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Sierra Leone's Health System: After COVID-19

December 22, 2024

In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, Sierra Leone's government took swift action to keep the deadly SARS-CoV-2 virus at bay. They declared a state of emergency on March 24, 2020, even before any cases were confirmed in the country. Soon after, the first COVID-19 case was reported in

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Vaccine Fairness: Seeing the Whole Picture in Ethiopia

December 22, 2024

Fair access to COVID-19 vaccines is crucial, but we don't know much about the situation in Ethiopia. A recent study aims to change that by exploring how different social and geographical factors influence vaccine uptake there. Let's zoom in on what's happening. In Ethiopia, it's not just about havi

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Vaccine Approval in Brazil: Leveraging Expertise and Navigating Politics

December 22, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the crucial role of a country's regulatory abilities. Nations had to fast-track new vaccine technologies amidst scientific uncertainty and political pressure, a particularly tough challenge for middle-income countries with less experience in crisis regulation. How did c

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Social Media's Role in Spotting COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects

December 20, 2024

In the world of vaccines, spotting side effects early is crucial. Traditional methods take a while before we see any data. With COVID-19 vaccines rolling out globally, people are talking about their experiences online. That's where our team comes in. We're using a smart tool to monitor social media

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How Patient Support Groups Adapted Online During COVID-19

December 20, 2024

When the world shut down due to COVID-19, patient organizations had to quickly turn to technology to keep helping those with health conditions. These groups, which normally offer everything from one-on-one support to group meetups and lobbying, had to find new ways to operate online. The sudden chan

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Louisiana's New Vaccine Policy: A Quiet Change

December 20, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Louisiana's health department has been told not to promote vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and mpox. This shocking policy change was uncovered by several news outlets, including NPR and KFF Health News, after they talked to health department employees who wanted to stay a

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Faith and Health: How Religion Impacts Science Views and COVID-19 Outcomes in Finland

December 20, 2024

Let's zoom in on Finland and see how people's religious beliefs affect their views on science and healthcare, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research shows that those who consider themselves more religious tend to have less positive views on science, tech, and medicine compared to non-reli

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The Surprising Role of Start Nucleotides in mRNA Immunity

December 20, 2024

Imagine you're cooking up mRNA in a lab, using a common technique called in vitro transcription (IVT). This method is a big deal for making mRNA therapies and understanding RNA biology. Here's an interesting fact: the mRNA you produce can start with either a 5'-pppG or a 5'-pppA. No big deal, right?

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The Evolution of Tabata: From Athletes to Everyday Fitness

December 20, 2024

Tabata training, first designed for athletes, has gained global popularity. It's a type of intense workout that combines short bursts of high-intensity exercise with quick rest periods. The original idea was to push the body to its limits using cycling exercises, aiming to improve oxygen uptake and

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U. S. Life Expectancy Bounces Back Post-Pandemic

December 19, 2024

Great news! The life expectancy in the U. S. has hit a new high since the pandemic started. In 2023, it climbed to 78. 4 years, which is almost a full year higher than the previous year. What's behind this positive change? A big drop in Covid-19 deaths played a major role. In just one year, Covid we