Neurologic Manifestations of COVID-19 Linked to Higher Mortality
Researchers sought to determine the neurologic phenotypes, incidence, and outcomes among adults hospitalized with COVID-19.
Health Disparity
American College of Physicians Urges COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Equity
The American College of Physicians (ACP) released a statement supporting an “immediate ramping up of supply for distribution of COVID-19 vaccines equitably among and within countries in need.”
SARS-CoV-2 Mortality Increased for Patients With Active Cancer
Patients with active cancer hospitalized with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) are at a higher risk of mortality.
After Editor-in-Chief’s Resignation, JAMA Journals Outline Steps to Address Racism
The American Medical Association announced Thursday a series of steps it will take to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
“Race Correction” May Lead to Underdiagnosis of Lung Disease
Removing race correction from the interpretation of pulmonary function tests results in higher prevalence and severity of lung disease among Black individuals.
Functional Decline Common in Adults Hospitalized for COVID-19
Forty-five percent of adults hospitalized for COVID-19 experienced functional decline impacting survival.
COVID-19 Pandemic Tied to Increase in Overdose Deaths
There was an increase in drug overdose deaths in San Francisco during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Greater Burden of COVID-19 on Families of Color, Families of Children With Asthma
Families of color and families of children with asthma have suffered greater COVID-19 pandemic-related consequences compared with non-Hispanic White families.
Addressing Pulmonary Care Among Transgender Patients: Improvement, Research Needed
Higher rates of smoking, lower rates of lung cancer screening, and more diagnoses of asthma and COPD have been seen in transgender vs cisgender individuals.
Europe Surpasses 1 Million COVID-19 Deaths
The COVID-19 death toll in Europe has surpassed 1 million, and it is seeing about 1.6 million new cases each week.
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