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UK COVID-19 Update: Vaccination Phase 2, 'No B.1.1.7 Increased Disease Severity'

News April 13, 2021

These are the UK coronavirus stories you need to know about today.
COVID-19: 'No Evidence' That UK Variant Causes More Severe Disease

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FDA, CDC Urge Pause of J&J COVID Vaccine

WebMD Health News April 13, 2021

Citing a rare but serious risk of blood clots, and an 'abundance of caution,' the FDA and CDC announced a pause in Janssen/J&J COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
Don't Screen for Vit D in General Population, Says US Task Force

Medscape Medical News April 13, 2021
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Self-directed Digital Exercise Plan Improves Knee OA

Medscape Medical News April 13, 2021
Don't Screen for Vit D in General Population, Says US Task Force

Medscape Medical News April 13, 2021
Knee Replacement: Kidney Injury Common With Antibiotic Spacers

Medscape Medical News April 12, 2021
Doctor Killed in South Carolina Shooting

Associated Press April 9, 2021
Rheumatology Smoking Cessation Referral Program Finds Success

Medscape Medical News April 9, 2021
Why Employee COVID Vaccination Mandates May Not Be Legal

Medscape Medical News April 8, 2021
VEXAS: A Novel Rheumatologic, Hematologic Syndrome

Medscape Medical News April 8, 2021
After 24 Years, Doc Fired by Hospital. Local Uproar Followed.

Medscape Medical News April 8, 2021

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Psoriasis Biologic Therapy During the COVID-19 Era

Expert Interview April 1, 2021

Drs Candrice Heath and Mark Lebwohl discuss recommendations for patients with psoriasis who are taking biologics during the pandemic.
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What's New in Ocular and Oral Aspects of Sjogren's Syndrome

Journal Article April 7, 2021

Get up-to-date on the most recent advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular and oral manifestations of primary Sjogren's syndrome.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology

IL-23 Inhibitors for Plaque Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis

Journal Article April 7, 2021
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Vitamin D, Calcium, and Implications for Cardiovascular Health

Journal Article April 6, 2021

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Painful, Discolored Toes With Sores in a 43-Year-Old Woman

Case Challenge April 2, 2021

A 43-year-old woman presents with a 1-month history of painful, discolored toes. She denies any trauma to her feet, recent illnesses, or surgical interventions. What's the diagnosis?
Sjögren Syndrome-associated ILD Treated With Immunosuppression

Clinical Case March 30, 2021
Patient Simulation: A 20-Year-Old Man With Familial Mediterranean Fever

Patient Simulation March 17, 2021
A 25-Year-Old Mother With Joint Pain Who Feels Faint

Case Challenge March 15, 2021

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How to Counsel Worried Patients About the J&J Vaccine News

Medscape Medical News April 13, 2021

The news about rare side effects from the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine may be alarming to your patients, even those who received one of the other vaccines. Here’s how to reassure them.
Feds Let Illinois Extend Postpartum Medicaid Coverage

Medscape Medical News April 12, 2021
AMA Applauds Biden's Gun Control Directives

Medscape Medical News April 12, 2021
CDC Declares Racism a Serious Public Health Threat

Medscape Medical News April 9, 2021

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