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Anti-CD20 Therapy for Immune-Mediated Diseases Linked to Increased Mortality Risk in COVID-19

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Amit Akirov, MD

Researchers examined whether treatment with CD20 inhibitors resulted in worse COVID-19 outcomes among patients with immune-mediated diseases.

Muscle Mass Tied to Vasomotor Symptoms in Women at Menopause

Women with age-related loss of muscle mass may experience fewer hot flashes at menopause.

Nearly 10% of Younger Children Have Gotten First COVID-19 Vaccine Dose

Almost one in 10 eligible US children ages 5 to 11 years have received a first shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine since it was approved for that age group two weeks ago.

Women With Disabilities Have Poorer Diets, Face Food Insecurity

Women of reproductive age with disabilities report lower diet quality, food security, and physical activity.

Shelter-Based Care NP Dr Melissa Kalensky Shares COVID-19 Experiences

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Kristin Della Volpe

Melissa Kalensky, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, CNE, discusses her dual practice as a shelter-based care NP and an assistant professor at Rush University in Chicago.

Managing Patients Experiencing Adverse Events After COVID-19 Vaccination

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Ellen Strenger

A recent study demonstrates an approach for evaluating and managing patients with adverse events following immunization with the COVID-19 vaccine.

Effects of Fasting-Mimicking Diet Studied in Cancer Patients

Cyclic fasting or fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) may modulate systemic metabolism and boost antitumor immunity in cancer patients.

White House to Spend Billions to Boost COVID-19 Vaccine Supply

The Biden administration plans to invest billions to partner with industry to expand the nation’s ability to produce COVID-19 vaccines, ensure domestic supply, and help poor nations in their vaccination efforts.

Pfizer COVID-19 Pill to Be Made, Sold Cheaply in 95 Poor Countries

Pfizer Inc. announced that it has reached an agreement for its promising COVID-19 antiviral pill to be made and sold cheaply in 95 developing nations.

Federal Court Backs Stay on COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for Large Businesses

A stay on the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for large businesses has been upheld by a federal court.

Prior SARS-CoV-2 Infection Increases Protection for Vaccinated

For individuals vaccinated with mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, prior SARS-CoV-2 infection is associated with a lower risk for breakthrough infection.