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COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 18, 2020
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
Increased Blood Eosinophil Counts, IgE Levels Linked to Higher Exacerbation Rates in Severe Asthma
Increased blood eosinophil counts and IgE levels are associated with higher exacerbation rates in patients with severe asthma, according to new research presented at ACAAI 2020.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 17, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 11 million; global cases have reached 55 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
How to Optimize Telemedicine for Older Adults, During COVID-19 and Beyond
Telemedicine use has increased significantly since COVID-19 began and while not new to all patients and providers, can pose unique challenges to care for older adults.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 13, 2020
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 12, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 52 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 11, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 51 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 10, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 10 million; global cases have reached 50 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Higher Green Tea and Coffee Intake May Reduce Mortality Risk in Patients with T2D
A new study of Japanese adults with type 2 diabetes found dual consumption of green tea and coffee reduced mortality risk by >60%.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 9, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 50 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Telemedicine Gains More Ground During COVID-19
A recent survey conducted by Doximity found that US physician and patient adoption of telemedicine is quickly rising amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 6, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 48 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 5, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the US? How many people have been tested? Get your daily COVID-19 update here.
Is BMI a Risk Factor for Severe COVID-19 Outcomes? New Research Says “No”
New research presented at ObesityWeek®2020 showed no statistical difference in severe COVID-19 outcomes between normal and obese patients.
Telemedicine Services among Patients with Obesity during Quarantine Linked to Weight Loss, Healthier Eating
Patients with obesity who utilized telemedicine services during quarantine achieved an average 2 kg weight loss, according to new research presented at the ObesityWeek®2020 virtual meeting.
Statin Use Lowers Mortality Among Patients with Diabetes Hospitalized with COVID-19
Adults with diabetes admitted to a New York City hospital with COVID-19 had a lower mortality risk if they received a statin, a new study found.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 4, 2020
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 3, 2020
Study Shows Myocarditis Caused by COVID-19 is Rare, Despite Previous Research
New research shows myocarditis is less common among COVID-19 patients than previously reported.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of November 2, 2020
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 9 million; global cases have reached 46 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 30, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 45 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Continued Smoking from Young Age Increases Risk for Premature Death
Compared with never smokers, current smokers face nearly 3-times the risk of premature death from heart disease or stroke, according to a new study.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 29, 2020
New USPSTF Colorectal Cancer Screening Draft Recommendation Includes Adults Aged 45 Years
For the first time, the USPSTF recommends colorectal cancer screening in adults beginning at age 45.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 28, 2020
Global confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 44 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Stroke Rates Rising Among US Young Adults, yet 1 in 3 Don’t Know Common Symptoms
New research shows nearly 30% of US young adults do not know the 5 most common stroke symptoms, almost 3 million are not aware of any symptoms.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 27, 2020
Kidney Week: Dapagliflozin Renoprotective, Cardioprotective in CKD Patients
Dapagliflozin is renoprotective and cardioprotective in chronic kidney disease patients, suggests a secondary analysis of the DAPA-CKD trial presented at Kidney Week 2020.
COVID-19 Update: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of October 26, 2020
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 surged in these 5 states, global cases topped 43 million, and more COVID-19 data to know about today, October 26, 2020.
Remdesivir Becomes First FDA-approved Drug for COVID-19 Treatment
The FDA has approved remdesivir for the treatment of COVID-19, making it the first approved treatment for the novel disease.