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August 13, 2021
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Top news this week: Moderna vaccine 93% effective at 6 months, patients prefer docs in white coats, and more

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This week, the CDC confirms a fatal case of melioidosis in Georgia; Moderna says its vaccine is 93% effective at 6 months; a survey shows patients prefer that physicians wear white coats; and more.

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CDC confirms fatal case of melioidosis in Georgia, links it to previous US cases

Moderna COVID-19 vaccine 93% effective, ‘durable’ at 6 months, company says

Casual attire is becoming more popular among physicians, but patients prefer white coats

Modified Mediterranean-ketogenic diet may reduce cognitive decline

Coexistence of bronchiectasis with asthma, chronic rhinosinusitis common

References:

Kawas MI, et al. Modified Mediterranean Ketogenic diet resolves default node network connectivity differences between adults with normal and impaired cognition: A pilot study. Presented at: Alzheimer’s Association International Conference; July 26-30, 2021 (virtual meeting).

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Press Release.

Sheng H, et al. BMC Pulm Med. 2021;doi:10.1186/s12890-021-01575-7.

Xun H, et al. JAMA Netw Open. 2021;doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.17779.

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Disclosures: Please see each study for relevant financial disclosures.