First Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Reinfections in US
A 25-year-old man from Nevada and a 42-year-old man in Virginia experienced second bouts of COVID-19 about 2 months after they tested positive the first time. WebMD Health News …read more
‘Profound Human Toll’ in Excess Deaths From COVID-19 Reported
Increased deaths due to heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease or dementia also increased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, research shows. Medscape Medical News …read more
COVID Could Add 20K+ Americans a Day to ‘Preexisting Conditions’
Researchers calculate the increase in Americans aged 20 to 60 years who could be considered to have a ‘preexisting condition’ because of COVID-19. Medscape Medical News …read more
CDER Chief Reflects on Advances in Rare Diseases
In this interview, she reflects on the CDER’s accomplishments in the field of rare diseases and what it’s like to be overseeing the therapeutics component of Operation Warp Speed amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Medscape Medical News …read more
New AHA Scientific Statement on Heart Health for LGBTQ Adults
The AHA urges routine check of cardiovascular health and efforts to combat discrimination in the healthcare setting for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning (LGBTQ) adults. Medscape Medical News …read more
‘Dr Pimple Popper’ Shares Her Social Media Tips
The way Sandra Lee, MD, sees it, establishing a presence on Instagram, Twitter, and other social media channels may not float your boat, but its potential influence deserves your attention. Medscape Medical News …read more
Spine Fractures More Common at Trampoline Parks, Study Shows
AAP research tracks rise of recreational facilities with trampolines and parallel growth of pediatric injuries. Medscape Medical News …read more
FDA Warns Mask Decontamination Company for Skirting Safety Rules
The FDA cites Battelle Memorial Institute for an inadequate adverse event reporting process for their mask decontamination system, which has emergency use authorization. News Alerts …read more
Pence, Harris Address COVID, Healthcare, Abortion
Plexiglas shields separated Pence and Harris, who were seated more than 12 feet apart — a safeguard requested by the senator and initially opposed (but later agreed to) by the vice president. WebMD Health News …read more
FDA Updates Info on Postmarketing Surveillance Study of Essure
The US Food and Drug Administration has updated its page on Essure information for patients and health care providers to add additional information on adverse events reported by its manufacturer. Medscape Medical News …read more