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Courtney Gidengil

@c_gidengil

Senior Physician Policy Researcher, Boston Office Director @RANDCorporation. Infectious diseases specialist @BostonChildrens. Opinions mine; RTs ≠ endorsements.

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The #Coronavirus outbreak is in the headlines, but it’s part of the broader challenge of preparedness. Does US need to strengthen our system of care to keep the “pilot light” on between outbreaks? My report with Laura Faherty and colleagues discusses: rand.org/pubs/research_…

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I recently took part in a #coronavirus Q&A with a handful of other RAND experts who come from a variety of fields. This is a quick, wide-ranging read that will help you better understand what we're all up against.👇 x.com/randcorporatio…

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Check out this #COVID19 Q&A with me and my RAND colleagues Jennifer Huang Bouey and Laura Faherty. We cover a wide range of topics: social distancing, how hospitals are preparing, testing, and much more. rand.org/blog/2020/03/u…

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Wondering what could happen if the ACA is struck down during the pandemic? @ChrissyEibner and I discuss: rand.org/blog/2020/04/w…

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Two lawyers and a doctor…sounds like the start of a good joke, but instead great discussion about fed/state decision-making during #COVID-19 with @haffajee_r, Phillip Carter

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This new study that looks across a large body of research finds further evidence for the safety of vaccines that are FDA-approved and routinely recommended for children, adults, and pregnant women: bit.ly/3uiRyhy

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My colleagues and I conducted a meta-analysis of nearly 340 studies to assess safety of routine vaccines for diseases such as the flu, measles, shingles. The findings reinforce that these vaccines are safe. Benefits of vaccines far outweigh any risks they may pose.

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The HaPPI Survey Collaborative collaborative led by Aaron Scherer asked adolescents and their parents whether they intended to get a #COVID19 vaccine. Our findings show there is still a lot of work to do to communicate about safety and efficacy of adolescent vaccination. cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/7…