COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 20, 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.
NIH: Convalescent Plasma Did Not Prevent Disease Progression in COVID-19 Outpatients
According to a new NIH-funded study, early administration of COVID-19 convalescent plasma in high-risk outpatients did not prevent disease progression.
COVID-19: Even Short Hospitalizations Lead to Long COVID Symptoms, Financial Hardship
COVID-19 patients after just 5 days or less in the hospital report new or worsened symptoms, impaired daily function, and significant financial loss.
COVID-19 Vaccine Performance: What’s Currently Known?
How effective are the 3 authorized COVID-19 vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection? Virus variants? Get updated on the latest evidence in our quick slideshow.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 19, 2021
Empagliflozin FDA-approved for Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
The new indication for empagliflozin is to reduce risk of CV death and hospitalization for heart failure in patients with HFrEF,
9 States, 2 Cities Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination for all Health Care Workers
Delta variant rising and vaccine immunity possibly on the wane are 2 reasons cited by state governors and city mayors for requiring full vaccination of health care personnel.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 18, 2021
HHS Joint Statement Outlines Official Plan for Rollout of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots
In a new joint statement, the HHS officially recommends booster shots of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines and outlines plan to start rollout this fall.
ACP: Ensure Adult Routine Vaccinations are Up to Date as Flu and COVID Meet Again
The American College of Physicians urges clinicians to make sure adult patients, especially the most vulnerable, are protected against preventable diseases as COVID spreads and flu is imminent.
COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters May be Recommended for Most Americans
Recommendation for a COVID-19 booster for vaccinated Americans could come by Wednesday; some experts say data are too sparse to support the move.
Moderate Exercise Found to Lower All-cause Mortality After Stroke, Particularly in Younger Patients
A new study suggests that walking even 3 or 4 hours a week may reduce long-term mortality from any cause in patients with a history of stroke.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 17, 2021
Nearly 1 in 6 Heart Failure Patients Delay or Avoid Care, Half Cite Financial Reasons
Delaying or forfeiting care for HF significantly increased future health care costs, a finding at odds, say study authors, with the inability to afford regular treatment.
Back to School: Parents, the Pandemic, and the COVID Vaccine
COVID-19 vaccination mandates are not popular with parents of school-aged children, but masks for unvaccinated students and teachers are. More on a new KFF survey.
The "Lorna Breen Act" in Short
Click through a short summary of the provisions of the Dr Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act.
Moderate Alcohol Intake Associated with Lower Risk of CV Death, Events in Adults with CVD
A recent meta-analysis found that consuming up to 105 g of alcohol a week was associated with lower risks of cardiovascular events and mortality among adults with CVD.
COVID-19 Updates: Delta Variant, US Vaccinations, & Global Data as of August 16, 2021
Seen in the ED: Name this Elbow Injury
A 20-something young man is in the ED after a fall off a scooter while doing tricks. What do you see on the x-ray? What type of injury is it?
Telemedicine vs In-person Care: In Addiction Medicine, Options are Key
COVID-19 has dealt in-person addiction treatment a blow, but the chief medical officer of Groups Recover Together tells a telemedicine success story with a hybrid ending.