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SARS-CoV-2 present significantly longer in stool than in respiratory, serum samples
April 27, 2020
SARS-CoV-2 is present significantly longer in samples from severe COVID-19 patients than from patients with mild infections.
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Undeterred during COVID-19, hospital chaplains transform delivery of spiritual care
April 27, 2020
“We offer the hope of a caring presence,” said Rabbi Neal J. Loevinger. “If someone is in a hole, our job is to climb down into the hole with them and say, ‘We’re going to get out of this hole together.’ ”
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COVID-19 registry tracks pregnant women, newborns
April 27, 2020
Within 2 weeks of going live, the registry had enrolled more than 400 participants from across the United States.
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COVID-19 linked to large vessel stroke in young adults
April 27, 2020
The virus appears to cause disease through a process of blood clotting, according to an expert.
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COVID-19: Psychiatrists ‘more than a match’ for crisis moment
April 27, 2020
Physicians can step up by fighting misinformation, holding leaders accountable, and tackling inequities, Dr. Patrice A. Harris said.
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COVID-19: Frequently asked clinical questions
April 24, 2020
Should I continue to vaccinate my pediatric population during peak COVID-19?
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FDA reiterates hydroxychloroquine limitations for COVID-19
April 24, 2020
An FDA Safety Communication restates that hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are only for hospitalized COVID-19 patients who can’t enter a trial.
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COVID-19: Experts call for ‘urgent’ global action to prevent suicide
April 24, 2020
An increase in suicide related to COVID-19 is not inevitable provided preventive action is prompt, the group notes.
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COVID-19: What are the major cardiovascular issues?
April 24, 2020
COVID myocarditis can mimic acute MI or stress cardiomyopathy and will present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
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Angiotensin drugs and COVID-19: More reassuring data
April 24, 2020
Data from one Wuhan hospital show no difference in COVID-19 severity or mortality in patients with hypertension taking ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Other reassuring studies are also emerging.