To the extent that misinformation has led some to shun proven COVID-19 prevention measures, the two plagues have been in a kind of mutually reinforcing tango since the pandemic’s earliest days.
While articles that present misinformation are uncommon, they have the capacity to reach large numbers of readers and affect the vaccine conversation, according to the study.
The FDA has the authority to review medical devices, including lab-developed tests. However, to date FDA has not used this authority to regulate LDTs, allowing the devices to flow freely onto the market without premarket approval.
Without considerable improvements, legislation advanced in draft form will not adequately protect consumers because inaccurate test kits may either fail to diagnose a dangerous disease or generate a false-positive test result resulting in unnecessary treatment.
The Senate demurred on providing any aid to help poorer countries vaccinate their citizens, in effect turning our backs on people who need COVID-19 aid the most. It’s a terrible idea that is likely to backfire on our own country.
Testimony of Dr. DeAnna Nara, Senior Policy Associate, before the New York City Committee on Health & Subcommittee on COVID Recovery and Resiliency on Oversight - COVID-19: Looking Ahead (February 23, 2022).
