covid An infectious disease physician explains why oral antiviral pills for COVID-19 are badly needed By Patrick Jackson, Assistant Professor of Infectious Diseases, University of Virginia | The Conversation | November 19, 2021 Two new antiviral drugs could soon be the first effective oral treatments for COVID-19 to help keep people out of the hospital.
COVID-19 Quarantine and tracing rules are all over the map for school students By Sheila Mulrooney Eldred | Kaiser Health News | November 16, 2021 Inconsistent policies can frustrate families and teachers.
COVID-19 Newsom extends COVID emergency rules By Emily Hoeven | CalMatters | November 15, 2021 The governor cited a possible surge in COVID cases and short-staffed hospitals when announcing his decision.
Bay Area State, counties declare COVID booster jabs are open to all adults By Eli Walsh | Bay City News Foundation and Exedra Staff | November 12, 2021 Several Bay Area public health agencies agreed that "vague" CDC guidelines about booster eligibility mean any eligible adult qualifies.
COVID-19 Alameda County to mandate COVID-19 vaccine or weekly testing for first responders By Keith Burbank | Bay City News Foundation | November 10, 2021 The new rule comes into effect Dec. 21.
gavin newsom What California parents need to know about COVID vaccinations for children | Quick Guide By Diana Lambert | EdSource | November 10, 2021 Children 5 and older are now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccination; here are answers to common questions.
covid What’s the difference between PCR and antigen tests? A molecular biologist explains By Nathaniel Hafer Assistant Professor, Program in Molecular Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School | The Conversation | November 9, 2021 Each test plays a role in detecting the novel coronavirus and helping prevent its spread.
California California rolled out websites and apps to fight COVID-19 — did they work? By Grace Gedye | CalMatters | November 9, 2021 Despite hiccups and even some larger malfunctions, the state's COVID information systems have largely been a success.
business Are California’s vaccine rules making inequality worse? By Emily Hoeven | CalMatters | November 8, 2021 The problem is particularly acute when it comes to public education because it could block already underserved students from school.
COVID-19 Why vaccine doses differ for babies, kids, teens and adults By Brian Peppers Assistant Professor of Pediatric and Adult Allergy/Immunology, West Virginia University | The Conversation | November 5, 2021 An immunologist explains how your immune system changes as you mature.