Posts Tagged ‘CDC’
Coronavirus may cause “disruption to everyday life”
As the CDC, HHS, and WHO have said, “it’s not a matter of ‘if’, it’s a matter of ‘when’ the coronavirus, now being referred to as COVID-19, will spread to the United States. A comparison made to the SARS pandemic gives us some hope that while life may change to protect ourselves, we will get…
Read MoreEpiVax Statement on Coronavirus (2019-nCOV) – What we know; what to expect
(This is a high level review about a leading, local and international virus and immunization company, EpiVax) EpiVax Statement Unless you have been in a media blackout these past two weeks, you are well aware of the latest public health threat: 2019-nCoV. This new strain of coronavirus is currently linked to nearly thirty thousand infections and rising…
Read MoreOutbreak of “Mystery” Coronavirus Rapidly Evolving
A “novel virus”, originating in China, has captured the attention of infectious disease specialists around the world. Of particular concern to those who may have a compromised immune system, and the elderly, the CDC is issuing regular information updates. This particular virus has never been seen in humans before – hence the nickname, the “mystery…
Read MoreCDC Vaping Updates. Average age of death? 53. Vape Products Named.
CDC has analyzed national data on use of THC-containing product brands by EVALI patients. (EVALI refers to national outbreak of e-cigarette or vaping product use associated lung injury). Overall, 152 different THC-containing product brands were reported by EVALI patients. Dank Vapes, a class of largely counterfeit THC-containing products of unknown origin, was the most commonly…
Read MoreTaking Action to Address Antibiotic Resistance
RIDOH Taking Action to Address Antibiotic Resistance RI Dept. of Health As a part of ongoing efforts to reduce the improper prescribing of antibiotics and prevent the proliferation of antibiotic resistant bacteria, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is planning a new round of healthcare provider education. This educational campaign is being launched in…
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