COVID-19 vaccination bests natural immunity for cutting death, hospitalizations
Dec 28, 2022
Natural immunity, however, was tied to a lower incidence of new infection.
FDA panel to weigh improved booster shots from Moderna, Pfizer
Jun 27, 2022
Both Pfizer and Moderna have been testing updated booster shots that target the omicron variant.
COVID cases rise among nursing home staff, NIC says; AMDA releases new guidance
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 19, 2022
Weekly COVID-19 cases among skilled nursing home staff members and residents set new records earlier this month, according to the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care.
Trust is most important tool in combating ‘infodemic’ surrounding vaccine confidence, expert says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 25, 2024
At the end of the day, building trust is the most important way that providers can combat the “infodemic” surrounding vaccine confidence, according to one public health expert.
Electronic reminders boost flu vaccine uptake in older adults
Mar 22, 2023
Letters highlighting the potential cardiovascular benefits of influenza vaccination were found to be particularly effective.
Two top officials in FDA vaccine review office to retire
Sep 01, 2021
The retirements come as the agency mulls decisions about COVID-19 vaccine approvals, authorizations for younger children, and booster shots.
No increase in Guillain-Barré syndrome seen after COVID-19 vaccination in adults
Oct 17, 2022
The reporting rate of Guillain-Barré syndrome was higher compared with other vaccinations, but the rate was within the incidence range for the general population.
Vaccine mandate brings relief to home care agencies but raises questions
By
Diane Eastabrook
Sep 13, 2021
President Biden’s vaccine mandate for workers at healthcare agencies receiving Medicare and Medicaid was the kind of good news Louisiana home care agencies needed.
FDA approves Pfizer RSV vaccine for older adults
Jun 01, 2023
The CDC is expected to meet later in the month to adopt vaccine recommendations for older Americans.
More news for Tuesday, Jan. 4
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 04, 2022
Supreme Court to hear OSHA, CMS vaccine mandate arguments Friday … OSHA withdraws part of COVID-19 standard but will ‘vigorously enforce’ other parts … Legislators endorse request to use $6.39...