COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 24, 2021
Data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map on coronavirus cases, mortalities, recoveries, and more.
Biologic Eliminates or Reduces Oral Steroids in Severe Asthma: PONENTE Trial
AAAAI Virtual Annual Meeting. Two-thirds of severe asthma patients dependent upon oral corticosteroids stopped or maximally reduced use, according to the trial data.
How Will Your Patients Reengage with Health Care? 4 Group Profiles to Consider
Post-COVID-19 health care delivery will depend, in part, on patient preference and lingering concerns. New research identifies 4 patient groups with divergent feelings.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 23, 2021
US COVID-19 mortalities have surpassed 500 000. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
High COVID-19-related Anxiety a Risk Factor for Worsening of Asthma, Quality of Life
In a new survey of patients with severe asthma, COVID-19-related anxiety was found to be a potential risk factor for clinical worsening of disease and decline in quality of life.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 22, 2021
US confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surpassed 28 million; global cases have reached 111 million. We summarize more of today's data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
Irregular Sleeping Patterns Linked to Depression, Bad Mood in First-Year Medical Students
Irregular sleeping patterns can increase risk of depression and lower daily mood over the long term, according to a new study of first-year medical students.
Two Cannabis Researchers Discuss their Studies on Pain and the Realm of Cannabinoid Investigation
Cannabis researchers Drs Carrie Cuttler and Rebecca Craft discuss their findings, their labs at WSU, their new research, and what makes this kind of research a challenge.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 19, 2021
US STI Rates by the Numbers: A Quiz Based on the Latest CDC Data
SAMPLE: Approximately what percentage of the total US population had an STI at a given point in 2018? Plus 6 more questions on STI trends based on the latest CDC data.
COVID-19 State Vaccination Priorities Change, As Needed
As states implement the CDC ACIP's COVID-19 vaccination priorities, they are revising them as needed based on federal, state, and local conditions. Here is a recent snapshot.
NSAID Use in Primary Care: A Quiz on Risks, Benefits, & Patient Selection
What is the drug of choice in a patient who is taking aspirin for secondary prevention of stroke? Ibuprofen? Celecoxib? Other? Plus 6 more questions on NSAID use in primary care.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 18, 2021
FDA Grants Label Expansion for Heart Failure Treatment
FDA approved the fixed-dose combination heart failure drug sacubitril/valsartan to reduce risk of CV death and hospitalization in patients with chronic heart failure.
Use of CGM during Early Weeks of COVID-19 Found to Improve Time in Range
A new review of >60 000 patients with diabetes found CGM use during the early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic improved their time in range.
COVID-19 & Pain: Acute and Postinfection Manifestations
Pain is a common complication of COVID-19 infection, during the illness and afterwards. Click through this summary of new data on acute pain and risk for persistent pain from COVID-19.
COVID-19 Updates: US and Global Cases, Deaths, and Recoveries as of February 17, 2021
When COVID-19 Strikes Close to Home: One MD's Story
Early in the pandemic, Dr MacArthur's family worried he would get infected at work and bring the virus home. COVID-19 did come close to home and a few lessons were learned.
Obesity Linked to Over Half of New Type 2 Diabetes Cases in US Annually
New research suggests obesity is responsible for 30%-53% of new type 2 diabetes cases in the US annually.
ACC Policy Statement: Prioritize COVID-19 Vaccine for Highest-risk CVD Patients
To ensure COVID-19 vaccination priority for the sickest CVD patients, the ACC statement identifies highest risk conditions within CVD to aid clinician decision making.
