WHO Cautions Against Premature Declarations of Victory over COVID-19
The WHO cautions against premature declarations of victory over COVID-19 amid lifting of restrictions in some countries, emphasizing the importance of continued vigilance and adherence to public health measures to prevent resurgence and control the spread of SARS-CoV-2.
September 2022
Hyperimmune Serum in Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: Clinical Trial Outcomes
Hyperimmune serum therapy does not improve clinical outcomes in hospitalized COVID-19 patients, as demonstrated by a NIH trial comparing HIVIG plus remdesivir to remdesivir alone, highlighting the need for effective antiviral therapies in the management of severe COVID-19.
September 2022
Reduced Intensive Care Needs in Vaccinated Individuals: Cedars-Sinai and CDC Study
A new study from Cedars-Sinai and the CDC demonstrates that vaccinated individuals have reduced need for intensive care during surges of the Omicron and Delta variants, highlighting the effectiveness of vaccination in preventing severe COVID-19 outcomes.
September 2022
Worse Outcomes in Critical Illness for Patients with Cirrhosis: Clinical Considerations
Patients with alcohol-related cirrhosis experience worse outcomes in recovery from critical illness, underscoring the impact of underlying liver disease on clinical trajectories and highlighting the need for specialized care and management strategies in this patient population.
September 2022
Opioid-Free Pain Management after Sports Surgeries: Promising Approach
An opioid-free pain management approach effectively eliminates opioid use after common sports surgeries, highlighting the feasibility and efficacy of multimodal analgesic strategies in reducing postoperative pain and opioid-related complications.
September 2022
Cataract Extraction and Dementia Risk Reduction: Clinical Observations
Older adults undergoing cataract extraction have a lower risk of developing dementia, highlighting the potential cognitive benefits of cataract surgery and supporting its role in preserving cognitive function in aging populations.
September 2022
Impact of Poverty Reduction on Children's Brain Activity: Neurodevelopmental Insights
Unconditional cash transfers to mothers living in poverty during their children's first year of life can lead to changes in babies' brain activity, highlighting the potential neurodevelopmental benefits of poverty reduction interventions in early childhood.
September 2022
Acute Abdomen: Evaluation and Management Strategies for Primary Care
Primary care physicians receive an overview of how to evaluate and initiate management in patients presenting with acute abdomen, emphasizing the importance of timely assessment, differential diagnosis, and appropriate referral for further evaluation and treatment.
September 2022
Eosinophilic Digestive Diseases: Clinical Advances and Management Strategies
Current concepts on eosinophilic gastroenteritis, eosinophilic colitis, and other eosinophilic diseases distal to the esophagus provide insights into the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of eosinophilic digestive diseases, informing evidence-based approaches to patient care and treatment optimization.
September 2022
Urgent Call for Global Vaccine Action against COVID-19: Addressing Misinformation
Global efforts to combat COVID-19 must prioritize vaccine distribution and address misinformation to ensure equitable access to vaccines and control the spread of the virus, emphasizing the critical role of international cooperation and public health advocacy.
September 2022
