CDC Ups SARS-CoV-2 Delta Mutation to "Variant of Concern"
The CDC has intensified surveillance of the Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2 which now accounts for 10% of new US COVID-19 infections.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 17, 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.
CGM vs SMBG in Primary Care: What Does the T2D Evidence Say?
Patients with T2D see significant improvement in glycemic control using continuous glucose monitoring. MOBILE study lead author Thomas W. Martens, MD, highlights the evidence.
8 Questions on T2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Using Prediabetes Subphenotypes
Assessment of prediabetes subphenotypes is a novel approach to better screening, prevention, and treatment for patients at risk of progression to T2D. Find out how much you know about it.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 16, 2021
Is the US Pandemic State of Mind Coming to an End?
A new survey reveals Americans’ shifting views on the overall COVID-19 situation, the vaccination process, fears surrounding contracting the virus, and more.
New Study Suggests COVID-19 Public Health Measures Linked to Decline in COPD Hospital Admissions
A new study found public health measures designed to curb COVID-19 transmissions may have fostered a significant side benefit: reduced COPD hospital admissions.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 15, 2021
US COVID-19 mortalities have surpassed 600 000. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map and the CDC.
Conversations about Bariatric Surgery May Lead to Weight Loss, Even Without the Surgery
A new study found that patients with severe obesity who had even one discussion about bariatric surgery with a clinician were more likely to lose weight but that the discussions are infrequent.
Study Shows Benefits of Bariatric Surgery for Mild-to-Moderate Obesity
A new study challenges traditional criteria for patient selection for metabolic surgery, demonstrating significant weight loss and disease remission for those with BMI of 30-35.
Novavax Says COVID-19 Vaccine Showed High Efficacy in Phase 3 Trial of Adults
The experimental COVID-19 vaccine, NVX-CoV2373, was found to be highly effective against moderate and severe disease and circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants.
Seen in the ED: Sudden Left Upper Quadrant Pain, Normal Labs
A man in his 50s is seen in the emergency department for acute LUQ pain. Vital signs are normal and so are results of laboratory studies. What do you see on CT? What's your Dx?
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 14, 2021
States Recovering Quickest from COVID-19
As the US gradually recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic, some states are progressing faster than others, according to a new survey. Review key rankings in our new slideshow.
FDA-approved: Pneumococcal 20-Valent Conjugate Vaccine for Adults
The vaccine is indicated for prevention of invasive disease and pneumonia caused by 20 Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 11, 2021
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 10, 2021
Glycemic, BP, Lipid Control in T2D Declining, Upping Risk for Related Disease, Complications
Analysis of NHANES data shows significant downturns in control of the 3 risk factors in patients with diabetes, which could mean population-level increases in related illness.
Prediabetes Subphenotyping: A Novel Approach to Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
New research proposes pathophysiology-based subphenotyping of individuals at increased risk for T2D; 6 are suggested to help refine screening, prevention, and treatment.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 9, 2021
