CDC ENTEBBE

Authors from various institutions collaborated on study conception, data collection, analysis, and manuscript drafting, focusing on tuberculosis research.

GSK's vaccine sales declined in Q3, with shingles vaccine sales down 7% and Arexvy sales plunging 72%. GSK attributes the drop to CDC's narrower recommendation, COVID vaccination prioritization, and lower RSV infections. Despite the decline, GSK maintains Arexvy's strong market share and expects peak annual sales to exceed £3 billion.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an advisory to health care providers, laboratory professionals, and others in health care.

Matthew Cooperberg suggests reclassifying low-grade prostate changes as 'acinar neoplasm' to reduce unnecessary treatments and anxiety, emphasizing active monitoring over immediate intervention for low-risk cases.

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) warns of non-compliant biological materials entering the US, posing risks of infectious disease and biological threats. CBP seized 549,238lb of drugs last year, including 107,510lb of other drugs. Common misconceptions about regulatory approvals complicate safe transport, necessitating permits from USDA and CDC for importation.

The U of A collaborates with Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin for the 'One Pill Can Kill' initiative, launching Oct. 29 to raise awareness about fentanyl and counterfeit pills. Events include a press conference, law enforcement training, and a student training session on opioid overdose response.

The UC Davis MIND Institute's PATH Vaccination Clinic offers COVID-19 and flu vaccines for individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions and their siblings, providing individualized, sensory-friendly care. Appointments are required, and the clinic has a nearly 100% success rate, attracting repeat families due to its positive experience.

AptarGroup reported a 2% core sales growth and a 6% increase in adjusted EPS to $1.49 in Q3, driven by a 12% growth in its Pharma segment. The company acquired SipNose's technology assets to enhance intranasal delivery capabilities and expanded capacity in New York. Adjusted EBITDA margin reached 36%, and free cash flow doubled to $255 million. Aptar expects full-year adjusted EPS between $5.34 and $5.42, with a focus on productivity improvements and a $500 million share repurchase authorization.

Tarrant County convicts Kaeden Farish, 19, to 19 years for fentanyl-related murder under new law. Farish sold fentanyl-laced pills to a 17-year-old who died. Fentanyl, 50x more potent than heroin, is the deadliest drug threat in the U.S., causing 66% of 2021's 107,622 overdose deaths. Rainbow fentanyl, brightly colored, aims to target young adults. Narcan, an opioid antagonist, temporarily reverses overdoses and is now over-the-counter.

Culturally tailored telemonitoring can improve type 2 diabetes management in Hispanic/Latinx communities, addressing language barriers and lifestyle needs. Clinical trials often lack diverse representation, necessitating adaptations to reflect broader patient demographics.