Is Russia's Sputnik vaccine set to take off for the EU? Some European leaders seem to be warming to the idea of deploying Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine as the EU struggles with supply shortfalls. Feb 3, 2021 0 38
UK govt says vaccine roll-out passes 10 million More than 10 million people have received a first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine across Britain, according to government figures published on Wednesday. Feb 3, 2021 0 21
Hard-hit Czech Republic reaches 1 million confirmed cases The Czech Republic has reached 1 million confirmed coronavirus cases, health authorities said Wednesday. Feb 3, 2021 0 24
Psychological distress high among students during COVID-19 (HealthDay)—The prevalence of self-reported psychological distress among students has been relatively high during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study published online Jan. 26 in JAMA Network Open. Feb 3, 2021 0 46
Research looks at the link between procedures and everyday practice in community pharmacy A study published in the journal Applied Ergonomics compared the standardized processes set out for community pharmacists to follow when dispending medication to what happens in reality. A gap was revealed and researchers ... Feb 3, 2021 0 29
Lack of staff, PPE hinder nursing homes' fight against COVID-19 (HealthDay)—Staff shortages and a lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) are among the reasons why U.S. nursing homes have been so severely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the U.S. Public Interest Research ... Feb 3, 2021 0 47
Extreme blood sugar swings in people with type 2 diabetes may increase heart disease risk In patients with type 2 diabetes, big swings in blood sugar levels between doctors' visits are associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Feb 3, 2021 0 138
Intranasal influenza vaccine spurs strong immune response in Phase 1 study An experimental single-dose, intranasal influenza vaccine was safe and produced a durable immune response when tested in a Phase 1 study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. The investigational vaccine, called ... Feb 3, 2021 0 64
COVID-19 vaccination for patients with Parkinson's disease recommended Patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) and healthcare professionals caring for them have expressed concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine's efficacy and safety in the specific context of PD and its symptomatic treatment. In ... Feb 3, 2021 0 100
Study reveals gender imbalance in scholarly submissions during pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on higher education—shifting classes online, canceling events, and putting financial strain on institutions. Feb 3, 2021 0 32
