Friday, October 29, 2021

What's in and what's out of the Biden framework | TheHill

What's in and what's out of the Biden framework | TheHill

CDC Lowers Threshold for Lead Poisoning in Youngest Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

CDC Lowers Threshold for Lead Poisoning in Youngest Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Attorneys General Warn About Pot Products That Look Like Halloween Treats - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Attorneys General Warn About Pot Products That Look Like Halloween Treats - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Georgia medical board silent as doctors spread COVID-19 misinformation

Georgia medical board silent as doctors spread COVID-19 misinformation

Kids hospitalized after reportedly contracting E. coli at Georgia fair

Kids hospitalized after reportedly contracting E. coli at Georgia fair

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Georgia’s top federal contracting universities opt for some vaccine mandates after all - Georgia Recorder

Georgia’s top federal contracting universities opt for some vaccine mandates after all - Georgia Recorder

One Attitude Keeps Many From COVID Vaccine, Study Shows - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

One Attitude Keeps Many From COVID Vaccine, Study Shows - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Most parents don't plan to vaccinate young children against Covid-19 right away, KFF survey finds - CNN

Most parents don't plan to vaccinate young children against Covid-19 right away, KFF survey finds - CNN: The majority of parents say they will not get their younger children vaccinated right away, according to the survey published Thursday from the Kaiser Family Foundation.

5 things to know about Centene's new PBM | Modern Healthcare

5 things to know about Centene's new PBM | Modern Healthcare

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

State says technical ‘reporting errors’ caused data gap on kids’ Medicaid referrals | Georgia Health News

State says technical ‘reporting errors’ caused data gap on kids’ Medicaid referrals | Georgia Health News

Number of Teens Who Vape Marijuana Doubled in 7 Years - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Number of Teens Who Vape Marijuana Doubled in 7 Years - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Centene reports $584M in Q3 profit, falling short of Wall Street projections | FierceHealthcare

Centene reports $584M in Q3 profit, falling short of Wall Street projections | FierceHealthcare

Primary care docs strained by vaccine hesitancy, potential telehealth rollback as COVID-19 pandemic drags on | FierceHealthcare

Primary care docs strained by vaccine hesitancy, potential telehealth rollback as COVID-19 pandemic drags on | FierceHealthcare

Moderna Says Vaccine Produces Powerful Immune Response in Those 6 Through 11 - The New York Times

Moderna Says Vaccine Produces Powerful Immune Response in Those 6 Through 11 - The New York Times

COVID cases falling, but trouble signs arise as winter looms | Modern Healthcare

COVID cases falling, but trouble signs arise as winter looms | Modern Healthcare

Vaccines could be offered for kids as young as 5. What will parents do?

Vaccines could be offered for kids as young as 5. What will parents do?

Friday, October 22, 2021

‘Down to My Last Diaper’: The Anxiety of Parenting in Poverty | Kaiser Health News

‘Down to My Last Diaper’: The Anxiety of Parenting in Poverty | Kaiser Health News

UnitedHealth to cover providers' COVID vaccine underpayments | Modern Healthcare

UnitedHealth to cover providers' COVID vaccine underpayments | Modern Healthcare

Fulton County Schools to drop mask mandate after next vaccine rollout

Fulton County Schools to drop mask mandate after next vaccine rollout

COVID death rate in rural Georgia now double that in urban areas

COVID death rate in rural Georgia now double that in urban areas: Since August, as the pandemic’s delta variant caused a surge in cases, rural Georgians have been dying of COVID-19 at more than twice the rate of their urban counterparts, according to an Atlanta Journal-Constitution analysis of state health data.

CDC Recommends Boosters of Moderna and Johnson&Johnson-Janssen COVID-19 Vaccines | Time

CDC Recommends Boosters of Moderna and Johnson&Johnson-Janssen COVID-19 Vaccines | Time

Thursday, October 21, 2021

The Yelp of Covid: Vigilantes providing safety tips for consumers | Georgia Health News

The Yelp of Covid: Vigilantes providing safety tips for consumers | Georgia Health News

Ivermectin Poisonings Rise as Unproven Use for Covid Soars - Bloomberg

Ivermectin Poisonings Rise as Unproven Use for Covid Soars - Bloomberg

DC’s Harllee Harper Is Using Public Health Tools to Prevent Gun Violence. Will It Work? | Kaiser Health News

DC’s Harllee Harper Is Using Public Health Tools to Prevent Gun Violence. Will It Work? | Kaiser Health News

White House unveils plan to "quickly" vaccinate kids ages 5-11 - Axios

White House unveils plan to "quickly" vaccinate kids ages 5-11 - Axios

Breaking down BCBSA's executive hiring spree | Modern Healthcare

Breaking down BCBSA's executive hiring spree | Modern Healthcare

FDA OKs mixing COVID-19 vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters | Modern Healthcare

FDA OKs mixing COVID-19 vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters | Modern Healthcare

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

A High-Tech Pointer to Pollutants That Trigger Asthma in Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

A High-Tech Pointer to Pollutants That Trigger Asthma in Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Anthem raises outlook after posting $1.5B in Q3 profit thanks to strong membership boost | FierceHealthcare

Anthem raises outlook after posting $1.5B in Q3 profit thanks to strong membership boost | FierceHealthcare

Scientists Search for Cause of Mysterious Covid-Related Inflammation in Children | Kaiser Health News

Scientists Search for Cause of Mysterious Covid-Related Inflammation in Children | Kaiser Health News

COVID-19 and pregnancy: Women regret not getting the vaccine | Modern Healthcare

COVID-19 and pregnancy: Women regret not getting the vaccine | Modern Healthcare

Pediatric groups declare 'national mental health emergency' | Modern Healthcare

Pediatric groups declare 'national mental health emergency' | Modern Healthcare

Provider relief fund reporting to continue after COVID-19 emergency | Modern Healthcare

Provider relief fund reporting to continue after COVID-19 emergency | Modern Healthcare

More Georgia families to get child care subsidy

More Georgia families to get child care subsidy: One reason employers cannot find workers is that many parents lack a safe and affordable place to keep their children, but new federal funding could h

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

China, U.S. Lead World in Saltiest Processed Meats, Fish - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

China, U.S. Lead World in Saltiest Processed Meats, Fish - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Women Doctors Face Higher Levels of Harassment, Frustration: Survey - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Women Doctors Face Higher Levels of Harassment, Frustration: Survey - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Children With Disabilities Face Special Back-to-School Challenges | Kaiser Health News

Children With Disabilities Face Special Back-to-School Challenges | Kaiser Health News

Walmart makes headway into self-insured space with Transcarent partnership | Modern Healthcare

Walmart makes headway into self-insured space with Transcarent partnership | Modern Healthcare

Walgreens doubles down on primary care, home health with major investments in VillageMD, CareCentrix | FierceHealthcare

Walgreens doubles down on primary care, home health with major investments in VillageMD, CareCentrix | FierceHealthcare

Monday, October 18, 2021

State Spending on Poverty Really Pays Off for Kids: Study - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

State Spending on Poverty Really Pays Off for Kids: Study - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Insurance Focused on Virtual Visits? The Pros and Cons of a New Twist in Health Plans | Kaiser Health News

Insurance Focused on Virtual Visits? The Pros and Cons of a New Twist in Health Plans | Kaiser Health News: New, often lower-cost plans capitalize on the convenience of telemedicine — and patients’ growing familiarity with it. But consumers should weigh costs and care options before enrolling in a “virtual-first” plan.

Insurance Focused on Virtual Visits? The Pros and Cons of a New Twist in Health Plans | Kaiser Health News

Insurance Focused on Virtual Visits? The Pros and Cons of a New Twist in Health Plans | Kaiser Health News

States can reserve COVID-19 shots for younger kids next week

States can reserve COVID-19 shots for younger kids next week

FDA advisory panel votes 19-0 to endorse booster dose of J&J vaccine - STAT

FDA advisory panel votes 19-0 to endorse booster dose of J&J vaccine - STAT

Halloween 2021: The Teal Pumpkin Project can save a child on Halloween

Halloween 2021: The Teal Pumpkin Project can save a child on Halloween

Friday, October 15, 2021

Halloween 2021: The Teal Pumpkin Project can save a child on Halloween

Halloween 2021: The Teal Pumpkin Project can save a child on Halloween

Two-Thirds of Parents of Kids Ages 5-11 Plan to Get Them Vaccinated Against COVID: Poll - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Two-Thirds of Parents of Kids Ages 5-11 Plan to Get Them Vaccinated Against COVID: Poll - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

COVID-19 Scan for Oct 14, 2021 | CIDRAP

COVID-19 Scan for Oct 14, 2021 | CIDRAP

COVID vaccine for children | Pediatricians give their thoughts | 11alive.com

COVID vaccine for children | Pediatricians give their thoughts | 11alive.com

Data shows more children are getting sick and dying from Covid

Data shows more children are getting sick and dying from Covid

Thursday, October 14, 2021

Georgia pediatricians prepare to begin vaccinations for children under 12

Georgia pediatricians prepare to begin vaccinations for children under 12

White House tells governors: Get ready to start vaccinating kids - ABC News

White House tells governors: Get ready to start vaccinating kids - ABC News

FDA panel OKs lower-dose Moderna COVID shot for booster

FDA panel OKs lower-dose Moderna COVID shot for booster

Most Georgians struggling to afford health care, survey says | Georgia Health News

Most Georgians struggling to afford health care, survey says | Georgia Health News

'Feel Good' Hormone Won't Help Ease Kids' Autism, Study Finds - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

'Feel Good' Hormone Won't Help Ease Kids' Autism, Study Finds - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

U.S. sees record high of 96,000 drug overdose deaths in 12 month period - Axios

U.S. sees record high of 96,000 drug overdose deaths in 12 month period - Axios: U.S. sees record high of 96,000 drug overdose deaths in 12 month period.

Fourth Covid Wave Receding, But Virus Still Not Under Control | Kaiser Health News

Fourth Covid Wave Receding, But Virus Still Not Under Control | Kaiser Health News

FDA grapples with timing of J&J COVID vaccine booster | Modern Healthcare

FDA grapples with timing of J&J COVID vaccine booster | Modern Healthcare

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Blacks’ vaccination rates rise as many overcome hesitancy, obstacles | Georgia Health News

Blacks’ vaccination rates rise as many overcome hesitancy, obstacles | Georgia Health News

60% of Americans Will Delay or Skip Flu Shot This Year: Survey - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

60% of Americans Will Delay or Skip Flu Shot This Year: Survey - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Golf Cart Injuries Keep Rising Among U.S. Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Golf Cart Injuries Keep Rising Among U.S. Kids - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

AHA News: A Guide For What Doctors and Parents Can Do As Kawasaki Disease Kids Grow Up - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

AHA News: A Guide For What Doctors and Parents Can Do As Kawasaki Disease Kids Grow Up - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Wisconsin parents file lawsuits against school districts over their children's Covid-19 infections - CNN

Wisconsin parents file lawsuits against school districts over their children's Covid-19 infections - CNN

Monday, October 11, 2021

Study Confirms Rise in Child Abuse During COVID Pandemic - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Study Confirms Rise in Child Abuse During COVID Pandemic - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Symptomatic COVID Could Bring on Emergency Delivery in Pregnant Women - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Symptomatic COVID Could Bring on Emergency Delivery in Pregnant Women - Consumer Health News | HealthDay: MONDAY, Oct. 11, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- Pregnant women suffering from COVID-19 with symptoms are more likely to experience complications that call for an emergency delivery, a new study suggests.On top of facing a slightly higher risk for needing an unexpected cesarean section, women with symptoma...

Symptomatic COVID Could Bring on Emergency Delivery in Pregnant Women - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Symptomatic COVID Could Bring on Emergency Delivery in Pregnant Women - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Behavioral, maternal health worsening among children, women, report finds | FierceHealthcare

Behavioral, maternal health worsening among children, women, report finds | FierceHealthcare

Weekly COVID death total worldwide below 50K for first time in 2021

Weekly COVID death total worldwide below 50K for first time in 2021: Kids who can get vaccinated for the coronavirus should do so before trick-or-treating for an “extra degree of protection," Fauci said.

Anti-vaccine chiropractors a rising force of misinformation | Modern Healthcare

Anti-vaccine chiropractors a rising force of misinformation | Modern Healthcare

Merck seeks authorization for promising anti-COVID pill

Merck seeks authorization for promising anti-COVID pill

Thursday, October 7, 2021

Anthem sued over air ambulance denial | Modern Healthcare

Anthem sued over air ambulance denial | Modern Healthcare

AHA News: A 3-year-old girl with Down syndrome is already a model and ambassador of the heart - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

AHA News: A 3-year-old girl with Down syndrome is already a model and ambassador of the heart - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Kids With Food Allergies Are Often Targets for Bullies - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Kids With Food Allergies Are Often Targets for Bullies - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

More than 120,000 US kids had caregivers die during pandemic

More than 120,000 US kids had caregivers die during pandemic: NEW YORK (AP) — The number of U.S. children orphaned during the COVID-19 pandemic may be larger than previously estimated, and the toll has been far greater among Black and Hispanic Americans, a new study suggests.

Pfizer asks U.S. to allow COVID shots for kids ages 5 to 11 | Modern Healthcare

Pfizer asks U.S. to allow COVID shots for kids ages 5 to 11 | Modern Healthcare

Mednax leads pediatric care startup's $25M Series B funding round | Modern Healthcare

Mednax leads pediatric care startup's $25M Series B funding round | Modern Healthcare

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Wellstar-United contract ends without a deal, affecting thousands | Georgia Health News

Wellstar-United contract ends without a deal, affecting thousands | Georgia Health News

Big Rise in Injuries From E-Scooters, Hoverboards - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Big Rise in Injuries From E-Scooters, Hoverboards - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Instagram promoted pages glorifying eating disorders to teen accounts - CNN

Instagram promoted pages glorifying eating disorders to teen accounts - CNN

Racism a strong factor in Black women’s high rate of premature births, study finds | Modern Healthcare

Racism a strong factor in Black women’s high rate of premature births, study finds | Modern Healthcare

Doctors grow frustrated over COVID-19 denial, misinformation

Doctors grow frustrated over COVID-19 denial, misinformation

Cases in children have led recent Georgia COVID-19 surge

Cases in children have led recent Georgia COVID-19 surge

Friday, October 1, 2021

Georgia getting ‘plenty’ of antibody drugs despite feds’ restrictions | Georgia Health News

Georgia getting ‘plenty’ of antibody drugs despite feds’ restrictions | Georgia Health News

Silver Lining Found in Pandemic: Fewer Teens Are Vaping - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Silver Lining Found in Pandemic: Fewer Teens Are Vaping - Consumer Health News | HealthDay

Lawmakers give Facebook a clear message: Don't build Instagram kids

Lawmakers give Facebook a clear message: Don't build Instagram kids: Members of the U.S. Senate used Facebook's own internal documents leaked by a whistleblower to go after the company.

Yes, Some Workers Are Griping — But Vax Mandates Appear To Be Working | Kaiser Health News

Yes, Some Workers Are Griping — But Vax Mandates Appear To Be Working | Kaiser Health News: In California, major hospital systems reported that the health care worker mandate had boosted their vaccination rates to 90% or higher. At Tyson Foods, their vaccinations have jumped from less than half its workforce on Aug. 3 to 91% compliance nearly two months later.

Independent pharmacists urge DOJ to axe UnitedHealth-Change Healthcare deal | Modern Healthcare

Independent pharmacists urge DOJ to axe UnitedHealth-Change Healthcare deal | Modern Healthcare

Centene adds $71 million to state Medicaid drug pricing settlements | Modern Healthcare

Centene adds $71 million to state Medicaid drug pricing settlements | Modern Healthcare