November 22nd 2024
At least 1 accurate UTI symptom was found on most of the 331 websites reviewed, but nearly all (80%) included at least 1 inaccurate or misleading one.
November 20th 2024
The recommendations from WikiGuidelines are the first for UTI prevention, diagnosis, and management in over a decade.
Analysis of surveillance data revealed a decline in use of antiviral medications for children hospitalized with influenza and prevalent underprescribing in outpatient settings.
November 13th 2024
More than 2.4 million STIs were reported in the US in 2023 — a 1.8% decrease from 2022, according to the CDC's annual STI report.
November 12th 2024
The FDA cleared Novavax to start enrolling the planned phase 3 trial after a safety concern was found to be unrelated to the combination vaccine.
Patient, Provider, and Caregiver Connection™: Prevention and Control of Meningococcal Disease — Individualizing Vaccine Recommendations in Adolescent Populations
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Cases and Conversations™: Applying Best Practices to Prevent Shingles in Your Practice
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 7, 2021
Data from the CDC on boosters and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
J&J COVID-19 Booster May Offer More Protection in Mix-and-Match Scenario
A J&J booster shot following a 2-dose regimen of the Pfizer vaccine produced a greater CD8+ T-cell response than a third Pfizer dose, according to preliminary data.
Influenza Virus: How well do you know this enemy?
The flu is well known to all primary care providers - but contributor Terry Brenneman, MD, created 6 questions on topics you might not ordinarily discuss. Quiz time.
Early Increase in Positive Flu Tests Seen Among Young Adults
Pockets of positive tests for influenza A(H3N2), including on college campuses, may herald the opening of the 2021-2022 flu season.
New Analysis Projects Older Ages and Rising Number of Patients with HIV by 2030
Nearly 25% of patients with HIV who use antiretroviral therapy will reach 65 years of age or older by 2030, researchers projected in a new analysis.
NIH Influenza and COVID-19 Guideline Topline: Testing, Treatment, and Vaccination
The influenza and SARS-CoV-2 viruses once again are in cocirculation. Following is a topline look at the NIH guideline on their simultaneous management.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of December 1, 2021
FDA Advisory Committee Narrowly Backs Merck’s Oral COVID-19 Antiviral
The 13-10 vote was not without controversy as panel members discussed concerns over the novel antiviral's safety risks and modest efficacy.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 30, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 23, 2021
COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Up: Top 5 States Reporting Increases
COVID-19 cases are up by double digits in many states and hospitalizations have made big leaps in others. We report the top 5 in each category for the 7 days from 11/14-21.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 22, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 19, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 16, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 15, 2021
Pfizer Submits Request to Expand COVID-19 Booster EUA to All US Adults
Pfizer-BioNTech included data in its FDA submission showing the 3rd mRNA shot restores protection against symptomatic COVDI-19 to about 95%.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 10, 2021
Living in More Socially Vulnerable Neighborhood Linked to Worse Outcomes in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients
AHA Scientific Sessions 2021: New research found living in socially vulnerable neighborhoods increased the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, or death among hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 9, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 8, 2021
Effectiveness Declines for All 3 COVID-19 Vaccines Over Time in Large Veterans Study
Efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J fell between 35% and 85% among nearly 800 000 US veterans, found a consortium of investigators.
Pfizer Announces Novel Oral COVID-19 Antiviral Cuts Risk of Hospitalization, Death by 89% in High-risk Adults
The Pfizer study was stopped early for efficacy and the company plans to submit data to the US FDA for Emergency Use Authorization as soon as possible, according to a statement.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations, Booster Doses, & Global Data as of November 4, 2021
CDC Signs Off on Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Aged 5-11 Years
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky officially endorsed Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11 years, following recommendation from ACIP.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of November 2, 2021
Data from the CDC on the Delta variant and US vaccination rates and from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on cases and deaths in the US and worldwide.
Study: Medical Weight Management May Prevent Pandemic-induced Weight Gain
ObesityWeek 2021: New study highlights protective effects of medical weight management during COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of November 1, 2021
Global confirmed deaths due to COVID-19 have surpassed 5 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC.
Flu Season 2021-2022: Primary Care Fears & Patients on the Fence
This flu season will bring different challenges to primary care clinicians. Here, experts discuss specific barriers and best strategies to overcome them.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 29, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of October 28, 2021