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Opinion
‘Doc, can I get a mask exemption?’
July 8, 2020
"It makes sense to say that if it makes you uncomfortable to wear a mask because it affects your breathing, you should think twice about getting in a situation where you would have to wear a mask," says Dr. Albert Rizzo.
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Higher stroke rates seen among patients with COVID-19 compared with influenza
July 6, 2020
Clinicians should be vigilant for symptoms and signs of acute ischemic stroke in patients with COVID-19.
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Opinion
COVID-19: Haiti is vulnerable, but the international community can help
July 1, 2020
Deep distrust has undermined the messages of public health officials, said Mr. Dorcela and Mr. St. Jean.
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Opinion
How racism contributes to the effects of SARS-CoV-2
June 29, 2020
Underrepresented minorities face systemic bias and racism when interacting with the healthcare system, Dr. Salles writes.
News
PAP use associated with lower mortality
June 26, 2020
What is the association between positive airway pressure (PAP) treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and mortality at long-interval follow-up?
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ACIP approves flu vaccine recommendations for 2020-2021
June 25, 2020
Next season’s vaccination options include new high-dose quadrivalent vaccines for seniors.
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Combined PH subtypes predicts poor survival in kidney disease
June 25, 2020
A combination of pre- and postcapillary hypertension was associated with the worst survival rates for CKD patients.
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Opinion
Guidance on infection prevention for health care personnel
June 23, 2020
Many clinicians have asked whether a physician should use a mask while seeing patients without COVID-19 in the office.
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News
Cost of preventable adult hospital stays topped $33 billion in 2017
June 23, 2020
Heart failure, diabetes, and COPD were the most expensive preventable conditions.
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‘Collateral damage’: COVID-19 threatens patients with COPD
June 22, 2020
Patients presenting at the ED with acute exacerbations of COPD could experience diagnostic and treatment delays.
