Infectious Diseases
News
HIV does not appear to worsen COVID-19 outcomes
“We don’t see any signs that people with HIV should take extra precautions” to protect themselves from COVID-19, said Keith Sigel, MD.
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Higher stroke rates seen among patients with COVID-19 compared with influenza
Clinicians should be vigilant for symptoms and signs of acute ischemic stroke in patients with COVID-19.
News
Sepsis readmissions risk linked to residence in a poor neighborhoods
Patients who live in disadvantaged neighborhoods may not have access to healthy food and safe housing.
Opinion
COVID-19: Haiti is vulnerable, but the international community can help
Deep distrust has undermined the messages of public health officials, said Mr. Dorcela and Mr. St. Jean.
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Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trials launching in July, expert says
“The good news is that the new coronavirus is relatively stable,” Dr. Paul A. Offit said.
Opinion
How racism contributes to the effects of SARS-CoV-2
Underrepresented minorities face systemic bias and racism when interacting with the healthcare system, Dr. Salles writes.
News
ACIP plans priority groups in advance of COVID-19 vaccine
Tiered approach to COVID-19 vaccination builds on pandemic flu framework.
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ACIP approves flu vaccine recommendations for 2020-2021
Next season’s vaccination options include new high-dose quadrivalent vaccines for seniors.
News
Inside Mercy’s mission to care for non-COVID patients in Los Angeles
“We went into it with expectations of, ‘We’ll treat as many patients as you need us to take,” Commander Erin Blevins recalled.
Opinion
Guidance on infection prevention for health care personnel
Many clinicians have asked whether a physician should use a mask while seeing patients without COVID-19 in the office.