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15 Nov 2024

Washington Facing Dramatic Whooping Cough Spike

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is reporting a dramatic increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases, underscoring the importance of vaccination, particularly for young children and infants.
14 Nov 2024

New Data on RSV Burden in U.S. Adults 75+

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has caused severe illness in adults, especially among those aged 75 and older, but the burden of RSV-associated hospitalizations before vaccines were introduced is unclear.
13 Nov 2024

Clinical Implications of Metformin on COPD

Metformin, commonly prescribed for diabetes, may reduce the risks of exacerbation and hospitalization in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
12 Nov 2024

Annual DXA Screening “Essential” After Lung Transplant

A newly published study recommends annual DXA screenings for patients in the first 2 years after lung transplants to monitor bone mineral density (BMD) changes.
11 Nov 2024

How Does Asthma Alter Children’s Memory Development?

Children with asthma, particularly those with an early onset, may experience slower memory development and face challenges in cognitive functions.
11 Nov 2024

New Algorithm Enhances Precision in Long COVID Cohorts

Researchers have developed a precision phenotyping algorithm that significantly advances the identification of long COVID, or post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC), in patient records.
8 Nov 2024

FDA Proposes OTC Ban for Oral Phenylephrine

The FDA has announced it is proposing removing oral phenylephrine from the list of over-the-counter (OTC) nasal decongestant ingredients due to extensive evidence questioning its effectiveness.
7 Nov 2024

RSV Vaccines Validated: Cuts Hospitalizations, ICU Admissions

New research highlights the significant impact of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccines in reducing severe respiratory illness among older adults, a group disproportionately affected by RSV.