NIH ‘very concerned’ about serious side effect in AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine trial

“The highest levels of NIH are very concerned,” said Dr. Avindra Nath, intramural clinical director and a leader of viral research at the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke, an NIH division. “Everyone’s hopes are on a vaccine, and if you have a major complication the whole thing could get derailed.” A great deal… Read More »

Humana Health Plan Overcharged Medicare by Nearly $200 Million, Federal Audit Finds

A Humana Inc. health plan for seniors in Florida improperly collected nearly $ 200 million in 2015 by overstating how sick some patients were, according to a new federal audit, which seeks to claw back the money. The Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General’s recommendation to repay, if finalized, would be “by far… Read More »

Lidl to offer free sanitary products to customers to tackle period poverty

Lidl Ireland have announced that they will provide free sanitary products to customers, as part of a new programme tackling period poverty. Announcing the move on Twitter this morning, the retailer will provide shoppers with a free box of sanitary pads or tampons every month via a coupon in the Lidl mobile app. The company… Read More »