The 2nd COVID-19 Booster effectively prevents hospitalizations and deaths among nursing home residents. However, it is less effective in preventing severe infections. A combination of factors causes low vaccination rates in nursing homes. The key drivers are vaccine hesitancy, lack of consent from relatives, and ineligibility for a booster because of receiving a last vaccine […]
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Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a severe complication of COVID-19. It is associated with a high mortality rate, especially in older patients and those with pulmonary and other comorbidities. In a non-randomized prospective phase II multicenter study, we tested whether treatment with ruxolitinib could improve the outcome of COVID-19 ARDS requiring invasive mechanical ventilation. […]
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Having a lot of young kids vaccinated against hepatitis A is one of the best ways to prevent outbreaks. It can also help stop the spread of hepatitis A to other people in a community. Hepatitis A vaccines contain a killed virus called hepatitis A virus (HAV). They are safe and usually have no side […]
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Surgical site infections (SSIs) are important postoperative complications. They are associated with a longer hospital stay, reoperation, temporary prosthesis removal, and prolonged antimicrobial therapy. In this study, we evaluated the incidence of SSIs after total hip arthroplasty (THA) and total knee arthroplasty (TKA). We also assessed the risk factors associated with SSIs. Overall Incidence SSIs […]
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Symptoms of hepatitis A include fever, malaise (low energy), loss of appetite, stomach pain, dark-colored urine and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Hepatitis A is a vaccine-preventable illness that usually resolves without treatment. Hepatitis A is spread through close contact with faecal matter from an infected person. It also may be spread by […]
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Many emerging infectious diseases have caused concern in recent years, particularly those highly contagious. These include SARS-CoV-2, Measles, and Influenza virus. While many people are concerned about these infectious diseases, some steps can be taken to reduce their risk of contracting them. Measles Measles is one of the most contagious diseases in the world. It […]
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Leprosy is a disease caused by Mycobacterium lipomatosis, which is a bacterium. It is a severe infectious disease that is often fatal. The most common symptoms of leprosy are painful blisters and sores that cover the hands, feet, and entire body. Symptoms of leprosy Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium […]
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Vestibular migraine treatment is a subject that many people are interested in, and many different options can be explored. This article will help you understand the symptoms of this condition and the various treatments available to you. There are even some suggestions for how you can find a professional who can help you get relief […]
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