Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine: New Storage Conditions Approved; Booster Dose Study Initiated
Previously, the labeling stated that the undiluted vials must be stored in an ultra-low temperature freezer.
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Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccine Gets Priority Review
TicoVac is an inactivated whole virus vaccine developed using a master ‘seed’ virus that is similar to the tick-borne encephalitis virus found in nature.
Healthy Microbiome Is Key to Sepsis Management
The authors emphasize that sepsis treatment should be guided by the connection between the microbiota and sepsis outcomes.
Mortality Rates for Pneumonia and Influenza Vary by Geographical Area
Researchers assessed whether there was geographic variation in racial disparity in influenza and pneumonia.
Abnormal Liver Function Tests Linked to Severe SARS-CoV-2 Infection
By conducting prospective studies of liver function test abnormalities at baseline, a team of researchers hoped to elucidate the clinical relevance of liver injury in patients with COVID-19.
Meta-Analysis: SARS-CoV-2 Air Contamination in Hospitals
Study authors reviewed current evidence on air contamination with SARS-CoV-2 in hospital settings, and the factors associated with contamination.
Type O and Rh-Negative Blood Type Protective Against COVID-19
Investigators determined whether ABO and Rh blood groups were associated with risk for SARS-CoV-2 infection and severe COVID-19 illness.
Dry Mouth Spray Recalled Due to Possible Microbial Contamination
The recall applies to products bearing an expiration date from 11/2021 through 5/2022.
ACIP: 2021 Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule Updates
Fewer childhood vaccines have been administered due to a decline in outpatient pediatric visits resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
High Prevalence of Antibiotic Resistance in Men Who Have Sex With Men
The goal of this study was to assess the impact of doxycycline PEP on M genitalium, an emerging pathogen among men who have sex with men that has rising rates of antibiotic resistance.
Prophylactic Anticoagulation May Cut COVID-19 Mortality
Prophylactic anticoagulation is associated with reduced risk of 30-day mortality among patients admitted to hospital with COVID-19.
Maintaining Weight Loss in Patients With Obesity and NAFLD Often Challenging
Researchers in a real-world clinical practice study assessed the incidence of weight loss and weight regain in patients with NAFLD and overweight or obesity.
State Mask Mandates Tied to Drop in COVID-19 Hospitalization Growth Rate
Implementation of statewide mask mandates is associated with a reduction in COVID-19-associated hospitalization growth rates.
Stem Cell Transplantation Increases Mortality Risk From COVID-19, Study Confirms
Patients who have undergone either autologous or allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) are at high risk for mortality in the event of a COVID-19 diagnosis.
Parental HPV Vaccine Hesitancy Increased During 2012 to 2018
From 2012 to 2018, there was an increase in the proportion of unvaccinated adolescents who were recommended the HPV vaccine by their provider.
Dexmedetomidine No Better Than Propofol for Adults With Sepsis
For mechanically ventilated adults with sepsis, outcomes do not differ significantly for those receiving dexmedetomidine or propofol.
Clinical Challenge: Feeding Issues and Fussiness in a 3-Month-Old Infant
Since 1980, infant botulism has been the most common form of human botulism in the United States, with roughly 100 to 140 cases reported per year.
Dr Fauci on COVID-19 Vaccines and Putting an End to the Pandemic
In an interview session attended by the Clinical Advisor, Dr Anthony Fauci shares his thoughts on COVID-19 vaccines.
COVID-19 Outcomes Worse for Patients with HIV
Persons living with HIV who are diagnosed with COVID-19 are more likely to require hospitalization and to die.
Why Mass Screening for COVID-19 With Infrared Thermometers Has Failed
William F Wright, MD, and Philip A Mackowiak, MD, discuss the difficulties of utilizing noncontact infrared thermometers for the mass screening of COVID-19 infections.
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