Medscape Newsfeed:
- More Than One Third of COVID-19 Infections Are Asymptomatic
A systematic review of 61 SARS-CoV-2 studies estimates the prevalence of asymptomatic infections. Medscape Medical News
- The Changing Brain Signature of HIV
Potent anti-HIV therapy has been accompanied by a shift in the profile of HIV-related brain abnormalities beyond the basal ganglia, frequently implicated in the pre-cART era, to limbic structures. Medscape Medical News
- Stem Cell Transplant Shows Long-term Benefit in MS
In the longest follow-up so far reported, 65% of patients with MS had experienced no worsening of disability at 10 years. Better results were seen in those with relapsing-remitting MS. Medscape Medical News
- Myocarditis May Be Rare After COVID-19 in Elite Athletes
Some supposed 'myocarditis' detected by MRI after COVID-19 in university varsity competitors might really be normal heart muscle -- normal for athletes, that is, propose researchers. Medscape Medical News
- Health Experts Blame Rapid Expansion for Vaccine Shortages
The push that began over a week ago has not been accompanied by enough doses to meet demand, according to state and local officials, leading to frustration and confusion. Associated Press
NIH Newsfeed:
- Low-dose aspirin may improve pregnancy chances for women with one or two prior miscarriages
NIH study examines pattern of aspirin use, rather than difference between aspirin and placebo groups.
- Full-dose blood thinners decreased need for life support and improved outcome in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Full doses of blood thinners, in addition to being safe, were superior to the doses normally given to prevent blood clots in hospitalized patients.
- NIH study compares low-fat, plant-based diet to low-carb, animal-based diet
The findings broaden understanding of how restricting dietary carbohydrates or fats may impact health.
- NIH researchers identify new genetic disorder that affects brain, craniofacial skeleton
Analysis of patients with rare condition uncovers key pathway for human development.