Humidity from Mask Wearing May Lessen Respiratory Disease Severity
Study investigators tested N95, 3-ply disposable surgical, 2-ply cotton-polyester, and heavy cotton masks to assess humidity levels and corresponding benefits.
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Phase I Trial Of An Adenovirus Vector Vaccine for Zika Virus Shows High Immunogenicity And Safety
Researchers recruited a group of 100 healthy adult volunteers to assess safety and reactogenicity outcomes of the Ad26.ZIKV.001 Zika vaccine.
COVID-19 Lockdowns Associated With Glycemic Control Improvements in Patients With T1D
A study designed to evaluate the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 lockdown on people living with type 1 diabetes, shows patients were able to improve their glycemic control indices.
MAC Risk in Patients With Bronchiectasis on Long-Term Macrolide Therapy
Patients with bronchiectasis on long term macrolide therapy were at low risk of developing macrolide-resistant Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease.
NIH Starts Trial Looking at Rare Allergic Reactions to COVID-19 Vaccines
A new study will enroll 3400 people between 18 and 69 years of age to better understand allergic reactions to Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines.
Special ACA Enrollment Window Brings Insurance to 500,000 Americans
President Joe Biden reopened the ACA insurance markets as millions became eligible as of April 1 for increased subsidies toward their premium.
COVID-19 Cases Climb in the Midwest as British Variant Takes Hold in US
Scientists and health officials have warned that a fourth wave of COVID-19 cases could arise in the US due to the emergence of more contagious variants and the easing of social distancing measures.
Changes in Cancer Incidence, Deaths Expected by 2040
Researchers used population growth projections and current population-based cancer incidence and death rates to calculate the changes in incidences and deaths to 2040.
Repeated Influenza Vaccination Could Reduce Effectiveness
Researchers assessed the impact on pooled adjusted end-season vaccine effectiveness estimates from outpatient test-negative design studies.
Patients With CAP At Increased Risk of CV Events and Poor Clinical Outcomes
Investigators assessed the cumulative incidence of acute cardiovascular complications during hospitalization for community-acquired pneumonia in internal medicine units.
Modified High-Risk OSA May Increase Risk of Clinical Worsening in COVID-19
Patients with COVID-19 who have modified high-risk obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are at increased risk for delayed clinical improvement compared with patients who have modified low-risk OSA.
Factors Contributing to Eradication of Helicobacter pylori With Vonoprazan, Amoxicillin Therapy
A team of investigators conducted a multicenter, randomized, controlled trial to identify factors related to the eradication of H pylori with dual vonoprazan and amoxicillin as first-line therapy.
Stethoscope Remains Best Way to Monitor Fetal Distress During Labor
Researchers conducted a systematic literature review to identify randomized trials evaluating any intrapartum fetal surveillance method.
Chest CT Indicates Mortality Risk in COPD
Researchers examined correlations between SAT, IMAT, and pectoralis PM areas from chest CT with mortality in individuals with COPD.
Few COVID-19 Infections Seen in Vaccinated Health Care Workers
Researchers report on their institution-initiated efforts offering vaccination to frontline employees to assess incidence if SARS-CoV-2 infections.
Acupuncture Effective for Chronic Muscular Pain in Cancer Survivors
Researchers assessed the effectiveness of electroacupuncture or auricular acupuncture vs usual care for chronic musculoskeletal pain in cancer survivors.
Persistent Viral Shedding Associated with Severe COVID-19 Disease
Researchers studied the dynamics of viral shedding in COVID-19 patients who had submitted routine NPS, sputum, or endotracheal aspirates samples.
DTaP, MMR, and Varicella Vaccination Coverage Among Kindergarteners in 2019-20
Researchers summarized DTaP, MMR, and varicella vaccination coverage for kindergartners reported by immunization programs in 48 states for the 2019-20 school year.
Flucelvax Quadrivalent Approval Expanded to Include Younger Patients
Flucelvax Quadrivalent is a subunit influenza vaccine manufactured using cell derived candidate vaccine viruses; it does not contain egg proteins or antibiotics.
COVID-19 Recovery Program Could Be Modeled After Virtual Sepsis Care
An existing virtual transition and recovery program for patients with sepsis may be used as a model for similar programs for COVID-19 survivors.
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