Infectious Diseases
News
Second woman spontaneously clears HIV: ‘We think more are out there’
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Text-based COVID monitoring system could reduce deaths, relieve ED in winter surge
The new program could play a role in decreasing disparities in COVID outcomes, says an investigator.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: Youngest vaccinees off to a slower start
First 2 weeks produced considerably fewer vaccinations in the under-12 crowd, compared with the 12- to 15-year-olds.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: New cases up again after dropping for 8 weeks
Less than a week after vaccine approval, initiation in those aged 5-11 years already outpaced the older children.
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Expected spike in acute flaccid myelitis did not occur in 2020
COVID-19 interventions may have reduced transmission of the associated enteroviruses.
Article
Does zinc really help treat colds?
A new study published in BMJ Open adds to the evidence that zinc is effective against...
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ACIP recommends HBV vaccination for all adults under 60
“The past decade has illustrated that risk-based screening has got us as far as it can take us.”
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COVID-19 has brought more complex, longer office visits
Patients’ increased mental health needs and worsened chronic conditions have practices playing catch-up and expanding teams to ease demand.
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‘Residents’ Viewpoint’ revisited
Read about the experiences of a resident practicing family medicine today and a resident practicing family medicine nearly 4½ decades ago.
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My patient is having an affair and has an STI. I’m treating both partners. What would you do?
Caring for spouses or two partners when an STI is discovered can be challenging for physicians, particularly in small towns where many people know...