April 17th 2025
The CDC advisory committee also endorsed GSK's pentavalent meningococcal vaccine.
April 15th 2025
Data from the EAGLE-1 study found gepotidacin to be noninferior to ceftriaxone plus azithromycin for treating uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhea.
April 9th 2025
AAAAI 2025: RSV vaccine and immunoprophylaxis uptake remained low in 2024 across infants, pregnant individuals, and older adults.
As the US measles outbreak tops 600 cases, Texas reported a second child's death in a young girl who was unvaccinated and had no underlying health conditions.
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COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 25, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC on COVID-19 cases, mortalities, vaccinations, and more.
Novel Study Finds Mild COVID-19 Associated with Prominent, Persistent Neurologic Symptoms
Brain fog topped the list of neurological symptoms in patients with long-haul COVID-19 whose illness was not severe enough to warrant hospitalization, according to a novel study.
COVID-19 Vaccines: Early Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them
Dilution errors and product mix-ups were just a few early errors reported during the vaccine rollout. A PharmD shares his experience and provides guidance on how to avoid them in the future.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 24, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 124 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
MMWR: Majority of COVID-19 Vaccine Recipients Complete 2-dose Series
Nearly 90% of vaccine recipients who received a first dose of either the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine got the booster shot within the prescribed interval, according to new research from the CDC.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 23, 2021
UPDATE: AstraZenca-Oxford Vaccine 79% Effective in US Phase 3 Interim Analysis
Updated: The vaccine, AZD1222, showed 100% efficacy against severe disease/hospitalization and, notably, 80% efficacy in trial participants aged ≥65 years, the company reports.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 22, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 123 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Hyperglycemia in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients Linked with Worse Outcomes
COVID-19 patients with hyperglycemia on hospital admission, with and without diabetes, had increased odds of intubation, ICU admission, and mortality, according to research presented at ENDO 2021.
CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Persons: Questions Patients May Ask, Answers to Help Physicians Prepare
The CDC released the first set of public health recommendations for people fully vaccinated against COVID-19. See what questions you may be asked and the answers to help prepare.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 19, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 122 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 18, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 121 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 17, 2021
Top 10 States: Percentage of Population Fully Vaccinated
In percentage of population fully vaccinated against COVID-19, Alaska currently leads and Utah brings up the rear. Find out which states are in between.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 16, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 120 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Study: Patients with Dementia at Higher Risk for COVID-19 Infection, but Not Death
International Stroke Conference: Adults with dementia are more likely to be infected with COVID-19, but no more likely to die from it vs those without cognitive impairment.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 15, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccines: 8 Myths and the Facts to Refute Them
We compiled the top trending Myths about the COVID-19 vaccine in wide circulation and added the Facts to help you educate your patients.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 12, 2021
APA: Americans May be Experiencing “Secondary Crisis” due to Pandemic-related Stress
The latest Stress in America™ poll from the American Psychological Association shows many US adults have suffered negative mental and physical changes due to pandemic-related stress.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 11, 2021
COVID-19 Disruption: America’s Outlook is Complicated
What do US adults think about the disruption COVID-19 has had on their lives? Do they see the pandemic improving in the coming months? A recent Gallup poll offers insight.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 10, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 9, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, and more.
CDC Lifts Masking, Distancing Requirements for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
The CDC on March 8, 2021, lifted some COVID-19 restrictions for fully vaccinated Americans, including the need for a mask and social distancing in certain situations.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 8, 2021
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 29 million; global cases have reached 117 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Routine Adult Vaccination Rates Still Low: Slow Post-lockdown Rebound
Routine adult vaccination rates have yet to reach pre-pandemic levels, according to a report in MMWR this week. Which vaccines are most affected and which groups are lagging?
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 5, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of March 4, 2021
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 115 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
ID Expert Talks about the Year that Brought Us the COVID-19 Vaccine
The COVID-19 vaccine development story of 2020 was the focus when infectious disease specialist and AIDS researcher Dr Rodger MacArthur spoke with Patient Care Online in January.