Health

[ad_1] Two more US biopharmaceutical firms, Moderna and Arcturus, are set to supply between four million and 25 million of their respective COVID-19 vaccines to the Philippines, Manila’s top diplomat in Washington said on Friday. The Philippine Ambassador, José Manuel Romualdez, said that the vaccines will be ready from the …

[ad_1] A small shopping basket filled with vials labeled “COVID-19 – Coronavirus Vaccine” and a medical symbol are placed on a Moderna logo in this illustration taken on November 29, 2020. REUTERS / Dado Ruvic / Illustration A panel of external advisers from the US Food and Drug Administration overwhelmingly …

[ad_1] Officials in numerous states, including Iowa, Illinois, Washington, Michigan and Oregon, have said they were recently told they would receive fewer doses than originally intended by the federal government’s Operation Warp Speed. “We have millions more doses in our warehouse but, as of now, we have not received shipping …

[ad_1] Manila, Philippines – If President Rodrigo Duterte really wanted to secure the Pfizer vaccine early, why did it take him two months to allow the advance payment to be made to the American pharmaceutical giant? On September 4, a multi-agency meeting, including the Office of the President, was held …

[ad_1] Manila, Philippines – Health officials warned Thursday of an increase in COVID-19 cases in the country following Christmas family gatherings and celebrations, but said this could still be tempered with strict adherence to health measures. “It is no longer a question of whether there will be a surge, but …

[ad_1] The Department of Health (DoH) has warned that at least 4,000 cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) may be recorded per day in Metro Manila if Filipinos do not meet minimum public health standards this holiday season. Undersecretary of Health María Rosario Vergeire. Screenshot from DOH Beat COVID-19 press …

[ad_1] A second Alaskan healthcare worker has suffered an allergic reaction after receiving the Pfizer / BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine. Although there have been no widespread reports of adverse reactions across the country, this is the second in the same hospital system. It is unclear if there is any other connection …

[ad_1] The World Bank approved new $ 900 million project loans that the government sought to recover from the pandemic, improve competitiveness and build resilience in the face of crises and natural disasters. The World Bank said in a statement that it approved a “Promoting Competitiveness and Improving Resilience to …

[ad_1] A second Alaskan healthcare worker has suffered an allergic reaction after receiving the Pfizer / BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine. Although there have been no widespread reports of adverse reactions across the country, this is the second in the same hospital system. It is unclear if there is any other connection …

[ad_1] The Elysee Palace said 42-year-old Macron was diagnosed after being tested “at the onset of the first symptoms.” “In accordance with current health regulations applicable to all, the President of the Republic will isolate himself for 7 days. He will continue working and carrying out his activities remotely,” the …