You are here

Public Health

Herd Immunity: Discussion of what happens if the U.S. can't reach it

Fri, 2021-06-04 19:24 — mike kraft

Are we there yet? What happens if the U.S. can't reach herd immunity. Without herd immunity, the country will see localized surges. But even if we don't get there, experts say there's still reason for hope. Science

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Public Attitudes

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Read more about Herd Immunity: Discussion of what happens if the U.S. can't reach it
Log in or register to post comments

Covid hospitalization rates increase among teens, CDC director urges vaccinations

Fri, 2021-06-04 12:49 — mike kraft

CDC director urges parents to vaccinate teens, noting increased hospitalization rates Hospitalizations for adolescents went up in March and April, even as they stabilized for those 65 and older, new study finds. Lena H. Sun Washington Post

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about Covid hospitalization rates increase among teens, CDC director urges vaccinations
Log in or register to post comments

Experts say kids should still get a vaccine when they can. Here's why

Fri, 2021-06-04 12:02 — mike kraft

Covid-19 cases are falling, but experts say kids should still get a vaccine when they can. Here's why CNN senior medical correspondent <a href="https://www.cnn.com/profiles/elizabeth-cohen" target="_blank">Elizabeth Cohen</a> says it may be unlikely that President Biden meets his goal of having <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/06/04/health/us-coronavirus-friday/index.html" target="_blank">70% of adults</a> get at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine by July 4, as the pace of US vaccinations falls. Jen Christensen, CNN CNN

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about Experts say kids should still get a vaccine when they can. Here's why
Log in or register to post comments

6 Real Examples That Prove The COVID-19 Vaccines Are Working

Wed, 2021-06-02 20:31 — mike kraft

6 Real Examples That Prove The COVID-19 Vaccines Are Working Need evidence that the coronavirus shots are effective in controlling the pandemic? Look no further. Julia Ries YahooNews

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Read more about 6 Real Examples That Prove The COVID-19 Vaccines Are Working
Log in or register to post comments

ANALYSIS: The pandemic is getting worse, even when it seems like it’s getting better

Wed, 2021-06-02 13:55 — mike kraft

Analysis | The pandemic is getting worse, even when it seems like it’s getting better The coronavirus pandemic may feel over for many Americans, but it’s heating up in other parts of the world. Ishaan Tharoor Washington Post

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about ANALYSIS: The pandemic is getting worse, even when it seems like it’s getting better
Log in or register to post comments

China's largest province tightens coronavirus measures as cases persist

Wed, 2021-06-02 13:32 — mike kraft

China's Guangdong tightens coronavirus measures as cases persist Cities in China's most populous province of Guangdong have locked down compounds and streets and ordered some travellers to furnish negative COVID-19 test results, as health officials battle to control outbreaks. Reuters Reuters

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about China's largest province tightens coronavirus measures as cases persist
Log in or register to post comments

ANALYSIS: The COVID Burden on Black Physicians, and Hospitals in Black Rural areas

Wed, 2021-06-02 13:18 — mike kraft

Institutional Problems, Individual Solutions — The Burden on Black Physicians | NEJM Perspective from The New England Journal of Medicine — Institutional Problems, Individual Solutions — The Burden on Black Physicians Alyssa M. Newman New England Journal of Medicine

The racially disparate impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has attracted increasing attention and concern. Black Americans have been disproportionately affected throughout the pandemic, and gaps replicating the same well-worn patterns of racial inequity are visible in the early rollout of vaccines.

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Medical Personnel

Public Attitudes

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Read more about ANALYSIS: The COVID Burden on Black Physicians, and Hospitals in Black Rural areas
Log in or register to post comments

WHO Director calls for international treaty to boost pandemic preparedness

Tue, 2021-06-01 17:56 — mike kraft

‘Time has come’ for pandemic treaty as part of bold reforms - WHO’s Tedros The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) called on Monday for launching negotiations this year on an international treaty to boost pandemic preparedness, as part of sweeping reforms envisioned by member states. Stephanie Nebehay Reuters

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Disease Prevention

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about WHO Director calls for international treaty to boost pandemic preparedness
Log in or register to post comments

Federal Government guidelines for mandating vaccines for employees

Tue, 2021-06-01 11:34 — mike kraft

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Situation Report

Read more about Federal Government guidelines for mandating vaccines for employees
Log in or register to post comments

WEBINAR: Atlanta Global Health Summit, The Race to Beat Covid-19, on June 1-3

Tue, 2021-06-01 11:10 — mike kraft

IX Annual Atlanta Summit on Global Health: The Race to Beat COVID-19

June 1, 2021 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM ET
June 2 & 3, 2021 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM ET

Online Webinar

Register Here

CSIS <***@***.***>

CSIS is proud to partner with the World Affairs Council of Atlanta, CARE USA, and the Carter Center to co-host the 9th annual Atlanta Global Health Summit, The Race to Beat Covid-19, on June 1-3.

Meeting / Event Tags:

Country / Region Tags:

General Topic Tags:

Problem, Solution, SitRep, or ?:

Read more about WEBINAR: Atlanta Global Health Summit, The Race to Beat Covid-19, on June 1-3
Log in or register to post comments

Pages