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Advancing research on human immune systems in India to develop better vaccines

Express Pharma

The vaccine efforts of the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted our knowledge about gaps in the immune system. Reductionist systems, such as genetically identical inbred mice, have long been the choice for immunology research, which focuses on studying the cells, tissues, and organs that make up the immune system.

Immunity 105
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High levels of exposure to COVID virus may reduce protection from vaccination, prior infection: Study

Express Pharma

The study was performed to understand whether the immunity gained after vaccination or a prior infection was less effective or “leaky” in situations where people are exposed to high levels of the virus.

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Ex-Merck & Co scientist accused of stealing trade secrets could face jail

pharmaphorum

In a document outlining the charges against Shafat Quadri, of North Potomac, Maryland the US Department of Justice (DoJ) referred only to “one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world” based in New Jersey.

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The Febrile Infant: Incorporating the 2021 American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

Children 29 days or older with fever from a documented viral source can be managed according to their clinical presentation and can go outside the algorithm. This requires a documented positive viral swab and not just a presentation consistent with a viral syndrome. What should be done if the viral panel is positive ?

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U.S. Authorities Seek Documents From Troubled Covid Vaccine Manufacturer

NY Times

Emergent BioSolutions, which ruined 75 million vaccine doses at its Baltimore plant, disclosed records requests from Congress and federal and state law enforcement agencies.

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Study: Pfizer Vaccine Protects Against Hospitalization for Six Months

NY Times

The findings, which also document a waning of protection against infection, come as officials debate the necessity and timing of booster shots.

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Immunization Injection Injury Occurs at Pharmacy

Pharmacy Times

Importance of clear and accurate documentation is emphasized in patient claim for compensation.