Infectious Diseases
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Global Ebola vaccine stockpile established
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Many EM docs have treated COVID-19 patients without proper PPE: Survey
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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.
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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.
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Eliminating hepatitis by 2030: HHS releases new strategic plan
The United States “is currently facing unprecedented hepatitis A outbreaks, while progress in preventing hepatitis B has stalled, and hepatitis C...
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COVID-19 symptoms persist months after acute infection
Majority of previously hospitalized patients were experiencing fatigue or muscle weakness 6 months after discharge.
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COVID protections suppressed flu season in U.S.
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Updated USPSTF HBV screening recommendation may be a ‘lost opportunity’
The recommendation defines risk groups more narrowly than the CDC, AASLD, and some research suggests risk-based screening is ineffective for...
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Cloth masks provide inferior protection vs. medical masks, suggests evidence review
If cloth masks are used during PPE shortages, pairing them with plastic face shields may offer additional protection.
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Risk of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer linked to number of oral sex partners