Infectious Diseases
From the Journals
Further warning on SGLT2 inhibitor use and DKA risk in COVID-19
Five new cases of euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis seen in T2D patients with acute COVID-19 illness.
Feature
COVID-19 in children: Latest weekly increase is largest yet
The total number reported during Jan. 8-14 topped the previous high by almost 30,000 cases.
Feature
Moderna needs more kids for COVID vaccine trials
Trials for 12- to 17-year-olds have started, but are getting many fewer volunteers per month than needed.
Feature
Arthritis drugs ‘impressive’ for severe COVID but not ‘magic cure’
U.S. and U.K. experts weigh in on research that compares monoclonal antibody therapies with usual care for people critically ill with COVID-19.
From the Journals
Pityriasis rosea carries few risks for pregnant women
The latest retrospective study showed a 24% overall complication rate for pregnant women with PR, but most complications were mild.
Guidance for Practicing Primary Care
Family physicians can help achieve national goals on STIs
How family physicians can support national strategic plan for sexually transmitted infections.
Opinion
Coping with vaccine refusal
There is ample evidence that most vaccine deniers are not going to be convinced by even the most carefully presented information.
From the Journals
COVID-19 symptoms persist months after acute infection
Majority of previously hospitalized patients were experiencing fatigue or muscle weakness 6 months after discharge.
From the Journals
Invasive bacterial infections uncommon in afebrile infants with diagnosed AOM
Findings may help guide clinical management of infants not covered in the current AAP AOM practice guideline.
Opinion
Waiting for the COVID 19 vaccine, or not?
So here’s the paradox: Even as limited supplies of vaccine are available and many are frustrated about lack of access, we need to promote the...
Feature
COVID protections suppressed flu season in U.S.