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Monkeypox update

Monkeypox Virus – Update When is the next spike? This is difficult to predict and depends on many factors. Currently, as of September 2022, we see this infection moving primarily within adult males with links to the LGBTQI+ community. There are certainly cases outside this community but as of now, this is a population with …

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MonkeyPox

MonkeyPox Monkeypox Saliva-based Testing Testing advancements. Monkeypox testing takes a step forward with the addition of a saliva-based home test kit. Although the FDA has not yet approved the test as of this writing, we expect the test will be available for use this Fall. Exactly if or when the FDA approval will occur is …

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MonkeyPox

MonkeyPox What is it? Is it contagious How do you treat it? According to the CDC, Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. Monkeypox virus is part of the same family of viruses as variola virus, the virus that causes smallpox. Monkeypox symptoms are similar to smallpox symptoms, but milder, …

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Neutralizing Antibodies Testing

Comprehensive and reliable antibody and immune monitoring solution in the fight against COVID-19 Features of Neutralizing Antibodies (NAb) Testing:  • Assesses multiple antibody types against multiple SARS-CoV-2 antigens • Holds a high sensitivity profile has 10 measures for a complete picture of an individual’s immune response* • Detects the level of antibodies from either a …

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COVID-19 FDA Questions

Food And Drug Administration Excerpt from Source: FDA The FDA Answers COVID-19 Questions This section is primarily intended for SARS-CoV-2 test developers. For general public and consumer FAQs on COVID-19, please see FDA’s COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions. This section provides answers to frequently asked questions relating to the development and performance of tests for SARS-CoV-2. …

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Value of Having Good PPE

Protecting Your Students, Staff, Workers, and Everyone Your Are Responsible to Serve. Excerpt from Source: Advent Health University PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) A short excerpt from an article on the importance of having good PPE and how to properly use the gear (February 1, 2021 article): The Importance of PPE Professionals in every occupation face …

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