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The reputation of all COVID-19 vaccines hinges on improving perceptions of the Johnson and Johnson shot. Katherine J. Wu ,
Had Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine been the first to get the FDA’s green light, it might have been hailed from the get-go for what it actually is: a scientific and technological marvel. It requires just one injection to confer full immunity a boon for needlephobes and tough-to-reach populations who can’t easily access a second dose. It’s relatively cheap and has forgiving refrigeration requirements, making it a breeze to ship and store. And clinical trials showed that it’s a knockout at guarding against hospitalization and death, and 66 percent effective at preventing moderate to severe cases of COVID-19, even amid the rise of antibody-dodging coronavirus variants. Johnson & Johnson accomplished all
Many people have picked up foraging as a hobby during the pandemic in an effort to get outside. The Blue Ridge Poison Center is warning people to be careful when picking and eating your own plants.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to people spending more time outdoors and sparked an increased interest in foraging for wild foods, which can lead to accidental poisoning.
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Many infants aren t getting common childhood vaccines, study finds
Experts are worried about kids’ protection against potentially life-threatening infections 04/30/2021
Photo (c) vgajic - Getty ImagesWhile a lot of attention is currently being paid to the COVID-19 vaccine, a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Virginia Health System evaluated infants’ overall vaccination records.
According to their findings, nearly 30% of infants aren’t vaccinated for common childhood illnesses like measles, chickenpox, or polio. The team is particularly concerned about what this means for kids’ general health and wellness because missing these crucial vaccines can leave them susceptible to serious illnesses.