The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reissued its Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for decontamination systems that are authorized to decontaminate compatible N95 respirators used by healthcare personnel.
N95 respirators and surgical masks are examples of personal protective equipment (PPE) that are used to protect the wearer from airborne particles and from liquid contaminating the face.
Decontaminating Compatible N95 Respirators Reauthorized
Guidance Issued for COVID-19 Vaccination of Cancer Patients
Patients with cancer should be prioritized for vaccination; caregivers and household/close contacts should undergo vaccination when possible
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Venous thromboembolism seen in 6.3 percent and major bleeding seen in 2.8 percent of critically ill COVID-19 patients