Infectious Diseases
News from the FDA/CDC
Flu increases activity but not its severity
A very red map now has 41 states at the highest level of influenza activity.
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ACC issues guidance on cardiac implications of coronavirus
The document provides information on the potential cardiac implications from analog viral respiratory pandemics and offers early clinical guidance...
Opinion
An epidemic of fear and misinformation
Discrimination and fear may do more damage than the 2019 Novel Coronavirus itself.
News from the FDA/CDC
Two new Novel Coronavirus cases confirmed among quarantined U.S. patients
The 14th and 15th cases of 2019-nCoV in the United States both occurred among patients who were under federal quarantine.
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CDC confirms 13th case of coronavirus in U.S.
The person in California was previously under federal quarantine because the patient had traveled to Wuhan, China.
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Flu activity increases for third straight week
One important indicator – outpatient visits – is headed into uncharted territory.
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Remdesivir under study as treatment for novel coronavirus
At this time, the immediate risk of 2019-nCoV to the American public remains low.
From the Journals
The 2019 novel coronavirus: Case review IDs clinical characteristics
A review of coronavirus pneumonia cases in Wuhan, China, suggests older men and those with comormid conditions are most likely to be affected by...
News from the FDA/CDC
Novel coronavirus cases now at 11; entry ban and quarantine measures begin
“Strong measures now may blunt the impact of this virus on the United States,” said the CDC’s Dr. Nancy Messonnier.
News from the FDA/CDC
Don’t forget about the flu: 2019-2020 season is not over
Activity levels continue to rise after a 2-week drop at the beginning of the year.
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HHS declares coronavirus emergency, orders quarantine
The order “offers the greatest level of protection for the American public in preventing introduction and spread,” Dr. Cetron said.