Underlying Medical Conditions Up Risk for Severe COVID-19 in Children
A higher risk for severe COVID-19 illness can be found among children with medical complexity and certain underlying conditions.
General Psychiatry
In 11 States, Seniors’ Low Vaccination Rates a ‘Powder Keg’ for New Cases
US health experts warn there is a ticking time bomb in 11 states where 20 percent or more of seniors still have not received a COVID-19 vaccine.
Myocarditis-Like Illness Reported After COVID-19 Vaccination
In a research letter published online June 16 in Circulation, seven cases are presented of patients hospitalized for acute myocarditis-like illness following COVID-19 vaccination.
Medication Organizers Often Contain “One Pill Can Kill” Meds
While known to increase patient compliance, medication organizers, such as blister packs and pill boxes, have also been associated with unintentional pediatric medication exposures.
16.3 Percent of Pregnant Women Have Had COVID-19 Vaccine
The researchers found that 16.3 percent of the pregnant women had received one or more vaccine doses during pregnancy.
Substantial Crisis of Mental Health Burden Among Current and Former US Coal Miners
The study authors believe this is the first study to describe the prevalence of and risk factors for mental illness among a large population of US coal miners.
FDA: Systemic Side Effects Reported After Hand Sanitizer Application
The Agency reviewed case reports from the FAERS database and calls from US poison control centers related to systemic symptoms after applying alcohol-based hand sanitizers to the skin.
US Buys 200 Million Extra Moderna Vaccine Doses, as Possible Booster Shots
An additional 200 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine will be obtained by the U.S. government in case there is a need for booster shots.
Ahead of Tokyo Olympics, Japan Eases COVID-19 Restrictions
A coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and six other areas will be downgraded when it expires on Sunday as new daily cases continue to decline, the Japanese government said.
European Union to Lift Restrictions on US Travelers
Restrictions on U.S. travelers to the European Union should be lifted, ambassadors in the 27-member bloc decided.
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