COVID-19 Updates
From the Journals
Two distinct phenotypes of COVID-related myocarditis emerge
A new study points to significantly different clinical presentations, immunologic profiles, and outcomes.
From the Journals
Immune response may explain brain damage after COVID-19
Antibodies appear involved in an attack on the cells lining the brain’s blood vessels.
Latest News
Biden tests positive for COVID-19: White House
President Biden plans to isolate at the White House and “will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time.”
From the Journals
Cancer drug significantly cuts risk for COVID-19 death
The data are “pretty impressive and in a group of patients that we really have limited things to offer.”
Livin' on the MDedge
Shift schedule today could worsen that stroke tomorrow
Plus: Feed your soul with online art, feed your “hangry” etymologist, but don’t feed anyone with SARS-CoV-2 from the freezer.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA grants emergency authorization for Novavax COVID vaccine
Clinical trials found the vaccine to be 90.4% effective in preventing mild, moderate or severe COVID-19.
From the Journals
Study confirms increased CVT with AstraZeneca COVID vaccine
“Reassuringly, no consistent association was observed between the Pfizer and Moderna mRNA vaccines and these rare complications.”
From the Journals
Surgery during a pandemic? COVID vaccination status matters – or not
Conference Coverage
Severe COVID-19 and blood cancer: Plasma therapy may help
Some data indicate that certain patients who cannot mount a strong immune response to SARS-CoV-2 infection may benefit.
News
FDA panel strongly backs protein-based Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
“Having a protein-based alternative may be more comfortable for some in terms of their acceptance of vaccines.”
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How to manage drug interactions with Paxlovid for COVID-19
“There is a concern that people have not been prescribing it because of fear of these interactions.” In some cases those fears may be valid, in...