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From the Journals
‘The story unfolding is worrisome’ for diabetes and COVID-19
Diabetes Care has published a host of new articles on diabetes and COVID-19 infection, as NIDDK researchers also acknowledge risks to other organ...
Latest News
Today’s top news highlights: Primary care practices struggle, Americans split on COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19 puts primary care practice in peril, and social distancing takes a toll on seniors.
From the Journals
More evidence hydroxychloroquine is ineffective, harmful in COVID-19
New observational data show that hydroxychloroquine it is not only without benefit for COVID-19 but also increases death and arrhythmias.
Latest News
Today’s top news highlights: Remdesivir data dive, FDA approves contraceptive gel
FDA approves the first contraceptive gel and researchers published full results from a remdesivir trial.
Feature
Patient-focused precautions, testing help blunt pandemic effects on heme-onc unit
Multiple factors helped keep the anticipated COVID-19 surge manageable at the hematologic oncology service of Levine Cancer Institute.
Latest News
Today’s top news highlights: ACE inhibitors in COVID patients, fewer AMI admissions, and more
Older patients with COVID-19 had a lower risk of developing severe illness if they were taking ACE inhibitors in a new study.
Commentary
COVID-19 and Mental Health Awareness Month
As a community, we must be prepared to meet the escalating needs of our population, said Dr. Eva Ritvo.
Feature
COVID-19 exacerbating challenges for Latino patients
The disparities are likely tied to economic and social conditions more common among such populations, compared with non-Hispanic whites.
Guidelines
Even with mild COVID-19, athletes need cardiac testing before returning to play
These recommendations are part of a clinical algorithm that sorts athletes based on coronavirus test status and symptom severity.
Conference Coverage
Many hydroxychloroquine COVID-19 prophylaxis trials lack ECG screening
Guidelines
Societies offer advice on treating osteoporosis patients during pandemic
General and specific recommendations from leading bone health organizations shine a light on how to manage osteoporosis patients during the COVID-...