Disparities Seen in COVID-19 Hospitalizations in Racial/Ethnic Subgroups
Percentage of hospitalizations among Black patients exceeded percent in the state population
Each Week of Early Alcohol Use Tied to Incremental Miscarriage Risk
Risk increased even at low levels of consumption and when excluding binge drinking in first trimester
Short-Term PrEP Feasible for Men at Risk for HIV on Vacation
High levels of medication adherence observed; many interested in transitioning to long-term PrEP
Health Worse for Baby Boomer Caregivers Versus Noncaregivers
More caregivers have at least one chronic health condition, more often have frequent mental distress
CDC: Recalled Onions Linked to 869 Salmonella Cases in 47 States
Agency said there have been 116 hospitalizations
HHS: Pharmacists in All States Can Give Childhood Vaccinations
However, the directive does not permit pharmacists to administer vaccines to children younger than 3
FDA Emergency Approval on Hold for Blood Plasma to Treat COVID-19
More data are under review; the approval could still be issued in the near future
Poll: More Older Adults Using Telehealth During Pandemic
Comfort level with technology and telehealth visits increasing, but some concerns persist
Disparities Seen in COVID-19 Hot Spots for Racial, Ethnic Minority Groups
96.2 percent of 79 counties identified as hot spots have disproportionate number of cases among minorities
CDC: In 2018, 5.1 Percent of Adults Engaged in Heavy Drinking
Likelihood of engaging in heavy drinking up for adults who felt worried, nervous, anxious, depressed
