Search results for "COVID-19"
Details on second mRNA COVID-19 vaccine boosters
This column reviews details on recent recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/05/details-on-second-mrna-covid-19-vaccine-boosters.htm
1 May 2022
Nirmatrelvir/ritonavir rarely leads to rebound, doesn't help average-risk patients, studies find
A retrospective analysis found that symptom rebound occurred in less than 1% of high-risk COVID-19 patients treated with nirmatrelvir/ritonavir, while the manufacturer reported that the drug didn't show significant benefit in average-risk patients.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/06/21/2.htm
21 Jun 2022
IDSA offers guidance on managing drug interactions with nirmatrelvir/ritonavir
The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) listed six steps to help clinicians prescribe the COVID-19 medication while minimizing interaction risks. Other recent research looked at neuropsychiatric conditions after COVID-19 and hospital profits during the pandemic.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/05/17/2.htm
17 May 2022
MKSAP Quiz: Routine visit for a patient with chronic kidney disease
A 45-year-old man is evaluated during a routine visit in September. He has advanced chronic kidney disease due to IgA nephropathy. After his vaccination history is evaluated, what is the most appropriate additional vaccine to administer at this visit?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2023/07/18/3.htm
18 Jul 2023
Recommendations on avoiding drug-drug interactions, data on recovery after ventilation
A panel of experts offered advice on avoiding drug-drug interactions when prescribing nirmatrelvir-ritonavir for patients with COVID-19, and two studies offered good news about postdischarge outcomes in COVID-19 patients who underwent a tracheostomy.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/01/4.htm
1 Mar 2022
Two studies show effectiveness of mRNA boosters against omicron variant
Other recent research on COVID-19 revealed the high transmissibility of the omicron stealth variant and changes in the brain after SARS-CoV-2 infection.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2022/03/15/5.htm
15 Mar 2022
Remain vigilant this ‘twindemic’ season
The CDC is anticipating a resumption of seasonal flu activity in the U.S., but the potential effects of the COVID-19 pandemic this year remain unknown.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/10/remain-vigilant-this-twindemic-season.htm
1 Oct 2021
Doctors in training seek ‘bright hope’
The first-ever virtual meeting for the College's Resident/Fellow and Medical Student Members featured a lesson in resiliency during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as sessions for overcoming early-career failures and working for racial justice.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/07/doctors-in-training-seek-bright-hope.htm
1 Jul 2021
Dealing with dementia, Q&As on COVID-19
This issue also covers testosterone and men's health, as well as preconception care.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/05/dealing-with-dementia-qandas-on-covid-19.htm
1 May 2020
Pandemic provides impetus for POLSTs
ACP Advance: COVID-19 Recovery Program helps practices use team-based quality improvement to improve systems of care for patients with or at risk for COVID-19.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2022/01/pandemic-provides-impetus-for-polsts.htm
1 Jan 2022