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Repeat Infections with Endemic Coronaviruses and Possible Implications for COVID-19
Repeat infection with endemic seasonal coronavirus occurs commonly and raises concerns about immunity to SARS-CoV-2 as well as about the efficacy of vaccines in the protection against infection because of this virus.
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The COVID-19 Pandemic: What Comes Next? Lessons from Seasonal Coronaviruses
In temperate regions other than China, human seasonal coronaviruses circulate most heavily during the winter months, overlapping with influenza and respiratory syncytial virus. This may be the eventual pattern for SARS-CoV-2.
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Natural History Study Focuses on Unlocking Mysteries of Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Non-polio enteroviruses have been suspected as the primary culprits causing acute flaccid myelitis. However, it is clear now that other viruses can cause the illness.
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Another Outbreak of Acute Flaccid Myelitis Could Complicate COVID-19 Response
If previous patterns hold true, there could be an outbreak this year of acute flaccid myelitis, the frightening polio-like condition the CDC has been studying since 2014. Public health experts advise frontline providers to be particularly attuned to patients presenting with the hallmark limb weakness, and to report such cases promptly to their state health department.
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Rural Hospitals Struggle Amid Budgetary Constraints, Reporting Requirements
The COVID-19 pandemic response has pushed many rural hospitals to the brink, placing added strains on skeletal workforces that have long struggled to meet the healthcare needs of their communities. While some smaller facilities are pitching in to help larger, urban centers manage capacity, others have seen their patient volumes dwindle as fear keeps patients from accessing needed care. Most conclude the pandemic is highlighting the need for change in the way healthcare is delivered to rural communities.
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Confusion, Skepticism Abound Regarding Convalescent Plasma as a COVID-19 Therapeutic
From collection to analysis to reporting, it seems everyone registered a complaint about the entire process.
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Stroke Risk: COVID-19 vs. Influenza
During the early surge in COVID-19 infections in New York City, many neurologists observed an unusual frequency of ischemic stroke. Researchers investigated further. Read on to learn what they discovered.
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Congress Considers Legislation Addressing Healthcare Provider Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has placed historic burdens on already-taxed frontline clinicians.
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Fostemsavir Extended-Release Tablets (Rukobia)
Fostemsavir is indicated, with other antiretrovirals, to treat HIV-1 infections in heavily treatment-experienced adults with multidrug-resistant HIV-1 infections who are failing current regimens.
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COVID-19 and Steroids: Is There a Consensus?
A study of adults admitted with COVID-19 pneumonia revealed risk factors associated with developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and progression from ARDS to death included older age, neutrophilia, organ dysfunction, and coagulation derangement.