FDA Grants EUA to LabCorp's At-Home COVID-19 Test Kit
This test kit was developed to both increase the supply of COVID-19 tests for first responders and frontline health care workers who develop symptoms of COVID-19.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 20, 2020
A daily round up of COVID-19 news.
More Evidence Backs Loss of Smell as an Early Symptom of COVID-19
Study authors conducted a meta-analysis to determine how prevalent loss of smell was as a predictor for COVID-19.
Discovering COVID-19 Countermeasures Without Discarding Scientific Method
Investigators assure that effective treatment of COVID-19 can be found without losing scientific integrity and public confidence.
Hospitals Appear to Make Progress Against MDR Infections, Though Burden Remains High
A new report finds positive trends in most categories of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections; however, the pathogens still cause more than half a million infections each year.
Study Notes Failure of Oral Third Generation Cephalosporins to Treat Shigellosis
Oral third-generation cephalosporins failed to treat Shigella sonnei infections despite in vitro susceptibility in 4 cases.
Preparing for COVID-19 in States Behind the Curve
Lucas Schulz, PharmD, BCPS, AQ-ID, discusses how he is preparing for COVID-19 as a clinical pharmacist working in Wisconsin.
What Frontline Health Care Workers Need
Paul Blair, MD, MHS, MSPH, discusses the needs of frontline health care workers.
COVID-19: Finally an ELISA Emerges
Over time we will learn the best utility of the ELISA test, as SARS-CoV-2 is here to stay.
Considering Germany's Response to COVID-19
Germany's National Academy of Sciences issued statements in March and April detailing necessary containment measures and a path to normalization.
The ID Pipeline: FDA Activity From the Week of April 12, 2020
Here is a look at infectious disease-related FDA news from the week of April 12, 2020.
Recalls That Should Be on Your Radar—Week of April 12, 2020
We’ve compiled a list of recalls issued by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and US Department of Agriculture (USDA) from this past week:
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 17, 2020
Stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 news from Friday, April 17th.
What Is Included in Trump's Plan to Reopen America?
The first phase allows states to ease lockdowns when they experience a 14-day downward trend in several COVID-19 indicators.
Top Infectious Disease News of the Week—April 12, 2020
Stay up-to-date on the latest infectious disease news by checking out our top 5 articles of the week.
Outcomes of Health Workers Being Treated With COVID-19
Deaths were reported among all age groups of health care personnel infected with COVID-19.
Proposal: To Solve the COVID-19 Pandemic, Enlist the Incoming Class of Medical Students
In a new editorial, 2 prominent physicians argue the incoming class of medical students ought to have their first year of medical school replaced with a year of public health service.
New DRC Ebola Case, Outbreak Still Considered a PHEIC
A new case of Ebola has been confirmed in the city of Beni in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Chinese Study Suggests a Second COVID-19 Wave Would be Harder to Contain
A modelling study to forecast COVID-19 spread in China and inform decisions on relaxing restrictions, predicts a second wave that could require greater restrictions.
A Virologist Shares Misconceptions About SARS-CoV-2
Rebecca Dutch, PhD, discusses misconceptions about the SARS-CoV-2 virus, how the virus differs from other coronaviruses, and critical information that remains unknown.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 16, 2020
Stay up to date on the latest COVID-19 news from Thursday, April 16, 2020.
Rifapentine and Isoniazid for TB Prevention in Patients with HIV
Tuberculosis is a threat to people living with HIV and finding preventive therapies that don’t cause interactions with antiretrovirals is a priority.
How Can COVID-19 Response Include Mental Health Considerations?
Pandemic preparedness and response plans should integrate public mental health interventions.
Managing Mental Health Challenges Once COVID-19 Pandemic Ends
The UK is offering guidance on psychological first aid, which can help offset short- and long-term mental health consequences of social distancing.
COVID-19: ID Pharmacy From the Frontlines
Jeannette Bouchard, PharmD, discusses how ID pharmacists are taking on new responsibilities and working collaboratively to respond to COVID-19.
The Latest on Baloxavir, Concurrent Diagnoses for Adults with the Influenza, and Other Flu News
As the influenza season for 2019-20 comes to a close, Contagion® has the latest on baloxavir and what other infections adults with the flu may have.
A National Survey Sheds Light on COVID-19 Health Care Response
Hospitals are struggling, but just how bad is it?
Study: COVID-19 Health Care Workers Face Higher Risk of Insomnia
A new study adds another item to the list of things COVID-19 health care workers need to be concerned about: insomnia.
FDA Grants Emergency Use Authorization for 2 New COVID Antibody Tests
It is still not clear whether detection of COVID-19 antibodies translates to long-term immunity to the virus.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 15, 2020
Stay up to date on the latest coronavirus updates from April 15th.