Infectious Diseases/Vaccines

Although originally thought to be harmless in children, there is increasing evidence that children are not completely invulnerable to COVID-19

Thousands of scientists around the world are working on problems raised by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a summary of some recent research from peer-reviewed academic journals and scientific agencies...

National emergency stockpile supply of chloroquine/hydroxychloroquine can be used, but only when participation in clinical trials is not feasible

Early case series results show some promise, but further study required in controlled clinical trials

Randomized controlled trials are the only way to find effective and safe treatments for COVID-19

Pharmacy and medical organizations issue statements to discourage off-label prescribing

Professional organizations issue statements to counteract misinformation circulating in the media and on social media

NEJM: presence in aerosol of SARS-CoV-2 similar to that of CoV-1

People with diabetes, especially those with poor glycemic control, may be at increased risk of more severe symptoms and complications from coronavirus infection

Vaccination effectiveness was estimated by comparing vaccine coverage of patients who tested negative for influenza versus those who tested positive