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HHS is allocating an additional 30 million Abbott BinaxNOW tests for vulnerable groups such as nursing homes, HBCUs, tribes and more.
Patient volumes, adjusted admissions and federal funding contribute to the outlook, although outside factors could change this.
Congress continues to debate a $900 billion relief bill that would include funds for vaccine distribution and testing and relief for hospitals.
The FDA is recommending surveillance of Bell’s palsy after four Moderna trial participants developed the temporary facial paralysis.
Walgreens, Costco, CVS and others said they would use existing IT systems to help customers track their vaccination dosage schedule.
Inspired by the Freedom House ambulance project, it is designed to offer employment where the pandemic created or furthered economic disparities.
Health spending increased at a slightly faster rate than gross domestic product, but the report analyzed figures prior to the pandemic.
FDA has issued emergency use authorization for an over-the-counter COVID-19 test that does not require a prescription.
The letter’s recommendations surround relief, recovery, rebuilding and addressing ongoing challenges in equity, workforce and behavioral health.
Concerns about side effects were also a significant barrier that could dampen vaccination rates.