MedCity News July 30, 2024
In the face of new variants and lower public acceptance of vaccination, it’s imperative that we take stock of lessons learned from previous seasons and examine key barriers to uptake as we prepare for this fall and winter – from adjusting approval timelines at the federal level, to implementing programs to address vaccine complacency, convenience and confidence.
It’s been over four years since the first reported case of Covid-19, and although it is no longer the public health emergency it once was, it remains the leading respiratory infectious disease responsible for hospitalizations and deaths. And, while Covid-19 may no longer define most of our daily lives, it still does for many – nearly 20% of U.S. adults continue to suffer...