Enrollment Begins in NIH-Sponsored Trial of Remdesivir for COVID-19 Patients
Institutions also announce enrollment in study evaluating efficacy of sarilumab for hospitalized COVID-19 patients
American College of Cardiology, March 28-30
The American College of Cardiology 69th Annual Scientific Session and Expo The annual meeting of the American College of Cardiology was held virtually...
Gastrointestinal Symptoms Common in COVID-19 Patients
GI symptoms were more prevalent in later stages of epidemic in China
Rivaroxaban Prevents VTE After Lower-Limb Surgery
Rivaroxaban superior to enoxaparin for preventing major VTE after nonmajor orthopedic surgery
COPD Independent Risk Factor for Lung Cancer
Risk for lung cancer higher for never smokers with COPD, ever smokers with or without COPD
Early Deep Remission of Crohn Disease Tied to Better Outcomes
Findings show significant decrease in adverse outcomes over three years of follow-up
Many Legal Marijuana Products Too Strong for Treating Pain
Majority of products in medicinal, recreational programs advertised to have >15 percent THC
Autism Rates Inversely Tied to County’s Wealth
Wealthy California parents may have more access to private care, treatment
Higher Alcohol Intake May Harm Bone Health in HIV Patients
Alcohol intake tied to levels of bone turnover markers in patients with HIV and substance use disorder
Test for COVID-19 Antibodies Approved by FDA
Test checks for protective antibodies in a finger prick of blood