From the Desk of the CEO

CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has published its 2020 recommendations for meningococcal vaccination, which cover use of the three quadrivalent conjugate vaccines—meningococcal serotypes A, C, W, and Y (MenACWY)—and two available meningococcal serogroup B (MenB) vaccines.

Maria G. Tanzi, PharmD

Head lice are the most common cause of lice infestation. Outbreaks of lice infestation are routinely found in places such as schools and daycare centers, and all socioeconomic groups are affected.

Daniel L. Krinsky, RPh, MS

Turmeric may be an effective analgesic in treating chronic knee pain, according to a randomized, clinical study published on September 15 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

Mickie Cathers

Updates from FDA

The Associated Press reported on October 14 that a survey it conducted with the NORC at the University of Chicago showed that just 22% of Black respondents said they plan to get the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available.

Rachel Balick