The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine: More Questions Answered
December 7th 2020Authorization for a COVID-19 vaccine in the US appears imminent, bringing with it a host of concerns including the speed of development, inclusivity of clinical trials, safety of mRNA technology, and how to raise levels of trust in vulnerable populations.
C Diff Infection Associated With Poorer Outcomes for Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis
December 6th 2020Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) was associated with poorer outcomes, including a higher risk of mortality, among patients with chronic pancreatitis, an evaluation of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample database found.
CDC Committee Votes on Prioritizing US Population for COVID-19 Vaccine
December 2nd 2020The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) met yesterday and decided that healthcare workers and residents in long-term care facilities will be prioritized as the first people eligible for the impending COVID-19 vaccines.