Certain Antihypertensive Agents May Aid Cognition in Elderly
Memory recall better for up to three years with blood-brain barrier-crossing renin-angiotensin drugs versus nonpenetrant counterparts
In 11 States, Seniors’ Low Vaccination Rates a ‘Powder Keg’ for New Cases
In states where vaccination rates are low, seniors who have not gotten a shot pose a public health risk as social-distancing restrictions are stripped away
Investigation Starts in Five States After Imported Dog Develops Rabies
At least 12 people were exposed to the dog, which was among 33 dogs and one cat that arrived in Chicago from Azerbaijan
Local Fans Now Allowed to Attend Tokyo Olympics
Fans will not be allowed to cheer, must wear masks, and are being told to go straight home afterward
Privacy Concerns Examined Regarding Use of Mobile Health Apps
28.1 percent of apps provided no privacy policies; 47 percent of user data transmission complied with privacy policy
U.S. to Spend $3.2 Billion to Help Develop Antiviral Pills for COVID-19
Oral medications patients take when symptoms first appear are being tested, but initial results are not expected for several months
European Union Opens Doors to American Travelers
Decision is nonbinding and each EU nation can decide how to regulate visitors
Rare Events of ITP Associated With ChAdOx1 Vaccine
Small increased risk for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura seen after first dose with estimated incidence of 1.13 cases per 100,000 doses
Diabetes, Sleep Disturbances Up Risk for Early Death
Having both conditions poses greater risk than either condition alone
Obesity Tied to Long-Term COVID-19 Complications
Increases seen for hospital admission, mortality, need for diagnostic medical tests occurring 30+ days after positive COVID-19 test
