COVID-19 Updates
From the Journals
Sexual dysfunction, hair loss linked with long COVID
The symptoms, among others, join a list of better-known symptoms linked to long COVID.
Commentary
Guidance From the National Psoriasis Foundation COVID-19 Task Force
When COVID-19 emerged in March 2020, physicians were forced to evaluate the potential impacts of the pandemic on our patients and the conditions...
Latest News
Haven’t had COVID yet? Wanna bet?
These silent COVID-19 cases reflect a hidden side of the pandemic that may be helping to drive new surges and viral variants.
Latest News
COVID skin manifestations vary by type of variant, U.K. study finds
Omicron and Delta COVID-19 skin manifestations differ, according to large U.K. patient survey.
Feature
Scientists aim to combat COVID with a shot in the nose
The Biden administration held a summit on the future of COVID-19 vaccines.
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.”
Feature
Methotrexate’s impact on COVID-19 vaccination: New insights made
New studies assess patients with various immune-mediated inflammatory diseases to determine the risks and benefits of pausing methotrexate after...
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.
Conference Coverage
‘Myriad’ dermatologic reactions after COVID-19 vaccination
The most common delayed events were pityriasis rosea and lichen planus.