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Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda prompts concern over possibility of international spread

Wed, 2024-10-02 12:20 — mike kraft

Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda draws concern over possibility of international spread A large outbreak of Marburg virus in Rwanda is drawing international concern about the possibility of spread beyond the country’s borders. Helen Branswell STAT

The number of cases detected so far, 27, already makes the outbreak one of the biggest involving Marburg on record. Nine of those individuals have died. There are currently no licensed vaccines to combat the disease.

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The challenges for physicians dealing with vaccine-hesitant patients --study

Fri, 2024-09-27 10:14 — mike kraft

Researchers share challenges, potential hope for discussing COVID-19 vaccines with hesitant patients As the updated COVID-19 vaccine becomes available this fall, a study published by UMass Chan Medical School researchers on primary care physicians' experience with vaccine-hesitant patients may shed light ... Susan E.W. Spencer Medical Xpress

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Sending home COVID-positive nursing home staff results in worse outcomes for patients-study

Thu, 2024-09-26 12:18 — mike kraft

Sending home COVID-positive nursing home staff means worse outcomes for patients, study says Sending nursing staff home who are mildly ill with COVID-19 could lead to unnecessary patient hospitalizations, deaths, and costs, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open. The City University of New York Medical Xpress

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COVID vaccine protects against symptoms 6 weeks after infection-- study

Thu, 2024-09-26 10:09 — mike kraft

COVID vaccine protects against symptoms 6 weeks after infection, study shows If the third vaccine dose was administered 16 weeks or less before infection, healthcare providers had lower odds of reporting respiratory symptoms. CIDRAP

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Experts' recomendations for getting vaccines this autumn

Fri, 2024-09-13 10:21 — mike kraft

Thinking about fall vaccines? Doctors say there's no time like the present Your guide to what vaccines you should get and when to get them. PBS News

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Experts who spoke with PBS News say regular vaccination is one of the most important ways to protect yourself against respiratory diseases, including COVID, flu and RSV. Here’s what to know about the vaccinations they recommend adults and children prioritize getting this fall.

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