News
FDA OKs emergency use of Merck pill for COVID-19
- Author:
- Damian McNamara, MA
Publish date: December 23, 2021
Similar to FDA authorization of another antiviral pill regimen granted to Pfizer, molnupiravir should be taken early in the course of COVID-19...
News
FDA authorizes Pfizer antiviral pill for COVID-19
- Author:
- Damian McNamara, MA
Publish date: December 22, 2021
The antiviral is only for people who test positive for the coronavirus and who are at high risk for severe COVID...
News
Convalescent plasma cuts COVID-19 hospitalizations in half: Study
- Author:
- Damian McNamara, MA
Publish date: December 22, 2021
“We have a new tool to keep people from progressing in their disease and to reduce progression or...
News
First Omicron variant case identified in U.S.
- Author:
- Damian McNamara, MA
Publish date: December 1, 2021
“All close contacts have been contacted and have tested negative.”
Opinion
Q&A: Meeting the challenge of giving COVID vaccines to younger kids
- Author:
- Damian McNamara, MA
- Kelly Davis, MA
Publish date: November 3, 2021
Pediatric experts share best practices for meeting the challenges of immunizing children aged 5-11 years.