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US hits record COVID vaccine distribution pace

Stephanie Soucheray

Apr 12, 2021

"If we tried to vaccinate our way out of what is happening in Michigan, we would be disappointed that it took so long," says CDC director.

Previous COVID-19 may cut risk of reinfection 84%

Mary Van Beusekom

Apr 12, 2021

WHO: Growing COVID-19 surge hits critical point

Lisa Schnirring

Apr 12, 2021

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Osterholm Update: COVID-19

In "Sitting in Limbo," Dr. Osterholm discusses the latest vaccine and variant news in the US, continued inequities related to global vaccine distribution, similarities between vaccines and fireproof suits, and vaccine passports.

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CIDRAP has created a one-stop comprehensive compilation of the most current, authorititive information available on the novel coronavirus. Visit the Resource Center often, as the pandemic is constantly evolving.

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Reassessing COVID Vaccine Deployment

The latest report, "Reassessing COVID-19 vaccine deployment in anticipation of a US B.1.1.7 surge: stay the course or pivot?" assesses the benefit of focusing first doses on seniors.

Studies suggest link between blood clots, AstraZeneca COVID vaccine

Mary Van Beusekom

Apr 09, 2021

Patients in 3 European nations developed an unusual blood clotting disorder.

Reports detail high COVID-19 burden in Native Americans

Lianna Matt McLernon

Apr 09, 2021

Studies spotlight disease impact in Montana and control efforts in two states.

Global groups grapple with stretched COVID vaccine supply

Lisa Schnirring

Apr 09, 2021

Also, UK advisors urge people younger than 30 to get a vaccine other than AstraZeneca when available.

US COVID-19 vaccine allotment to stay the course, despite upticks

Stephanie Soucheray

Apr 09, 2021

Jeff Zients says, "Now is not the time to change course on vaccine allocation,” as some states report dramatic spikes.

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University of Minnesota, Mayo building aerial view

Mar 23, 2021
Director Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, and his COVID-19 work, including the very successful Osterholm Update: COVID-19 podcast, was profiled by the Minneapolis Star Tribune.

Jan 23, 2021
Director Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, and colleagues have a commentary in Health Affairs on bolstering US pandemic resilience.

Nov 9, 2020
Director Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, has been named as part of President-elect Joe Biden's 13-member COVID-19 Advisory Board. The board comprises leading public health experts who will advise Biden, Vice-President-elect Kamala Harris, and the transition team’s COVID-19 staff.

Nov 5, 2020
CIDRAP announced today that it has received a grant from the Carlson Family Foundation to support CIDRAP’s COVID-19 news coverage and related activities.

Sep 30, 2020
CIDRAP has been awarded a grant from the Wellcome Trust to support the enhancement and international reach of the CIDRAP Antimicrobial Stewardship Project (CIDRAP-ASP).

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