Population Health
Patients with severe allergies to foods, oral drugs, latex or venom can still safely receive the COVID-19 vaccines.
The state's nursing homes have seen more than 10,000 COVID-19 cases and close to 2,000 deaths.
The findings give healthcare workers an insight into how patients may be affected, and could lead to more effective treatments.
There were no safety issues found, and the side effects have been mild, although more research is needed on its effect on transmission.
Some of the hurdles around vaccine distribution could be addressed with high-tech solutions, particularly where environmental management is concerned.
Inequities were found by race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, age, and when someone used a language other than English.
Roughly 40% of Medicare beneficiaries plan to get a coronavirus vaccine, the highest percentage among all groups.
The investigational vaccine is made from a stabilized form of the coronavirus spike protein using recombinant protein nanoparticle technology.
Access and communication are the main barriers to entry for older Americans seeking to utilize virtual care.
An individual diabetes patient can expect to pay about $9,600 each year on diabetes medical costs alone.