COVID-19: Despite Strict Hygiene, Asymptomatic Transmission Rate High at Skilled Nursing Facility
At a skilled nursing facility in Massachusetts, researchers found an 85% prevalence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus among asymptomatic facility residents.
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New Drug Application for Remdesivir Submitted
Remdesivir is an investigational nucleotide analogue with broad-spectrum antiviral activity.
Moderna Charging Much More for COVID-19 Vaccine Than Others
Moderna is charging $37 a dose for its experimental vaccine, which is far more than what other companies say they plan to charge for their vaccines.
COVID-19: Utility of Antibiotic Therapy for Nosocomial Coinfection Unclear
Patients with COVID-19 who are admitted to the ICU may experience higher rates of coinfections requiring antibiotic therapy compared with non-ICU patients.
Convalescent Plasma Transfusion Appears Safe for Patients With COVID-19
The transfusion of human convalescent plasma as a mitigation and treatment option for patients with COVID-19 is associated with a low rate of serious adverse events.
Assessing Prone and Lateral Positioning in COVID-19 With Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure
Patients with hypoxemic acute respiratory failure because of COVID-19 who received CPAP therapy had a high failure rate during prone/lateral positioning tests.
Glucocorticoids Plus Tocilizumab May Improve Respiratory Outcomes in COVID-19-Related Cytokine Storm Syndrome
Researchers assessed the effect of treatment with glucocorticoids and tocilizumab in patients with severe COVID-19-associated cytokine storm syndrome.
COVID-19: Distance, Population, Weather Associated With Decreased SARS-CoV-2 Reproduction Number
Study results may provide guidance for healthcare policy and pandemic management at a selective, local level.
Risk for Bradycardia in Patients With COVID-19 Treated With Ritonavir
Ritonavir may increase the risk for bradycardia among critically ill patients with COVID-19.
Nearly Half of Hispanics, Blacks Scared to Go to Hospital During COVID-19
Hispanics and blacks are most likely to stay home if experiencing medical emergencies, like a heart attack or stroke, to avoid the risk of contracting COVID-19 at the hospital.
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