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FDA authorizes booster shot for immunocompromised Americans
Those eligible for a third dose include solid organ transplant recipients, those undergoing cancer treatments, and people with autoimmune diseases...
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Hospitals struggle to find nurses, beds, even oxygen as Delta surges
“We have a vaccine, which is the key to ending this pandemic and people just refuse to take it, and so I think we’re very frustrated.”
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FDA may okay COVID booster for vulnerable adults before weekend: Media
Between one-third and one-half of...
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Exploring the Utility of Artificial Intelligence During COVID-19 in Dermatology Practice
Dermatologists should use artificial intelligence as a tool for delivering more efficient and beneficial patient care.
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Moderna says boosters may be needed after 6 months
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Will the Delta variant peak and then burn out?
Case Letter
Fulminant Hemorrhagic Bullae of the Upper Extremities Arising in the Setting of IV Placement During Severe COVID-19 Infection: Observations From a Major Consultative Practice
Hemorrhagic bullae are an uncommon cutaneous manifestation of COVID-19 infection in hospitalized individuals.
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Delta variant could drive herd immunity threshold over 80%
In addition to driving up case numbers, the Delta variant could also push the threshold to achieve herd immunity higher.
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COVID-19: Delta variant is raising the stakes
Doctors have a special responsibility to make the case for vaccination – especially now, said Dr. Robert T. London.
From the Journals
COVID-19 vaccination does not increase risk of flare in patients with lupus
An international web-based survey found a very low rate of medically confirmed flare post COVID vaccination in nearly 700 participants.
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AMA, 55 other groups urge health care vax mandate
“We must continue to address workers’ concerns, engage with marginalized populations, and work with trusted messengers to improve vaccine...