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: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 21, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC on COVID-19 vaccinations, cases, and deaths in the US and on cases and deaths worldwide.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 20, 2021
Early estimates from the CDC suggest the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant makes up 61.7% of COVID-19 cases. Plus more updates on COVID-19 cases, mortalities, and vaccinations.
NIH Clinical Trial Examines Mixed COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses
The NIH has initiated a phase 1/2 clinical trial to evaluate the safety and immunogenicity of mixed COVID-19 vaccine schedules with a booster dose.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 19, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 16, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 15, 2021
MMR Vaccination: How Many Doses Does This Patient Need?
Research suggests that MMR vaccination may be protective against COVID-19. So, test your knowledge of who needs the vaccine with 9 cases you might see in your office.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 14, 2021
CDC: mRNA Vaccines Reduce Risk of COVID-19 Infection by 91%
The recent CDC analysis is also one of the first to demonstrate that mRNA vaccines can benefit people who get COVID-19 despite being fully or partially vaccinated.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 13, 2021
Flu Vaccine May Reduce Some of the Severe Effects of COVID-19, New Study Finds
In the largest study of its kind, patients with COVID-19 who did not receive flu vaccine were significantly more likely to visit the emergency department and to have a stroke, among other severe effects.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 12, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 9, 2021
COVID-19 Cardiac Sequelae Include Prolonged Tachycardia, Analysis of Wearable Data Finds
Using data from wearable devices that track physiologic changes caused by viral illness, researchers observed prolonged deviation from baseline resting heart rate in study participants.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 8, 2021
Global confirmed deaths due to COVID-19 have surpassed 4 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 7, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of July 6, 2021
Which US states have the highest proportion of COVID-19 cases attributed to the Delta variant? Answer plus more data from the CDC and the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Fourth of July 2021: What are Americans Planning?
Two new surveys reveal how American’s are planning to celebrate this Fourth of July, including travel, spending, COVID-19 concerns, and more.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of July 1, 2021
The SARS-CoV-2 Delta Variant: Current Facts, Figures, & Some Predictions
The Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2 now accounts for >20% of new US infections and WHO estimates is has spread to 96 countries. We summarize current data and perspective.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 30, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 29, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 28, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 25, 2021
ADA Virtual Meeting Will Offer 5 Symposia on Latest COVID-19 Findings
The upcoming ADA virtual 81st Scientific Sessions will feature 5 sessions on the latest diabetes developments learned during the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 24, 2021
Vaccines are Crucial for At-risk Populations
It is critical for physicians to urge patients with obesity to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as they are one of the highest risk patient populations.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 23, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 22, 2021
CDC Reschedules Meeting on Reports of Myocarditis Following COVID-19 Vaccination
The special meeting to review cases of myocarditis in the US following COVID-19 vaccination, will now take place this Wednesday during the ACIP online meeting.