Health Policy
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Biden’s FDA chief nominee narrowly wins Senate confirmation
Dr. Robert Califf returns to lead the FDA as the U.S. continues to cope with the pandemic and opioid epidemic.
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CDC preparing to update mask guidance
“Omicron cases are declining, and we are all cautiously optimistic about the trajectory we’re on.”
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U.S. considers lengthening gap between first two COVID shots to 8 weeks
The move is being considered to lower the risk of heart inflammation and improve vaccine effectiveness.
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Feds’ website for free at-home COVID tests launches day early
Here’s what we know so far.
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Docs pen open letter to support Fauci against partisan ‘attacks’
The personal attacks on Dr. Fauci are a “distraction from what should be the national focus,” according to the letter.
News from the FDA/CDC
CDC to update mask recommendations as Omicron spreads
“The best mask that you wear is the one you will wear and the one you can keep on all day long,” said Dr. Rochelle Walensky.
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FDA backs Pfizer booster for 12- to 15-year-olds
The agency also shortened the recommended time between a second dose and the booster to 5 months or more,
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Califf plans work on opioids, accelerated approvals on return to FDA
In emphasizing the need for continued efforts to address risks of painkillers, Biden’s FDA nominee cites his relatives’ experience in getting 30-...
Commentary
Physician gender pay gap isn’t news; health inequity is rampant
Making compensation formulas gender-blind is an important step – but it is only the first step, not the last.
From the Journals
Mask-wearing cuts new COVID-19 cases by 53%, study says
Social distancing and handwashing were also effective at lowering the number of cases, but wearing masks was the most effective tool against the...
Coding
Advocacy Update: Is Your Practice Equipped to Handle Looming Changes in Dermatopathology?
In July 2021, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a proposed fee schedule that will negatively impact practices that...