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SARS-CoV-2 as a North American Zoonosis

COVID-19 has become a North American zoonosis endemic in the Northeastern white-tailed deer population. Whether it causes symptomatic infection is unclear, but most infections likely are subclinical, with viral shedding in nasal secretions and feces. Now that infection has become established in this animal group, it likely will spread easily.

Using Honey to Treat Coughs

In a meta-analysis, researchers found honey alleviates cough for patients with upper respiratory infections.

Diet and the Risk of Dementia

This prospective cohort study demonstrated an association between a high inflammatory potential diet and increased risk for incident dementia.

In Addition to Vaccination, Can More Be Done to Prevent Severe COVID-19?

Using data for more than 1.2 million Americans who completed primary vaccination against COVID-19, severe disease outcomes were rare; however, vaccinated persons aged ≥ 65 years with immunosuppression or other underlying conditions were found to be at higher risk.

Using Honey to Treat Coughs

In a meta-analysis, researchers found honey alleviates cough for patients with upper respiratory infections.

Nutritional Interventions for Prodromal Alzheimer’s Disease

Over a 36-month period, patients with prodromal Alzheimer’s disease who consumed Fortasyn Connect (Souvenaid), a nutraceutical drink, demonstrated a slower decline in cognitive functions vs. the control group.

Using Breathing Techniques for Exertion and Anxiety During COVID Lockdowns

In a small prospective study comparing four breathing techniques, the maximum statistically significant effect on reduced perceived exertion during breath-holding is associated with a yoga breathing method called anulom vilom pranayama (alternate nostril breathing).

Missed STEMI Time Frames Will Complicate ED Malpractice Defense

Recently updated guidelines drive home the urgency of early ECG testing and rapid treatment.

Is Physical Activity Associated with Mortality Risk in Parkinson’s Disease?

In individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), physical activity (PA) at all intensities is associated with reduced all-cause mortality, with the greatest reduction seen in individuals who maintained PA before and after PD diagnosis.

The Effect of Disease-Modifying Therapies for Multiple Sclerosis on the Immune Responses to COVID-19 Vaccination

An analysis of a large group of patients with multiple sclerosis taking various disease-modifying therapies showed that the response to COVID-19 vaccination was not uniform across the therapies. Patients taking anti-CD20 therapies and fingolimod had attenuated responses to vaccines.