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Medicaid ACOs and Managed Care: A Tale of 2 States
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This report reviews the efforts of Massachusetts and Minnesota to blend their MCOs with an ACO approach to meet Medicaid’s goals.
Association of mRNA Vaccination with Clinical and Virologic Features of COVID-19 Among US Essential and Frontline Workers
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A study of essential and frontline workers with COVID-19 showed that two or three vaccine doses reduced symptoms, missed work, and the need for medical care.
Impact of Age and Symptom Development on SARS-CoV-2 Transmission in Households With Children—Maryland, New York, and Utah, August 2020–October 2021
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A new CDC study from the pre-Omicron era shows COVID-19 vaccines reduce the chance of COVID-19 infection, and isolation helps prevent transmission.
Parental Intentions and Perceptions toward COVID-19 Vaccination Among Children Aged 4 Months to 4 Years — PROTECT Cohort, Four States, July 2021–May 2022
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Parental intent to vaccinate children younger than five has declined over time as parents were less likely to think the vaccine was effective and safe.
Longitudinal Patterns of Military Spouse Alcohol Consumption: Findings from the Millennium Cohort Family Study
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Most military spouses don’t engage in risky drinking, but one in five did, with about half having moved into the risky drinking category over time.
High Burden of COVID-19 Among Unvaccinated Law Enforcement Officers and Fire Fighters
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First responders are at increased risk for COVID-19, but have relatively low vaccine uptake, and the resulting sick leave threatens public health and safety.
Incidence and Clinical Characteristics of and Risk Factors for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Infection Among Pregnant Individuals in the United States
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A new study found that nine percent of pregnant women contracted COVID-19, highlighting the importance of vaccination for those who are pregnant.
Detection and Stability of SARS-CoV-2 in Three Self Collected Specimen Types: flocked mid-2 turbinate swab (MTS) in viral transport media, foam MTS, and saliva
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Abt study shows accuracy of multiple COVID-19 specimen collection approaches, which can provide options during pandemic supply shortages.
Where Women Access Contraception in 36 Low- and Middle-Income Countries and Why It Matters
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Relying on both the public and private sectors is key for meeting women’s contraceptive needs in low- and middle-income countries.
Improving Private Pharmacy Provision of Injectable Contraceptives in Nepal
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An Abt-led Nepal private pharmacy chain adhered to injectable contraceptive counseling guidelines but had gaps between knowledge and practice, a study said.