In this review, we summarize the current knowledge about the virology, the host-pathogen
interactions and pathogenesis of coronavirus disease 2019 in humans. We also describe …

Infectious diseases (ID) physicians play a pivotal role in patient care and public health, yet
concerns are mounting about their under-compensation compared with other medical …

Vaccines have led to a significant decrease in rates of vaccine-preventable diseases and
have made a significant impact on the health of children. However, some parents express …

Background COVID-19 vaccine coverage in the Latinx community depends on delivery
systems that overcome barriers such as institutional distrust, misinformation, and access to …

Academic medical centers could play an important role in increasing access to and uptake
of SARS-CoV-2 vaccines, especially in Black and Latino communities that have been …

Background Equity in vaccination coverage is a cornerstone for a successful public health
response to COVID-19. To deepen understanding of the extent to which vaccination …

Abstract Background Black communities in Canada have been among the most affected by
the COVID-19 pandemic, in terms of number of infections and deaths. They are also among …

Background People who inject drugs may be at excess risk of acquiring vaccine-preventable
diseases and negative associated health outcomes, but experience barriers to vaccination …

Since the declaration of the COVID-19 pandemic, the promotion of health equity including
the health of various population sub-groups has been compromised, human rights …

Social media platforms are widely used to connect people across multiple settings, including
country of origin, profession, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, seniority, and …