Is the ‘Delta Plus’ COVID-19 Variant a New Concern?
On Tuesday, more than 40 cases of Delta Plus variant were found across three states in India
Second COVID-19 Vaccine Dose Missed by More Than 10 Percent of Americans
Adults younger than 30 most likely to have missed second dose, with nearly 12 percent outside of the 42-day allowable window
Hawaii to Ease COVID-19 Rules for Fully Vaccinated Tourists
Governor recently said the state is expected to reach a 60 percent vaccination rate among all residents by July 8
Most COVID-19 Patients Recover Smell at One Year
However, participants tend to underreport the return of normal smell compared with objective evaluation
All Types of Coffee May Protect Against Chronic Liver Disease
Lower risk for chronic liver disease and related outcomes seen for consumption of brewed decaffeinated, instant, and ground coffee
Current Use of Hormonal Contraceptives May Up Glaucoma Risk
Authors say risk for glaucoma is low and should not discourage use of hormonal contraceptives
Virtual Reality Game May Aid Management of Pediatric Burn Pain
Smartphone game easily implemented in an outpatient clinic during burn dressing changes
Fracture Risk With Cerebral Palsy Differs From General Population
Middle-aged men with cerebral palsy are five times more likely to suffer fractures than men without cerebral palsy
Immunomodulation With IVIG, Glucocorticoids Examined in MIS-C
Early outcomes of two large observational studies show mixed results for the efficacy of immunomodulation with IVIG, glucocorticoids, or both
Genetic Risk Score May Predict Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Odds ratio for developing AIS was 3.36 for the highest decile for PRS versus the fifth decile, which was designated as the average-risk group
