Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Found Safe, 100% Effective in Adolescents Aged 12-17 Years
In the phase 2/3 TeenCOVE study, Moderna's mRNA-1273 demonstrated immunogenicity noninferior to that seen in the phase 3 adult study comparator group.
SARS-CoV-2 Variants: Update on CDC Classifications
The CDC defines SARS-CoV-2 variants as of interest, of concern, and of high consequence. Get a quick update on how knowledge of known variants is changing.
10 States with the Highest Percentage of Fully Vaccinated Population
Maine continues to lead the country in percentage of population fully vaccinated at 51.82%, according to CDC data. Mississippi has shifted into the 51st spot.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 24, 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.
ACC.21: High- and Low-Dose Aspirin Both Effective for Patients with Established Cardiovascular Disease
ACC.21: There was no difference found between high- and low-dose aspirin in terms of effectiveness and safety in patients with established CVD, according to new research.
Updated CDC Guidance for Fully Vaccinated People: Takeaways for Primary Care
The newest CDC guidance greatly reduces situations that require use of masks, distancing, and testing but has raised many questions. Here's help to answer the ones your patients may ask.
SURPASS-4: Tirzepatide Reduces A1c, Weight vs Glargine in Patients with T2D, High CV Risk
New topline data from the global SURPASS-4 trial shows treatment with investigational agent tirzepatide led to superior reductions in A1c and body weight vs insulin glargine.
ACC.21: Finerenone Shows Potential to Delay Afib Onset in Patients with CKD, T2D
ACC.2021: A new analysis of FIDELIO-DKD found patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes were about 30% less likely to develop atrial fibrillation vs those treated with placebo.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 20, 2021
What do Final-year Medical Residents Want in 2021?
Most 2021 final-year medical residents want to work in hospital settings, none want to work in rural areas, and male residents expect to earn more than $250 000 in their first practice.
New CDC Study Shows mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines are 94% Effective in Health Care Professionals
The new interim data provides additional evidence that mRNA COVID-19 vaccines are effective against symptomatic illness in real-word conditions, the agency said.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 19, 2021
VIDEO: Keep NASH on the Tip of your Diagnostic Tongue
VIDEO: Given the increasing morbidity and mortality associated with fatty liver disease in the US, it should be on the "tip of [your] diagnostic tongue," says Seth Baum, MD. He explains why.
Chronic Kidney Disease: Diagnosis in Primary Care
Early detection of chronic kidney disease in primary care provides a significant opportunity to avoid complications and slow the loss of renal function. Topline guidance, here.
ATS.2021: Tezepelumab Significantly Reduced Asthma Exacerbations Requiring Hospitalization in Phase 3 NAVIGATOR Trial
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 18, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 17, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of May 14, 2021
Diagnosing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: A Primary Care Primer
What do primary care physicians need to know about CRPS? In our new slideshow, get a primer on diagnostic criteria, suspicious symptoms, testing, and more.
ACC.21: Survival After MI Far Worse for Black Patients from Disadvantaged Neighborhoods
ACC.21: Black patients from disadvantaged neighborhoods were found almost 20% more likely to die within 5 years of MI than white patients from well-resourced ones in a new study.