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Web-based fellowship interviews in the era of COVID 19: Tips and tricks
Fellowship interviews are an essential step - arguably the most important step - in the process of matching candidates to training programs.
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One-third of outpatients with COVID-19 are unwell weeks later
“This should impact the perception of this being a mild illness in the young adult population and encourage them to comply with recommendations of...
From the Journals
Rapid drop of antibodies seen in those with mild COVID-19
“Our paper is the first to put firm numbers on the dropping of antibodies after early infection.”
From the Journals
Even mild obesity raises severe COVID-19 risks
People with BMI of 30 kg/m2 or higher are at increased risk for severe illness, while BMI of 35 or greater dramatically increases the...
Conference Coverage
Hep C sofosbuvir/daclatasvir combo promising for COVID-19
“We need to remember that conducting research amidst a pandemic with overwhelmed hospitals is a clear challenge, and we cannot be sure of success...
From the AGA Journals
Wear N95 masks during endoscopy
Updated recommendations state personnel should wear N95 masks and double gloves when performing endoscopy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
News
AGA meta-analysis leads to new COVID-19 GI and liver best practices
"We seek to summarize international data on the GI and liver manifestations of COVID-19 infection and treatment," the panelists wrote.
Conference Coverage
Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trials launching in July, expert says
“The good news is that the new coronavirus is relatively stable,” Dr. Paul A. Offit said.
Commentary
How racism contributes to the effects of SARS-CoV-2
Underrepresented minorities face systemic bias and racism when interacting with the healthcare system, Dr. Salles writes.
Conference Coverage
ACIP plans priority groups in advance of COVID-19 vaccine
Tiered approach to COVID-19 vaccination builds on pandemic flu framework.