Introduction The Covid-19 pandemic brought emergency preparedness into the spotlight. In an unprecedented era of history, we’ve all had to grapple with what national and individual preparedness means in our post pandemic world. How do we evaluate the mistakes our country made during the pandemic and make changes to our emergency responses in the future? […]
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Introduction to Laboratory Refrigerators Looking for a laboratory refrigerator? You’re not alone. Cold storage is essential for most labs. From storing testing samples to lab chemicals, laboratory refrigerators have an essential role to play. The wrong kind of refrigerator can result in spoiled substances and huge financial losses. A high risk. This article […]
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What Is the CDC? The CDC is a federal agency under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its mission is to protect public health by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability. The CDC conducts extensive research, provides health guidance, and collaborates with local and international organizations to respond to health threats. […]
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Introduction Refrigerators and cold storage equipment can be found in just about every pharmacy, lab, or clinical setting. But have you ever stopped to consider how accurately these units are performing? How well are they protecting and preserving the substances they store? What about service costs? And temperature-reading accuracy? All these questions and […]
Introducing the Omicron BA.5 Subvariant Covid variants have flooded the American health scene in rapid succession. The Omicron BA.5 Subvariant is latest in the spotlight. As of late July, BA.5 took over North America, accounting for an estimated 81.9% of all Covid cases.1 What does this mean for the health of the American people? This […]
The Origins of Vaccines The month of August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Vaccines are so inundated in modern medicine, that it’s hard to imagine a time without them. Yet, inoculations began from humble origins in Africa, Turkey, and China before they spread across the sea to America. Some date these vaccine forerunners as […]
Introducing Novavax Novavax has emerged in the USA, delivering the first protein-based Covid vaccine to reach American shores. This new vaccine was recently approved by the FDA for emergency use. The Biden Administration joined in the action—purchasing $3.2 million Novavax doses. Adjuvants and Tree Bark: What is the Novavax Vaccine? Novavax is a traditional […]
Introduction Choosing the correct equipment for your laboratory can be a daunting task. Many laboratory settings handle hazardous and flammable materials. The safe storage of these substances is vital. In this article, we’ll focus on one often-repeated question in the industry—“What is the difference between flammable and explosion proof cold storage?” It’s a great […]
An Early Visitor Flu season usually makes its debut late in the year. But this year it’s ramping up early. Or perhaps it never left. The Pandemic Influence of Influenza With the pandemic precautions of recent years, flu season experienced steep global decline. And yet, the CDC reports our 2022 flu cases haven’t […]
Introduction to Cold Storage Systems From pharmacies to laboratories, businesses rely on cold storage to keep their products effective and safe. But why invest in purpose-built laboratory cold storage when a common residential fridge will suffice? Perhaps it’s time to go back to the basics and look at the actual performance metrics of residential cold […]