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Natural immunity from COVID-19 ‘may last months’
January 14, 2021
“I am strongly encouraged that people have immunity that is lasting much more than the few months that was speculated before the summer.”
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COVID protections suppressed flu season in U.S.
January 14, 2021
“This is my 30th flu season. I never would have expected to see flu activity this low.”
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A standardized approach to postop management of DOACs in AFib
January 13, 2021
Is it safe to adopt a standardized approach to direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) interruption for patients with atrial fibrillation (AFib) who are undergoing elective surgeries/procedures?
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Calcium-induced autonomic denervation linked to lower post-op AF
January 13, 2021
Although targeting the four major atrial ganglionated plexi reduced post-CABG atrial fibrillation, it’s not clear whether it can prevent stroke.
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Averting COVID hospitalizations with monoclonal antibodies
January 13, 2021
The antibody drugs do not cure COVID-19, but they reduce hospitalizations and visits to the ED for patients at high risk for disease progression.
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COVID-19 in children: Weekly cases trending downward
January 12, 2021
Despite the addition of 171,000 new cases during Jan. 1-7, weekly totals have declined since mid-December.
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Eosinophilia-guided treatment cuts corticosteroid exposure in COPD exacerbations
January 12, 2021
Is eosinophilia-guided therapy in the setting of a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation a safe way to reduce total systemic steroid exposure?
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Updated USPSTF HBV screening recommendation may be a ‘lost opportunity’
January 12, 2021
The recommendation defines risk groups more narrowly than the CDC, AASLD, and some research suggests risk-based screening is ineffective for chronic conditions.
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In COVID-19 patients, risk of bleeding rivals risk of thromboembolism
January 12, 2021
Trials are urgently needed to define optimal anticoagulation strategies for COVID-19 infection.
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Cloth masks provide inferior protection vs. medical masks, suggests evidence review
January 12, 2021
If cloth masks are used during PPE shortages, pairing them with plastic face shields may offer additional protection.
