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Jiangsu Gdk Biotechnology Co. Ltd. will further develop its vaccine pipeline after it started trading on the Shanghai Stock Exchange Star Market on Aug. 2, where it raised ¥1.21 billion ($187 million) through an initial public offering of 22 million shares. The company plans to use the proceeds from the listing to establish a manufacturing plant to produce its quadrivalent influenza vaccine and invest in R&D for other vaccine candidates, as well as replenish working capital and repay bank loans. BioWorld BioWorld Asia Financings Public Initial public offering IPO Asia-Pacific China Adblock test (Why?)

The UK-based GlaxoSmithKline used a "Little Red Riding Hood"-themed ad for its whooping cough vaccine that falsely claimed it could prevent adult carriers from passing the disease children too young to take it themselves, a proposed class-action suit alleges. Plaintiff Lori DeCostanzo, who claims she  made the allegations in a suit filed on Sunday in New York Eastern District Court over the marketing of its Boostrix vaccine for the prevention of whooping cough transmission. The suit was filed by Sipertri & Glimstad on behalf of individuals who claim that they were injected with the Boostrix vaccine based on misleading information. Counsel have not yet appeared for the defendant. The case is 2:21-cv-04869, DeCostanzo v. GlaxoSmithKline PLC, et al. Adblock test (Why?)

On a trip to Barbados in his late teens, George Washington caught one of the luckiest breaks of his life: Smallpox. It probably didn't seem like good fortune just then. It was a deadly disease, and even survivors suffered miserably from fever, vomiting, headaches and pus-filled pox. But after convalescing for a month at a rented house, young Washington had lifelong immunity — a rare gift at the time for a Virginian, and one that would come in handy decades later. By 1776, he was the commander in chief of the Continental Army in the Revolutionary War, and his protection from smallpox was a factor in his getting the job. When an outbreak of smallpox devastated the young nation, he made a bold decision to require his troops to be immunized. It was an act that has been repeated by presidents and military leaders throughout American history, including Monday, when the Defense Department announced it would require service members to get a coronavirus vaccine. George Washington knew the t...

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WINSTON COUNTY - So it shall be as it was? Over the previous months, Winston County has been labeled as a county with some of the fewest COVID-19 vaccinations in the state. As of last Thursday, only 34.5 percent of the eligible population had  received at least one dose of the vaccine. This statement echoes the same sentiment as the polio vaccine did in the 1950s. Dr. D.G. Hill of the state health department wrote in 1957, that only 25 percent of Winston County's population that was under the age of 20 and expectant mothers received polio inoculations, a group consisting of 9,268 individuals. "Your county is at the bottom on the list with regard to percentage of persons immunized," Gill said. "It must be a severe shock to parents of children who were stricken with paralytic polio to realize that effective prevention of this crippling disease has been available for two years. They must live with the knowledge that they neglected to give them and you enough i...

What Is jock itch? Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a common rash that primarily surfaces in the groin area due to a buildup of heat and moisture. The fastest way to cure it is to wash and keep the area clean and dry. Topical treatments and medications can also help speed healing. Tinea cruris, usually referred to as jock itch, is a very common condition that is uncomfortable. The condition itself is not severe, but it can worsen quickly causing discomfort and even infection, so it requires swift treatment.  Jock itch is a term used to describe a rash that primarily surfaces in the groin area due to a buildup of heat and moisture. Its scientific name is tinea cruris, which means leg fungus. It is not a worm, but it is a form of ringworm. These types of fungus are called ringworm due to the ring shaped patterns that rashes tend to form on your skin.  Y...

Ringworm and eczema are both skin conditions that cause dry, inflamed, and itchy skin. However, the causes and treatment options for each are very different. Ringworm, also known as tinea, is a fungal infection that causes a ring-shaped rash with a raised, scaly border. It can occur anywhere on the body and is highly contagious. Eczema, on the other hand, is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, red patches of skin. One type of eczema called nummular eczema is often confused with ringworm because it also causes a circular rash. Nummular eczema causes red or brown coin-shaped or oval patches over the arms, hands, legs, and torso. Nummular eczema is not contagious. FluxFactory / Getty Images Frequent Symptoms Ringworm and nummular eczema can appear as very similar rashes. They both cause circular, dry, itchy patches of skin.  Ringworm  Ringworm can appear anywhere on the body, but is most often found on the fee...

[unable to retrieve full-text content] What's Going Around: Hand, foot and mouth, bronchiolitis, COVID-19 and influenza    ABC27

The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps, and rubella, or MMR. The vaccine typically occurs in two doses during infancy and early childhood. Some adults may need to take the vaccine as well, such as those who travel internationally. The MMR vaccine is a safe, effective, and affordable vaccine that provides lifelong protection in most people. MMR vaccinations have led to these diseases being much less common in the United States. Side effects are generally mild and severe reactions are typically rare. However, the MMR vaccine may not be suitable for everyone. A person with any concerns should talk with their doctor to discuss all options. In this article, we discuss the efficacy and safety of the MMR vaccine and suggest who should get it. The MMR vaccine provides protection against three diseases: Measles : This is a viral infection that starts with symptoms similar to a cold that progresses to a body rash. It can have serious and life threatening complications , especially in p...

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Many are learning to keep their proof of vaccination handy. As of Friday it's a requirement in San Francisco for most indoor settings; restaurants, gyms and concerts. But hotels and conventions are also part of the mandate and some travelers are pushing back. Newlyweds Belma and Ernad were spending their wedding night at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, where proof of vaccination is required. RELATED: SF vaccine mandate now in effect for indoor bars, restaurants, gyms, more "The more people who get vaccinated, it's going to be better for everyone, so hopefully no one asks for vaccination cards when cases come down," said groom Ernad Dzananovic. Proof of vaccination is not required to check in, but posted signs say you'll need to show proof in hotel bars and restaurants. The Hotel Council of San Francisco has launched a new campaign, "Relax We're Vaxxed," educating travelers about the new rules. "So if someone is not vacc...

In the spring of 1940, a Minneapolis lawyer carried his polio-ravaged 18-year-old son down the stairs of their home at 5210 Girard Av. S. Despite treatment at President Roosevelt's polio treatment center in Georgia, Henry Haverstock Jr., was in rough shape. Both legs, an arm, his back and stomach were paralyzed. His body was trapped in a stiff corset. Doctors said the steel braces would remain on his legs for the rest of his life. "There is some woman here from Australia," Dr. John Pohl told Henry's parents. "I don't know if she has anything, but he won't walk again and it's worth a try." ...

Vaxelis™ (diphtheria and tetanus toxoids and acellular pertussis, inactivated poliovirus, Haemophilus b conjugate and hepatitis B vaccine) is now available in the US.  Vaxelis is the first hexavalent combination vaccine indicated for active immunization to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, poliomyelitis, hepatitis B, and invasive disease due to Haemophilus influenzae type b. The vaccine is approved for use as a 3-dose series in children from 6 weeks through 4 years of age (prior to the 5th birthday). The 3-dose series consists of a 0.5mL intramuscular injection administered at 2, 4, and 6 months of age. Vaxelis has been included as a combination vaccine option in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) recommended 2021 Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule. Three doses of Vaxelis constitute a primary immunization course against diphtheria, tetanus, H. influenzae type b invasive disease and poliomyelitis; however, the 3-do...

Preventive healthcare includes taking care of your eyesight. The National Institute for Aging offers the following tips for preserving your vision. Get Regular Eye Exams Having problems with your eyes is common, but they can go unnoticed for a long time. A dilated eye exam is vital to finding eye problems early, which is when treatment is most effective. The recommended frequency of dilated eye exams can vary, so ask your doctor what schedule is best for you. The National Institute for Aging suggests completing a dilated eye exam every one to two years if: You're at least 60 years old. You're African American and at least 40 years old. You have a family history of glaucoma. You have diabetes. You have hypertension. Testing for visual acuity, depth perception, eye alignment and eye movement are all part of this exam. After administering dilating eye drops, your eye doctor can see inside your eyes and check for signs of health problems. Wear Protection to ...

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A third-grade teacher from Utah has gone viral with a simple lesson she uses in her classroom.  Aimee Scott told FOX News she decided to create the video of her "Band-Aid lesson" after meeting with several parents worried for their children at the start of the school year. The idea was to share it with other teachers so they could use it in their classrooms too. "At the beginning of the year, parents come rushing in with their concerns about their children," Scott said. "They tell me all of the things that they are worried their children will be teased about. Type 1 diabetic children who need extra snacks to regulate their blood sugar and have beeping Dexcom monitors, students with ADHD who need flexible seating or fidget toys to help them concentrate, anxious students who need extra time on tests. The list is endless."  Here's how the "Band-Aid lesson" works. TEACHER EXPLAINS WHY SHE HAS ...

Lab-grown antibodies can help the immune system fight the coronavirus, but they're no substitute for COVID-19 vaccination. Share on Pinterest A monoclonal antibody is a laboratory-produced protein that functions like the antibodies made by the immune system in response to infection. Craig F. Walker/The Boston Globe via Getty Images As COVID-19 cases continue to surge throughout the United States, demand for monoclonal antibody treatments is spiking, especially in areas of the country with low vaccination rates. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) , this experimental treatment uses "laboratory-made proteins that mimic the immune system's ability to fight off harmful antigens such as viruses" like SARS-CoV-2. It's especially useful for people with weakened immune systems who may not generate a robust response to the COVID-19 vaccines, and for others at high risk of severe illness. While monoclonal antibodies can start to clear the coronavirus within ...