Pranay Lal The energy required to produce, transport and dispose of diagnostic reagents and supplies (e.g., X-ray films or PPE), or antibiotics for treatment is a significant contributor to carbon footprint. In this issue of Public Health Action, Correspondence by Harries et al.1 highlights the importance of assessing the carbon footprint for TB treatment. This… Continue reading The carbon footprint of TB treatment
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Trump Administration Uses Wartime Powers To Be First In Line On Medical Supplies
Christina Jewett and Lauren Weber The Trump administration quietly invoked the Defense Production Act to force medical suppliers in Texas and Colorado to sell to it first — ahead of states, hospitals or foreign countries It took this action more than a week before it announced Thursday that it would use the little-known aspect of the law… Continue reading Trump Administration Uses Wartime Powers To Be First In Line On Medical Supplies