Bill and Melinda Gates shared their 2021 Annual Letter, "The Year Global Health Went Local,” on January 27, 2021.
In this year's letter, Bill and Melinda reflect on the worldwide impact of COVID-19 and the global collaboration and scientific innovation fueling one of the largest public health efforts in history.
They share why they are optimistic the world can emerge from the pandemic stronger, healthier, and more resilient, and discuss two areas they believe are essential to building a better future: prioritizing equity and preparing for the next pandemic.
'The Year Global Health Went Local’
‘The Year Global Health Went Local’
Bill and Melinda Gates shared their 2021 Annual Letter, "The Year Global Health Went Local,” on January 27, 2021.
In this year's letter, Bill and Melinda reflect on the worldwide impact of COVID-19 and the global collaboration and scientific innovation fueling one of the largest public health efforts in history.
They share why they are optimistic the world can emerge from the pandemic stronger, healthier, and more resilient, and discuss two areas they believe are essential to building a better future: prioritizing equity and preparing for the next pandemic.
Nasal Spray May Eliminate SARS-CoV-2 Virus
A new in vitro study by Utah State University and Northwestern University finds Xlear components (grapefruit seed extract and xylitol) significantly eliminates SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
The non-peer-reviewed study published on December 21, 2020, tested SARS-CoV-2 virus titers and LRV against a single concentration of Xlear nasal spray.
Cardiovascular Disease Still Leading Cause of Death Worldwide
18.6 million deaths attributed to CVD in 2019, representing a 17.1 percent increase from 2010
COVID-19 Antibody Treatments Exceed Expectations in Early Trials
Eli Lilly and Regeneron asking regulators to expand authorization of their drugs based on the new findings
Adverse Drug Reactions Linked to Hydroxychloroquine Up in 2020
ADRs associated with hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine more than doubled in 2020 versus 2018 and 2019
Respiratory, Physical, Psych Sequelae ID’d After COVID-19 Discharge
Reduced exercise tolerance was most common symptom identified up to four months after hospital discharge
U.S. Government to Increase Vaccine Deliveries to States
The United States ranks fifth in the world in the number of doses administered relative to the country’s population
Certain Factors Increase Pandemic’s Psychological Impact on College Students
Nearly half of college students at high risk for psychological impact
FDA: All Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers From Mexico on ‘Import Alert’
Large number of hand sanitizers from Mexico have tested positive for methanol contamination
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