AstraZeneca drops plans for Covid jab approval in US The drugs giant will instead focus its Covid-19 vaccine efforts elsewhere globally and for its use as a booster. The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
High-risk groups top priority for 2023 Covid jabs Authorities plan to acquire enough Covid-19 vaccines next year initially for 18 million people in high-risk groups, with the number of shots each person will need subject to World Health Organization (WHO) guidance. Bangkok Post · Nov 10, 2022
Is cannabis an effective antibiotic? Cannabis-based drugs like CBD and THC show surprising potential for defeating antibiotic-resistant germs Salon · Nov 10, 2022
RSV: Single jab approved for virus that can cause pneumonia in babies RSV can lead to severe lung issues in very young children including bronchiolitis and pneumonia The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
Vaccine advocate, on science, truth, and why he’s not a fan of the latest COVID boosters PHILADELPHIA -- Philadelphia’s most prominent immunization expert isn’t planning to get the latest COVID-19 booster shot, and doesn’t think most others need to either. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Nov 10, 2022
How long can you test positive for Covid and when are you infectious? A surge in cases is indicating a new wave has started in the UK The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
Nine Covid symptoms affecting the fully vaccinated — and signs you may have it Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of variant, experts say The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
Who can get an autumn Covid booster jab and how do I book? Booster vaccinations are being offered to everyone in England over the age of 50 The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2022
Health department says fifth COVID-19 vaccine doses not being recommended for most people amid rising cases The Department of Health says fifth doses of a COVID-19 vaccine are not currently being recommended for most people. ABC News · Nov 10, 2022
Dutch, UK fentanyl sellers hit with Treasury sanctions Two Dutch nationals, an Englishman and nine companies have been targeted for sanctions by the U.S. government for allegedly operating an illegal fentanyl ring that generated millions of dollars in virtual currency The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022
Parents urged to support research aimed at protecting babies from RSV infections Respiratory Syncytial Virus is the leading cause of infant hospital admissions in the UK. The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2022
Is This Biotech Stock a Rising Star in the Making? Shares of oncology-focused biotechnology company Sonnet BioTherapeutics (SONN) have plummeted more than 70% in price year-to-date due to its poor financials and the broad-based market sell-off. However, the company is advancing its drug candidates via research breakthroughs, clinical trials, and strategic initiatives. Given the company’s constant progress, can this biotech… StockNews.com · Nov 9, 2022
EXCLUSIVE: New Partnership Brings Leading Psychedelic Protocol For Alcoholism Treatment To NYC NYC-based clinics brand Nushama has partnered with Awakn Life Sciences (OTCQB: AWKNF), a clinical-stage psychedelics biotech company to bring Benzinga · Nov 9, 2022
Inhalable and nasal Covid vaccines could trump regular shots We need to consider a vaccine strategy that will provide longer-term immunity Wales Online · Nov 9, 2022
Tribune News Service · Nov 9, 2022 Pfizer’s COVID cash powers a ‘marketing machine’ on the hunt for new supernovas For drugmaker Pfizer, a fortune amassed in the COVID pandemic is now paving the path to pharma nirvana: a weight loss pill worth billions.
ABC News · Nov 9, 2022 Needle-free COVID-19 vaccine trial begins on the Sunshine Coast in Australian-first An Australian-first clinical trial for a new needle-free COVID-19 vaccine has begun on the Sunshine Coast, in good news for those who fear the jab.
Wales Online · Nov 9, 2022 Pfizer boss labels Covid a 'multibillion-dollar franchise' as vaccine cost set to soar Chief financial officer David Denton reportedly told investors at the drug maker that he expects profits will continue to rise
Daily Mirror · Nov 8, 2022 Breakthrough Covid drug for vulnerable proven to save lives - but it's not free on NHS Research suggests the drug, called Evusheld, would be 88% effective at preventing intensive care admission for people with weakened immune systems still shielding from Covid because vaccines don't work for them.
Tribune News Service · Nov 8, 2022 Widening tech, biotech job cuts could jolt broader Bay Area economy: experts SAN JOSE, Calif. — Bay Area tech and biotech companies have recently revealed plans to chop thousands of jobs, layoffs that raise the specter that these cutbacks might haunt the region’s broader economy.
Reuters · Nov 8, 2022 Novavax says Omicron shot shows strong immune response as second booster Vaccine maker Novavax Inc said on Tuesday its COVID-19 shot retooled against the Omicron BA.1 variant showed a strong immune response as the fourth dose and met the main goal of strain change in a late-stage study.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 8, 2022 Psychedelic drug research held back by UK rules and attitudes, say scientists Active ingredient of magic mushrooms still classified as having no medical value, despite clinical success
Wales Online · Nov 8, 2022 Omicron 'grandchildren' mean 300 Covid-19 strains now discovered across the world The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said these are filling the gaps where Omicron was once rampant
Salon · Nov 8, 2022 Pandemic greed killed 1.3 million: study Hoarding vaccines led to 1.3 million unnecessary deaths, while rich countries wasted their shots
Reuters · Nov 8, 2022 Uganda shortens school term by two weeks to curb Ebola Uganda will shorten the school term by two weeks to reduce daily contact amongst students and help curb the spread of Ebola, the education minister said on Tuesday.
ABC News · Nov 8, 2022 Calls to expand fifth COVID vaccine rollout as ATAGI considers guidelines Pressure is mounting on the federal government to expand access to fifth COVID vaccine doses, with a growing number of vulnerable Australians facing waning immunity at a time when case numbers across the country are expected to rise.