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OPINION: Moral Tragedy Looms In Early Chaos Of U.S. COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution January 16, 2021
As states suddenly expand the categories of people eligible for the first scarce shipments of vaccine, who will be watching to make sure those hit hardest by the pandemic aren't left behind?
Hazar Khidir
'We're In A War With This Virus': Biden Lays Out COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan January 15, 2021
President-Elect Joe Biden shares details of how his administration hopes to tackle the country's public health crisis. It's an aggressive plan that he needs Congress to fund.
Pien Huang
ICU Nurse Says Careless Attitudes Around COVID-19 Are 'A Slap In The Face' January 15, 2021
Lydia Mobley has experienced the pandemic's deadliest days from the inside of a Michigan hospital. "You see people not wearing masks. And then you go to work and you watch people die," the nurse says.
Ailsa Chang
Trump Administration Will Let More Doctors Prescribe Drug To Fight Opioid Addiction January 15, 2021
The change means that doctors will no longer need a special federal waiver in order to prescribe buprenorphine, a medication to treat opioid use disorder.
Jaclyn Diaz

CDC Expands Negative COVID-19 Test Requirement to All Air Passengers Entering the United States January 12, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding the requirement for a negative COVID-19 test to all air passengers entering the United States.
HHS Announces $22 Billion in Funding to Support Expanded Testing, Vaccination Distribution January 7, 2021
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) today announced two upcoming actions by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to provide more than $22 billion in funding to states, localities, and territories in support of the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as directed by the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations […]
Transcript: CDC Update on COVID-19 January 6, 2021
CDC works 24/7 saving lives, protecting people from health threats, and saving money to have a more secure nation. A US federal agency, CDC helps make the healthy choice the easy choice by putting science and prevention into action. CDC works to help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives.
CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19 January 6, 2021
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response.

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) January 24, 2020
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Pet Store Puppies - Multidrug-resistant Campylobacter Infections December 8, 2019
Pet Store Puppies - Multidrug-resistant Campylobacter Infections
Lung Injury Associated with E-cigarette Use or Vaping August 30, 2019
Lung Injury Associated with E-cigarette Use or Vaping
Pig Ear Dog Treats - Salmonella Infections July 8, 2019
PigEar Dog Treats - Salmonella Infections
Papayas - Salmonella Infections June 19, 2019
Papayas - Salmonella Infections

Boston Scientific Announces LOTUS Edge™ Aortic Valve System Voluntary Recall and Product Discontinuation January 11, 2021
Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) has announced it has initiated a global, voluntary recall of all unused inventory of the LOTUS Edge™ Aortic Valve System due to complexities associated with the product delivery system. The voluntary recall is related solely to the delivery system, as the va
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Fresenius Kabi Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter January 8, 2021
Fresenius Kabi USA is voluntarily recalling a single lot of Ketorolac Tromethamine Injection, USP, 30 mg/mL, 1 mL fill in a 2 mL amber vial to the user level due to the presence of particulate matter. Particulate matter was found in reserve sample vials. No adverse event reports have been received
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Genetic Variants of SARS-CoV-2 May Lead to False Negative Results with Molecular Tests for Detection of SARS-CoV-2 - Letter to Clinical Laboratory Staff and Health Care Providers January 8, 2021
Laboratories should expect some false negative results because the SARS-CoV-2 virus can mutate over time and not be detected.
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Wear Face Masks with No Metal During MRI Exams: FDA Safety Communication January 7, 2021
The FDA is informing of a potential for injury during MRI while wearing a face mask that contains metal (such as surgical or non-surgical masks and respirators).
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NIH scientists identify nutrient that helps prevent bacterial infection January 15, 2021
Taurine, which helps the body digest fats and oils, could offer treatment benefit.
Combination treatment for methamphetamine use disorder shows promise in NIH study January 13, 2021
Therapy may be a promising addition to current approaches to treatment.
NIH scientists study salmonella swimming behavior as clues to infection January 13, 2021
Bacteria commonly cause human gastroenteritis, inflammation of the lining of the intestines.
Blood test shows promise for early detection of acute heart transplant rejection January 13, 2021
DNA-based “liquid biopsy” could help save lives and reduce health disparities.