Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of Feb. 8 to 12, 2021. This …
COVID-19 Vaccines for U.S. Children Still Months Away
Pfizer and Moderna conducting trials of their vaccines in children 12 and older and hope to have findings by the summer
Most Adults Will Continue Public Health Safety Measures After Pandemic
Majority of adults say they will continue frequent handwashing, mask wearing, and avoiding crowds
COVID-19’s Mortality Risk 3.5 Times Greater Than the Flu
A recent study published by the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) found that the risk of death from COVID-19 was 3.5 times higher than from the seasonal flu.
"We can now say that COVID-19 is much more severe than seasonal influenza," said Dr. Amol Verma, St. Michael's Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, and the University of Toronto, in a press statement.
COVID-19’s Mortality Risk 3.5 Times Greater Than the Flu
A recent study published by the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) found that the risk of death from COVID-19 was 3.5 times higher than from the seasonal flu.
"We can now say that COVID-19 is much more severe than seasonal influenza," said Dr. Amol Verma, St. Michael's Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, and the University of Toronto, in a press statement.
Shortage Forces Temporary Closure of Five LA COVID-19 Vaccination Sites
Including Dodger Stadium, which is one of the largest vaccination centers in the United States
Supreme Court Should Uphold Affordable Care Act: Biden Administration
Health law provides about 23 million people with health insurance, prevents discrimination against preexisting conditions
Modifications Can Improve Mask Efficacy for Reducing Exposure
Receiver’s exposure maximally reduced (>95 percent) when source and receiver were fitted with modified medical procedure masks
CDC: COVID-19 Quarantines Not Necessary for Vaccinated People
However, vaccinated individuals should still practice social distancing, take other precautions
COVID-19 Vaccination Intent Increased From Sept. to Dec. 2020
Intent to receive vaccination increased among adults aged 65 years and older, essential workers, and younger adults with underlying conditions