Immunoglobulin G spike receptor binding domain antibody levels similar after primary series, booster dose
U.S. to Require Negative COVID-19 Test For Chinese Visitor Entry
The new rule, set to go into effect on Jan. 5, was created in response to a surge in COVID-19 cases in China
Molnupiravir Does Not Reduce COVID-19-Related Hospitalization, Death
No reduction in COVID-19-associated hospitalizations or deaths seen among high-risk, vaccinated adults
China Eases Travel Rules as COVID-19 Restrictions Lift
During the pandemic, the country has limited passports, allowing them only for family emergencies or some work travel
COVID-19 Vaccination Bests Natural Immunity for Cutting Death, Hospitalizations
However, natural immunity tied to lower incidence of new infection
Pediatric Mental Health Emergency Visits With Prolonged LOS Up During 2021
Pediatric mental health visits with length of stay >12 and >24 hours accounted for 20.9 and 7.3 percent of all visits
Life Expectancy Down to 76.4 Years in 2021
Age-specific deaths rates increased for all age groups 1 year and over; no significant change seen in infant mortality rates
Children’s Firearm Injuries Up During the Pandemic
Significant increases seen among children who are Black, very young, and with public insurance
2001 to 2021 Saw Decline in Physician Work Hours
However, trend offset by increase in advanced practice professionals weekly work hours
Bivalent COVID-19 mRNA Booster Effective
Bivalent booster is effective against COVID-19 hospitalization in immunocompetent adults, seniors