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Heart Attack, Stroke Survivors at High Risk for Long COVID
Researchers suggest that anyone with cardiovascular disease should consider getting the updated COVID vaccine boosters.
Opinion
Maternal Immunization to Prevent Serious Respiratory Illness
Now, more than ever, we must fully embrace our responsibility to recommend immunizations in pregnancy and to communicate what is known about their...
News
Post-COVID Mental Health Risks Linger for Veterans
It appears that COVID-19 infection—even past the acute stage—could put hospitalized patients at risk of exacerbating existing...
Conference Coverage
New mRNA Vaccines in Development for Cancer and Infections
Different forms and designations of mRNA vaccines are used, depending on the application and desired effect.
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Study Shows Nirmatrelvir–Ritonavir No More Effective Than Placebo for COVID-19 Symptom Relief
The drug may not be particularly helpful for patients who are not at high risk for severe COVID-19.
Original Research
Underlying Mental Illness and Risk of Severe Outcomes Associated With COVID-19
This retrospective cohort study assessed outcomes among patients with mild or moderate COVID-19 to determine whether depression or schizophrenia...
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No Increased Stroke Risk After COVID-19 Bivalent Vaccine
No additional stroke risk was found with the COVID-19 vaccine 6 weeks after injection, study finds.
Commentary
COVID-19 Is a Very Weird Virus
COVID may cause immune system dysfunction that puts patients at risk for autoimmunity.
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Cognitive Deficits After Most Severe COVID Cases Associated With 9-Point IQ Drop
Those with mild illness averaged a 3-point lower IQ while those with severe disease averaged a 9-point drop in IQ.
Commentary
Long COVID: Another Great Pretender
The list of symptom is so long and complex and overlaps with so many other illnesses that a definitive diagnosis may be impossible.