News
Biden vaccine mandate rule could be ready within weeks
September 13, 2021
Companies that refuse to follow the standard could be fined $13,600 per violation.
Opinion
My experience of a COVID-19 vaccine breakthrough infection
September 13, 2021
Though vaccinated fully, this hospitalist experienced a breakthrough COVID-19 infection, and urges others to be cautious.
News
How an ‘ad hoc’ hospitalist model evolved during India’s COVID surge
September 10, 2021
Indian physicians will not adopt a full-fledged hospitalist model unless the payer structure changes.
News
COVID-19 spares lung function in young adults
September 10, 2021
“We found no effect of COVID-19 on spirometric lung function in generally healthy adults.”
News
Sweeping new vaccine mandates will impact most U.S. workers
September 10, 2021
“A distinct minority of Americans, supported by a distinct minority of elected officials, are keeping us from turning the corner,” President Biden said.
News
Long COVID could spell kidney troubles down the line
September 9, 2021
COVID-19 survivors should routinely be checked for kidney function, which is often damaged by the SARS-CoV-2 virus months after both severe and milder cases.
News
United States reaches 5 million cases of child COVID
September 8, 2021
New cases and hospitalizations reach new highs while vaccinations continue to drop in 12- to 15-year-olds.
News
COVID-19 continues to complicate children’s mental health care
September 8, 2021
One pediatric hospital’s strategies for managing medical and mental health in the wake of the ongoing pandemic.
News
Anakinra improved survival in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
September 7, 2021
Phase 3 randomized trial showed improved survival and shorter hospital stay in COVID-19 patients who were given anakinra, compared with those given a placebo.
Opinion
Addressing vaccine hesitancy with patients
September 7, 2021
Why are some patients hesitant about receiving a lifesaving vaccine?