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Ivermectin to be Investigated As Possible Treatment for COVID-19

News June 25, 2021

The anti-parasitic drug ivermectin is being investigated in the UK as a possible treatment for COVID-19 in adults.
Tavistock Appeal: Decision on Puberty Blockers Will Take Time

News June 25, 2021
Number of NHS Doctors Taking Early Retirement Has Tripled Since 2008

News June 25, 2021

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Giving Flu and COVID Shots at Same Time Appears Safe, Effective: Study

Medscape Medical News June 16, 2021

New research suggests the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine can be given at the same time as the flu vaccine.
Small Cluster of Oseltamivir-Resistant Influenza Identified

Reuters Health Information June 24, 2021
More Evidence Doctors' Work Hours Dropped During the Pandemic

Medscape Medical News June 23, 2021

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New Guideline for Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of C diff

Medscape Medical News June 24, 2021
Children and COVID: Vaccination Trends Beginning to Diverge

Medscape Medical News June 24, 2021
Nearly All COVID Deaths in US Are Now Among Unvaccinated

Associated Press June 24, 2021
US Scientist Finds Deleted Coronavirus Genetic Data

WebMD Health News June 24, 2021
Climate Change Could Fuel the Spread of a Flesh-Eating Parasite

Undark June 24, 2021
Study Questions Accuracy of Widely Used Sepsis Prediction Tool

Reuters Health Information June 24, 2021
Varied COVID Vaccination Rates May Lead to 'Two Americas'

WebMD Health News June 24, 2021
Could the Surgisphere Retractions Debacle Happen Again?

Medscape Medical News June 24, 2021

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When Will the Pandemic End?

Blog June 24, 2021

After a year and a half of living with COVID-19, we finally see the light at the end of the tunnel… But just how long is this tunnel, really? The end is near but farther than you may think.
Happy Birthday! I Got You COVID

Commentary June 23, 2021
Artist and Clinician: 11 Captivating Works of Art

Slideshow June 23, 2021
Rheumatoid Arthritis Highlights From EULAR 2021

ReCAP June 22, 2021

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Worldwide Progress in Immunization Safety Monitoring

Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report June 25, 2021
Lessons Learned From SNF Staff on COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society June 25, 2021
Cutaneous Leishmaniasis Caused by an Unknown Strain

Emerging Infectious Diseases June 24, 2021
Effectiveness and Safety of DTG Two-Drug Regimens in HIV

HIV Medicine June 24, 2021
SARS-CoV-2 Transmission Associated With a Bar Opening Event

Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report June 23, 2021
Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine Use During Pregnancy

Rheumatology June 23, 2021

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A 24-Year-Old Woman With Pain During Sexual Intercourse

Interactive Quiz June 25, 2021

This week's question focuses on pain during sexual intercourse.
Fast Five Quiz: Sinusitis With Nasal Polyps

Fast Five Quiz June 18, 2021
Fast Five Quiz: Systemic Treatments for Plaque Psoriasis

Fast Five Quiz June 14, 2021
A Marijuana User With Sudden Chest Pain Radiating to His Neck

Case Challenge June 11, 2021

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March 06-10, 2021 Virtual
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Biden Quietly Transforms Medicaid Safety Net

Kaiser Health News

In a sharp shift from Trump-era policies, President Joe Biden looks at expanding Medicaid eligibility to new mothers, inmates, and undocumented immigrants, and adding services such as food and housing.
Bill Would Require Docs to Disclose Drug Company Payments

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Could the Surgisphere Retractions Debacle Happen Again?

Medscape Medical News
Controversial Approval Puts Lack of Permanent FDA Chief in Spotlight

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