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Early oseltamivir associated with better flu outcomes in children
Early use of oseltamivir in hospitalized children with influenza led to better outcomes, according to the results of a large study published in JAMA Pediatrics.
Universal masking no longer recommended in health care facilities, CDC says
The CDC no longer recommends universal masking in health care settings unless the facilities are in areas of high COVID-19 transmission, according to updated guidance posted on the agency’s website.
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SARS-CoV-2 infects fat tissue, possibly explaining obesity risk factor
SARS-CoV-2 infects adipose tissue, where it can act as an ongoing source of virus replication and inflammation, according to a study that may indicate why obesity has proven to be such a significant risk factor for severe COVID-19.
CDC reports increased circulation of enterovirus linked to AFM
Surveillance data show increased circulation of enterovirus D68 — or EV-D68 — over the summer in the United States after a period of low circulation during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers reported this week in MMWR.
Hybrid immunity from prior omicron infection, vaccination provides best COVID-19 protection
Hybrid immunity from prior omicron infection and at least two doses of COVID-19 vaccine provided the highest protection from omicron infection, according to data recently published in The Lancet.
Data support EUA for bebtelovimab for COVID-19 during omicron dominance
Rates of severe disease and ICU admissions do not significantly differ among patients with COVID-19 receiving either bebtelovimab or Paxlovid, according to a recent study.
Vaccine makers seek FDA authorization for pediatric omicron boosters
Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna have asked the FDA to authorize bivalent omicron COVID-19 booster vaccines for children.
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Influenza testing low for many patients with community-acquired pneumonia
In a new study, most patients with community-acquired pneumonia did not receive testing for influenza, even during influenza season, researchers reported in Chest.
Biden says COVID-19 pandemic ‘is over,’ but experts not so sure
President Joe Biden on Sunday told “60 Minutes” that the COVID-19 pandemic “is over,” saying the worst was likely behind us, but experts questioned if that is the right message for Americans — and whether it is true.
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FDA approves nasal spray as first self-administered flu vaccine
September 20, 20241 min read -
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HHS proposes rule change for HIV-positive organ recipients
September 23, 20241 min read -
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Cold weather exposure may increase risk for heart attack
September 23, 20242 min read