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
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.
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
What Women Don't Know about their Health is Dangerous
Poll: 91% of women don’t know heart disease is the #1 cause of death in women and 81% aren’t aware that the Pap test screens only for cervical cancer. Counseling and education are needed.
Two Fruit Servings Daily May Reduce Odds of T2D by 36%, Study Suggests
An Australian study of more than 7000 adults suggests 2 servings of whole fruit per day helps preserve insulin sensitivity and mitigate risk for type 2 diabetes.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 8, 2021
FDA Awards Accelerated Approval to Aducanumab for Alzheimer Disease
The FDA approved today the first drug that targets the pathophysiolgic process responsible for Alzheimer disease and the first drug since 2003 to be approved for any Alzheimer treatment.
COVID-19 Updates: US Vaccinations and Global Cases and Deaths as of June 7, 2021
FDA Approves Semaglutide 2.4 mg for Chronic Weight Management in Obesity, Overweight
Semaglutide 2.4 mg is the first drug approved for chronic weight management since 2014 and the first once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist to be approved for that purpose.
CGM Improves Glycemic Control in Patients with T2D on Basal Insulin Alone
MOBILE study group: in patients with type 2 diabetes on a less intensive insulin regimen, CGM use lowered A1c and increased time in target glucose range vs traditional blood glucose monitoring.
Counsel Patients on "One Pill Can Kill" Meds in Common Pill Organizers
A new study reveals that nearly three-quarters of medication organizer packages contain a drug class from which a single pill could be lethal for a child.
Youth Tobacco Use in America: An Update
More US teens prefer menthol-flavored e-cigarettes, significant surge in use of disposable e-cigarettes, and additional findings from the 2020 National Youth Tobacco Survey, here.
Strong Magnets in iPhone 12 Series Can Interfere with Implanted Cardiac Devices
Magnet technology in the iPhone 12 Pro Max that allows the device to charge wirelessly can significantly impair function of a variety of cardiac implantable electronic devices.