Video briefing on the day's top infectious disease news.
In light of evolving knowledge about SARS-CoV-2, the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) has updated guidelines for treating
Given research into SARS-CoV-2 is taking place at unprecedented speed, the panel of IDSA experts had to decide on current best practices using science which is still in motion.
Recent updates include:
1. New recommendations on the use of remdesivir.
2. Revised recommendations on hydroxychloroquine and hydroxychloroquine/azithromycin combination therapy.
3. New recommendations for famotidine.
4. Revised recommendations concerning convalescent plasma for treatment of COVID-19.
In other news, a recent review of electronic health data revealed a 42% drop in emergency department visits during 4 weeks of the pandemic. Public health officials are concerned that fear over the coronavirus has led to patients delaying care for life-threatening illness.
And lastly, we
