Month: July 2022

WHO Discusses Declaring Monkeypox Emergency, No Decision Yet

Monkeypox experts discussed Thursday whether the World Health Organization should classify the outbreak as a global health emergency – the highest alarm it can sound. A second meeting of the WHO’s emergency committee on the virus was held to examine the worsening situation,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on July 21, 2022

Senate Advances Drug Price Bill Amidst Health Crisis

Amidst a health crisis, President Biden tests positive for covid-19, joining other top officials. Nevertheless, progress is being made on a Senate bill that could revolutionize prescription drug prices. The bill would allow Medicare to negotiate prices and cap out-of-pocket costs for seniors. In addition, the Supreme Court’s recent abortion ruling has left both supporters […]

Published on July 21, 2022

How vaccine-related fears affect the flu shot experience

Imagine you’re about to ride a roller coaster. The anticipation creates a mix of excitement and anxiety. Well, getting a flu shot can be a similar experience for some people. A recent study explored how fears about vaccines influence the flu shot process. The research showed that these fears not only make people less likely […]

Published on July 21, 2022