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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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