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On Nov 14, 2020
@LSHTM shared
Encouraging news on #COVID19 vaccines this week, but successful development does not mean successful roll out. Reassurance on safety and effectiveness, public confidence and equitable distribution are key, writes @DrPPaterson, in @bmj_latest. 👉 https://t.co/UTmrjbKBW1 @WHO
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Pauline Paterson: Will the public accept a covid-19 vaccine?

Pauline Paterson: Will the public accept a covid-19 vaccine?

Listening and engaging with the public in building and sustaining vaccine confidence will be crucial, argues Pauline Paterson It was promising to hear that preliminary results from one of ...

On Nov 16, 2020
@EU_Health shared
RT @EMA_News: ‼️ EMA starts a rolling review of a 3rd #COVID19vaccine. First batch of data come from lab studies. Much of the evidence on the vaccine's safety and effectiveness is still to be submitted. https://t.co/2TTpxHnEsY #UnitedAgainstCoronavirus https://t.co/uAxBZ3qv8R
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EMA starts rolling review of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna Biotech Spain, S.L.

EMA starts rolling review of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna Biotech Spain, S.L.

EMA starts rolling review of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine by Moderna Biotech Spain, S.L.

On Nov 12, 2020
@WSJhealth shared
RT @jenniferlevitz: I spoke w/@GovMikeDeWine on link between economy & controlling virus. "We make a mistake when we talk about these two things separately. Consumers’ confidence that they can go out & be safe is entirely related to how bad the virus is in their community.” https://t.co/74uoZ0zdyV
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As Covid-19 Surges to New Levels Across U.S., States Impose Flurry of Measures

As Covid-19 Surges to New Levels Across U.S., States Impose Flurry of Measures

States are slapping new restrictions on daily life as the coronavirus rages in a resurgence that some officials say is the most widespread and intense since the pandemic hit in March.

On Nov 16, 2020
@CDCMMWR shared
A new report evaluates CDC’s symptom-based screening program for #COVID19 at designated U.S. airports from January 17 to September 13, 2020. Learn more: https://t.co/qqgqHbtrv9 https://t.co/zSbn0ASPk5
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Risk Assessment and Management of COVID-19 Among Travelers Arriving at Designated U.S. Airports, January 17–September 13, 2020

Risk Assessment and Management of COVID-19 Among Travelers Arriving at Designated U.S. Airports, January 17–September 13, 2020

This report describes passenger entry screenings at airports for travelers entering the United States.

On Nov 12, 2020
@TheEconomist shared
The urgent need to end the pandemic has countries scrambling to secure a supply of vaccine candidates, even before their safety and efficacy have been established https://t.co/wHe2crM9IF
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Rich countries grab half of projected covid-19 vaccine supply

Rich countries grab half of projected covid-19 vaccine supply

Less-well-off countries may have to wait years to inoculate their people

On Nov 13, 2020
@WHO shared
🔍 Robust surveillance 📋 Contact tracing 🚑 Medical teams on call are key to reduce transmission. Keeping #COVID19 under control requires both constant commitment and proactive adjustments. More on @pahowho best practices to control the disease https://t.co/NxXHIL8pqZ
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PAHO outlines best practices to control COVID-19 pandemic

PAHO outlines best practices to control COVID-19 pandemic

Robust disease surveillance, contact tracing and prioritizing primary health care are among key measures to reduce transmission  Washington, D.C., November 11, 2020 (PAHO)—The Pan American ...

On Nov 15, 2020
@DrTedros shared
RT @khaleejtimes: #Coronavirus: Whole world must benefit from #COVID #coronavirusvaccine: @WHO chief @DrTedros https://t.co/WjwiUVCNsg
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Coronavirus: Whole world must benefit from Covid-19 vaccine, WHO chief says

Coronavirus: Whole world must benefit from Covid-19 vaccine, WHO chief says

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus calls for 'urgency and innovation' in vaccine delivery.

On Nov 16, 2020
@cnnbrk shared
Trump coronavirus adviser Dr. Scott Atlas criticized Michigan's new Covid-19 restrictions and urged people to "rise up" against the measures https://t.co/YuguzLMjIg
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Trump coronavirus adviser Scott Atlas urges Michigan to 'rise up' against new Covid-19 measures

Trump coronavirus adviser Scott Atlas urges Michigan to 'rise up' against new Covid-19 measures

White House coronavirus task force member Dr. Scott Atlas criticized Michigan's new Covid-19 restrictions in a tweet shortly after they were announced Sunday evening, urging people to "rise ...