COVID-19 vaccinations: ‘It’s about the people we live around,’ expert says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 29, 2022
Although experts expect that the United States will see an increase in COVID-19 infections and cases throughout the winter, they are optimistic that vaccines, antiviral medications and natural immunity...
COVID-19 deaths preventable if available tools used: expert
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 10, 2023
Most deaths attributable to COVID-19 today are preventable through the use of tools including vaccines, quality face masks and antiviral treatments, according to a special pathogens expert.
COVID-19 vaccination linked to lower risk for postinfection outcomes
Mar 13, 2024
A reduced risk was seen for venous thromboembolism, arterial thrombosis/thromboembolism and heart failure.
White House thrusts long-term care into COVID-19 winter preparedness plans
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 16, 2022
The White House has made long-term care facilities a key element of its focus on preventing a winter surge of COVID-19.
Flu, COVID-19 vaccination cover high among healthcare personnel
Oct 24, 2022
The lowest influenza, COVID-19 primary series, and COVID-19 booster dose vaccination coverage was seen among assistants and aides, those working in long-term care or home health care settings, and those...
Updated COVID-19 vaccine has effectiveness of 54 percent
Feb 06, 2024
Vaccine effectiveness was 49% at 60 to 119 days after vaccination among tests exhibiting spike gene target failure.
Affordable senior housing providers say they are stretched thin due to a host of operational and workforce challenges, but partnerships with outside agencies are helping them meet residents’ needs, according...
Flu vaccine cut risk for influenza-linked hospitalizations in 2023
Sep 11, 2023
Interim data show vaccine effectiveness of 51.9% in five South American countries during their flu season.
Flu vaccine uptake varies by sociodemographic factors in CKD patients
Sep 26, 2023
Just under three-quarters of patients with chronic kidney disease receive flu vaccines
COVID-19 vaccine protection lasts at least six months after second dose
Feb 07, 2023
Vaccine effectiveness against death was lower for patients aged 80 years and older.