COVID-19

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Poll: Public Lost Trust in CDC During COVID-19 Crisis

Researchers polled more than 2000 Americans to assess their trust of the CDC, the US Postal Service, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Double Mutant’ Coronavirus Variant Detected in US for First Time

The SARS-CoV-2 variant has 2 mutations that help the virus attach to cells and has been driving a surge of COVID-19 cases in India.