Vaccination
Breakthrough COVID cases overwhelmingly mild for vaccinated people: study
(HealthDay)—A review of cases from 465 U.S. hospitals underscores the protection provided by COVID-19 vaccines.
Jan 10, 2022
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Children and good hand-washing habits
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it's that frequent hand-washing is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness.
Dec 29, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Particulate peril: Researchers find wildfire smoke poses neurological hazards
Woodsmoke from massive wildfires burning in California shrouded much of the West last summer, making it harder for people suffering from respiratory illnesses to breathe.
Dec 6, 2021
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Infections from respiratory viruses follow a predictable seasonal pattern
A clear-cut seasonal pattern of respiratory viruses has been identified by University of Alberta researchers, and could help hospitals plan ahead for waves of sick patients.
Oct 27, 2021
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Flu during a pandemic
Have you had your flu shot yet? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone over 6 months get a flu shot every season with rare exceptions.
Oct 13, 2021
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Immunology
T-cell responses in respiratory diseases
Respiratory illnesses are on the rise in an increasingly polluted world. Particularly, viral respiratory infections tend to aggravate previously existing respiratory illnesses, or cause life-long negative after-effects in ...
Oct 1, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Is a 'twindemic' on the horizon? Experts warn of brutal flu season as COVID-19 still spreads
Medical experts warn the approaching flu season could be particularly severe, renewing fears of a potential "twindemic," with COVID-19 still spreading.
Sep 17, 2021
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Oncology & Cancer
Twenty years after 9/11, responders still paying a heavy price
New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has revealed responders to the 9/11 terrorist attacks are still suffering 20 years later, with many facing significant health issues related to the event.
Sep 3, 2021
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Anticipate a resurgence of respiratory viruses in young children
Canada should anticipate a resurgence of a childhood respiratory virus as COVID-19 physical distancing measures are relaxed, authors warn in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
Jul 26, 2021
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Pandemic had greater impact on younger age group mortality in deprived areas
In the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, deprived areas suffered more excess deaths than affluent areas , with a disproportionate impact on their younger age groups according to the early draft of a new study.
Jul 19, 2021
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