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COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 25, 2020
The latest COVID-19 data on confirmed cases, recoveries, and more from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
FDA Approves Neurostimulation Device for Chronic Low Back Pain
The FDA recently approved an implantable neurostimulation system for the treatment of chronic low back pain.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 24, 2020
Novel Study Suggests HCV-positive Livers Safe for Transplantation
Patients who received an HCV-positive liver for transplantation and were later treated performed as well in recovery as those who did not, a recent study suggests.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 23, 2020
There are now >9 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 globally. Plus more data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map you should know about today.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 22, 2020
Discontinued Mepolizumab Treatment Increases Asthma Exacerbations
Continued mepolizumab treatment yielded clinical benefits in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma, suggests a new study being presented at the upcoming American Thoracic Society 2020 Virtual International Conference.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 19, 2020
Get the latest data on confirmed cases, recoveries, and more with our daily COVID-19 update.
Study: 10% of Patients Continue to Use Opioids 3-6 Months after Heart Surgery
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania found patients who were prescribed higher dosages were more likely to refill their opioid prescriptions.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 18, 2020
Top COVID-19 Vaccines in the Pipeline
Major companies like Moderna and AstraZeneca have launched clinical trials for potential COVID-19 vaccines. Which ones should be on the PCP’s radar? We’ve got answers.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 17, 2020
Physician CKD Awareness in T2D Patients Linked to CKD Severity
Physicians’ CKD awareness in T2D is linked with CKD severity, suggests a new study presented this week at the American Diabetes Association’s 80th Virtual Scientific Sessions.
Low-cost Dexamethasone is First Drug to Improve COVID-19 Survival
New research from the University of Oxford found dexamethasone reduced death by one-third in severely ill patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
COVID-19: FDA Revoked EUA for Hydroxychloroquine
The FDA revoked the emergency use authorization that allowed the malaria drug to be used to treat hospitalized patients with COVID-19.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 16, 2020
There are now >8 million confirmed cases of COVID-19 globally. Plus more data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map you should know about today.
COVID-19 Update: Surge across 22 US States
As many US states reopen their economies, 22 states have seen a surge in new cases of COVID-19.
Study: Adherence to Blood Pressure Drugs Improves Survival in Frail Seniors
Taking blood pressure medication as prescribed may help even the frailest elderly patients live longer, according to a new study.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 12, 2020
COVID-19 Update: Surge across 14 US States
Over 2 million cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the US, with 14 states recording their highest 7-day average of new COVID-19 infections.
Patients Fear Losing Trusted Primary Care Physicians
A new survey reports that 83% of patients would be distressed if they lost this trusted relationship. As COVID-19 cases surge and practices close, patients are uneasy about even more.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 10, 2020
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 9, 2020
Lancet, NEJM Retract COVID-19 Studies After Surgisphere Fallout
The Lancet and NEJM recently retracted 2 studies after questions arose regarding the validity of the data used as the basis of the studies.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 8, 2020
Inhaler Misuse in COPD Patients: An 8-question Quiz
What factors influence proper inhaler technique among persons with COPD? A recent study found out--and this quick quiz tests your assumptions.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 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.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 4, 2020
Obesity in the US: State by State
From highest percentage of obese children to lowest percentage of adults with high cholesterol, see how obesity hits home state by state in our new slideshow.
COVID-19 Update: Global Cases and Recoveries as of June 3, 2020
