The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
FDA authorizes COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11
The vaccine is just awaiting a recommendation from the CDC before they can be rolled out.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Nov. 1, 2021
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Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 29, 2021
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 28, 2021
Merck inks license agreement for antiviral COVID-19 pill
The agreement is aimed at increasing access to the pill in low- and middle-income countries.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 27, 2021
FDA panel recommends Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children
A previous analysis found the vaccine was 90.7 percent effective against severe COVID-19.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 26, 2021
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 25, 2021
Pfizer touts efficacy of COVID-19 vaccine in ages 5 to 11
The FDA is expected to act on an EUA application for the smaller doses next week.
Strong primary care leads to better COVID-19 outcomes
An analysis found that counties with more primary care had better COVID-19 related outcomes.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 22, 2021
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 21, 2021
Hospitalized COVID patients facing higher bills as cost-sharing waivers expire
Study suggests legislation may be needed to help cope with financial burden.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 20, 2021
FDA expected to allow mix and match COVID-19 boosters
The agency is expected to decide on that as well as Moderna and Johnson and Johnson boosters this week.
Supply chain issues creating challenges for healthcare
Nearly all respondents to a Kaufman Hall survey have experienced challenges in supply procurement.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 19, 2021
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 18, 2021
UPDATED: FDA recommends Moderna, Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 boosters
The advisory panel is also scheduled to discuss Merck antiviral pill late next month.
What has COVID taught us about the physician shortage in the U.S.?
A bad problem got even worse as the pandemic swept through the country.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 15, 2021
FDA panel discussing Moderna COVID-19 boosters
A recommendation is expected on whether the shot should be authorized.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 14, 2021
Merck seeks EUA for COVID-19 antiviral treatment
After promising result in clinical trials, the company has submitted data to regulatory bodies across the globe.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 13, 2021
Primary care stays strong despite pandemic
Despite the difficulty of the COVID-19 pandemic, primary care has remained resilient and used telehealth to bridge the gap.
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 12, 2021
Coronavirus Delta variant, vaccine, and case numbers in the United States: Oct. 11, 2021
White House report: COVID-19 vaccine mandates working
The Biden administration says that vaccination mandates are not leading to the mass resignations in health that some expected.
