Identifying best practices that will prevent HCV transmission in MSM with HIV is needed to reduce HCV reinfection rates in this patient population. MSM with HIV are at high risk for HCV reinfection, according to findings from a study conducted over...
The following is a summary of “Association between early anti-cytomegalovirus therapy and the incidence of chronic graft-versus-host disease,” published in the November 2024 issue of Hematology by Miyao et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
THURSDAY, Nov. 21, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination at least five weeks prior to delivery results in the highest transplacental transfer of maternal antibodies to the neonate, according to a study published online Nov. 6 in the...
The following is a summary of “Assessing the Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on Influenza-Like Illness Surveillance Trends in the Community during the 2023/2024 Winter in England,” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by Mellor et al. Researchers...
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A child in California has tested positive for bird flu, despite having no known contact with infected animals, state officials reported Tuesday."California has identified a possible bird flu case in a...
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A number of adults with outpatient medically attended respiratory syncytial virus (MA-RSV) infection experience hospitalization within 28 days, with a higher proportion among high-risk subgroups, according to a study...
The following is a summary of “Association between early anti-cytomegalovirus therapy and the incidence of chronic graft-versus-host disease,” published in the November 2024 issue of Hematology by Miyao et al. Researchers conducted a retrospective study to...
THURSDAY, Nov. 21, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination at least five weeks prior to delivery results in the highest transplacental transfer of maternal antibodies to the neonate, according to a study published online Nov. 6 in the...
The following is a summary of “Assessing the Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on Influenza-Like Illness Surveillance Trends in the Community during the 2023/2024 Winter in England,” published in the November 2024 issue of Infectious Disease by Mellor et al. Researchers...
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A child in California has tested positive for bird flu, despite having no known contact with infected animals, state officials reported Tuesday."California has identified a possible bird flu case in a...
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 20, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- A number of adults with outpatient medically attended respiratory syncytial virus (MA-RSV) infection experience hospitalization within 28 days, with a higher proportion among high-risk subgroups, according to a study...
The latest news from CROI 2023 on HIV, includes abstracts, featured articles, and information about the conference.
Identity theft in the medical office setting encompasses two serious issues: fraudulent use of a patient’s coverage information and breaching medical records.
Winter affects sleep schedules through daylight shifts, reduced sunlight, and seasonal illness, negatively impacting sleep quality and overall health.
Due to a lack of intensivists in US hospitals, the popularity of eICUs is growing, but significant questions about its costs, resources, and benefits remain.
Medical cartoon by Van Scott in which patient asks doctor to pinkie swear that his medical information will remain private.
Identity theft in the medical office setting encompasses two serious issues: fraudulent use of a patient’s coverage information and breaching medical records.
Healthcare organizations often fail to acknowledge the role that interoperability, payer denials, and medical billing play in ensuring payment to physicians.
The standard of care definition can vary during medical malpractice cases, and physicians must prove they acted in accordance with good, accepted practice.
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