Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of Dec. 21 to 23, 2020. This […]
Here is what the editors at Physician’s Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of Dec. 21 to 23, 2020. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal studies and other trusted sources that is most likely to affect clinical practice.
First COVID-19 Cases Reported in Antarctica
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — A COVID-19 outbreak in Antarctica means that the new coronavirus is now spreading on every continent.
COVID-19 Mortality Rates Dropped Over First Months of Pandemic
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — COVID-19 mortality rates decreased in U.S. hospitals during the first months of the pandemic, according to a study published online Dec. 22 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Public Health Videos Cut COVID-19 Knowledge Gap for Minorities
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — For Black and Latinx participants, watching public health video messages recorded by a diverse set of physicians reduces COVID-19 knowledge gaps, according to a study published online Dec. 21 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
No Evidence Found of Placental Infection, Vertical Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — There is no evidence of placental infection or vertical transmission of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, according to a study published online Dec. 22 in JAMA Network Open.
Majority Do Not Support COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates for Adults
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 23, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The public does not support COVID-19 vaccine mandates for U.S. adults, according to a research letter published online Dec. 18 in JAMA Network Open.
Poll: Pandemic-Related Concerns Top of Mind for Parents
TUESDAY, Dec. 22, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Parents’ biggest concerns are not with COVID-19 itself, but rather with the impacts of the pandemic, according to the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health.
Care Rationing Being Considered by California Hospitals
TUESDAY, Dec. 22, 2020 (HealthDay News) — Plans for rationing lifesaving care are being considered by some hospitals in California as the state struggles with overwhelming numbers of COVID-19 patients.
European Union Approves Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
TUESDAY, Dec. 22, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine was approved by the European Union on Monday and should soon be available in all 27 member nations.
Buprenorphine Rx Fills for OUD Plateau During Pandemic
TUESDAY, Dec. 22, 2020 (HealthDay News) — The number of individuals filling buprenorphine prescriptions for opioid use disorder has plateaued but not decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a research letter published online Dec. 21 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Most Pregnant Women With SARS-CoV-2 Infection Are Asymptomatic
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Study Looks at Barriers to Initiation of Rotavirus Vaccine 
~16 Percent of COVID Cases Develop Postacute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Tied to Nearly Doubled Risk for Flu, COVID-19 in Childhood 
Adenotonsillectomy Tied to Increase in Respiratory Tract Infections in Children 
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Flu Treatment With Oseltamivir Linked to Reduced Risk for Pediatric ICU Admissions, Length of Stay 
AAP Releases Influenza Vaccine Recommendations for All Children 6 Months and Older 
