At-home Covid-19 antibody tests could put people at risk and mislead the public, health experts have warned. The Royal College of Pathologists has written to Health Secretary Matt Hancock asking for tougher regulations on the has-you-had-it tests. Officials have not yet had to approve a home anti-antibody test for use, …
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Image by image Alastair Fraser-Urquhart Would you agree that coronavirus stings your nose? All, in the name of science. There are enough who would, and indeed campaign to be allowed to take part in so-called “challenge trials” to try to accelerate the development of a coronavirus vaccine. Alastair Fraser-Urquhart is …
Read More »What will life in LA County be like if it continues with the COVID pandemic? Dr. Barbara Ferrer answers your questions
There is still a lot of uncertainty, but what will life in Los Angeles County be like if you continue with the coronavirus pandemic and what is being done now to minimize the impact? County Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer arrived at Eyewitness News via Skype to answer viewers’ …
Read More »Finish Line of Pfizer Eyes Vaccine Race
Pfizer, BioNTech release positive early data from Phase 1 trial Will apply for regulatory review by October if tears are successful 7 vaccine candidates from around the world are currently undergoing late stage tests Last night, US drug maker Pfizer and its German biotechnology partner BioNTech shared positive early data …
Read More »Uber and Lyft are increasing lobbying efforts in California and nationwide
FOX Business’ Gerri Willis reports on ride-sharing companies Uber and Lyft, which will be able to continue operating in California after receiving an order for emergency leave from a judge by profession. Uber and Lyft have revamped their lobbying force in recent years as they face a potential death blow …
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