committee meeting on Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to 4 years, which now may not happen for a few more months, agency officials said on Friday.

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Counties with more primary care doctors had higher COVID vaccination rates--study

Fri, 2022-02-11 10:34 — mike kraft

More Primary Care Docs Equals Higher COVID Vaccination Rates Association held up regardless of rural/urban location, political affiliation Molly Walker medpagetoday

Counties with a high number of primary care physicians (PCPs) had higher COVID-19 vaccination rates, a cross-sectional study found.

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One-way masking can still protect against Covid infection, experts say.

Fri, 2022-02-11 09:51 — mike kraft

Will a mask protect me even if no one else is wearing one? One-way masking can still protect against Covid infection, experts say. NBC News

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Though most health experts agree universal masking, along with vaccinations, remains the best public health strategy against the spread of the virus, people can still benefit from wearing a mask even if no one else around them is.

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