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Almost 60% of U.S. population has been infected by COVID-19: CDC
This is the first time the seroprevalence of prior infection is more than 50% in the American population.
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Pfizer recalls more quinapril because of potential carcinogen
Pfizer is not aware of any reports of adverse events related to the Accupril recall, and the company believes the benefit/risk profile remains...
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Lowering BP according to newest guidance would cut CV events
Two-thirds of patients would need new or intensified hypertension treatment to reach an SBP less than 120 mm Hg, as set in the 2021 KDIGO...
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How do we distinguish between viral and bacterial meningitis?
Viral meningitis is usually not associated with a decreased level of consciousness or significant decline in overall health status.
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USPSTF final recommendation on aspirin for primary CV prevention
“Close reading of the new USPSTF guideline and its companion Evidence Review, and becoming familiar with the 3 more recent aspirin trials, is a...
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Shortage of ICU beds did not drive COVID-19 deaths
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Children and COVID: Weekly cases rise again, but more slowly
Major national indicators offer no suggestion of another surge.
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One in four feel fully recovered following COVID-19 hospitalization
The total number and range of ongoing symptoms at one year was “striking” and emphasizes the “multisystem nature of long COVID.”
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2020 presidential election tied to spike in cardiac events
“These findings suggest that awareness of the heightened risk of CVD and strategies to mitigate risk during notable political events are needed...
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Firearm counseling in the ED could be lifesaving for teens
“We know that counseling is really helpful for these families, because when they come to the emergency department with a concern, they can have a...