New review claims first COVID-19 patient was Wuhan market vendor
Nov 19, 2021
Although the paper will rekindle debate over whether the pandemic resulted from animal-to-human transfer, it likely will not settle the issue.
Walmart recalls room spray due to rare and deadly bacteria
Oct 25, 2021
The four cases of melioidosis illness occurred in Georgia, Kansas, Texas and Minnesota, the CDC said. Melioidosis is typically found in parts of Asia and causes a variety of symptoms that can be confused...
Psoriasis not linked to preclinical markers of dementia
Sep 07, 2021
After adjustment for confounders, psoriasis may be linked to lower risk for developing dementia.
15 million COVID-19 vaccine doses wasted in U.S. since March 1
Sep 02, 2021
Reasons why doses may be marked as wasted include a cracked vial, an error diluting the vaccine or a freezer malfunction.
Dementia risk score linked to MRI markers of brain atrophy
Aug 26, 2021
Higher scores on the Lifestyle for Brain Health index were linked to higher volumes of white matter hyperintensities, lower scores for cognitive function.
Smartphone-only internet tied to lower patient portal use
Aug 05, 2021
When adjusting for smartphone-only use, low income was tied to lower likelihood of using a patient portal.
Primary care plays key role in vaccinating older individuals
Jul 23, 2021
Primary care physicians have been the largest provider of vaccinations for older individuals, according to a study published online in the July 1 issue of the Annals of Family Medicine.
One-third of elderly caregivers from gray market
Jun 29, 2021
Gray market care represents a substantial proportion of paid, long-term care for older adults, according to a study published online by the Journal of Applied Gerontology.
Vitamin D supplements, cod liver oil do not reduce COVID-19 risk
Sep 08, 2022
Two studies show no significant difference in the risk for COVID-19 or in four coprimary end points, including SARS-CoV-2 and serious COVID-19.
Flu vaccine offers moderate protection from stroke
Sep 07, 2022
After full adjustment, an association between influenza vaccination and ischemic stroke yielded an adjusted odds ratio of 0.88.