Scandal over COVID vaccine trial at Peruvian universities spurs outrage

[#item_title] A clinical trial of COVID-19 vaccines in Peru has sparked outrage and triggered a series of high-profile resignations at universities and in government. Politicians, researchers and some of their family members who were not enrolled as trial participants nevertheless received vaccines — breaching standard protocols. Investigations are ongoing as the country struggles to inoculate its general population with limited...

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Greater Shreveport Chamber: LSU Shreveport LPN Students Administer COVID-19 Vaccine At State Fairgrounds

[#item_title] The LSU Shreveport Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) students have joined a team of healthcare workers at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to area residents. Not only are the students gaining experience administering vaccines, they are helping the community during the pandemic. Andrea Marlow, an LSUS LPN student, says, “Working alongside medical students, nurses, and the...

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PRESS RELEASE: Laura Trott MP calls for an end to under 18’s receiving Botox and cosmetic fillers

Conservative MP for Sevenoaks and Swanley, Laura Trott, is today introducing a Private Members Bill which would ban under 18’s from being able to receive cosmetic Botox or fillers. The Bill, entitled, the “Botulinum Toxin and Cosmetic Fillers (Children) Bill” will also require a doctor, registered medical practitioner, or a health professional to administer such procedures where there is a...

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Know Your Epinephrine Auto-Injector Options and How to Use Your Device

When the FDA approved Teva’s device as a generic version of the EpiPen, we received an overwhelming “Huh? I thought my [insert name here] is the generic?” It’s true… the lingo can be confusing, but it’s important to know your options and how to use your device. Let’s clarify. First, it’s important to know the proper name for the device...

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