Modeling an Outbreak: Limits and Lessons
Now more than ever, modeling is being used to address the global pandemic that is COVID-19.
How Endocrinologists Can Make an Impact During Coronavirus Crisis
Diabetics and patients taking glucocorticoids may be at increased risk for COVID-19 and more severe disease.
CDC Launches COVIDView Report
The CDC will produce a weekly report called COVIDView. The report will be updated each Friday with US-based surveillance information.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 6, 2020
Catch up on the latest coronavirus news from April 6, 2020.
Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Decreases by the Season, Report Says
CDC investigators believe they have determined the cause for influenza vaccine effectiveness decline.
The Eyes Have It: Novel Coronavirus in Eye Can be Communicable
Ocular exams in a series of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 revealed one-third had conjunctivitis symptoms.
Genotyping Cryptosporidium Could Improve Outbreak Prevention, Response
Identifying types of Cryptosporidium can inform outbreak response efforts and prevention, a recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the CDC says.
How Does a Wild-Type Measles Virus Behave Differently From a Live-Attenuated Virus?
The differences do not mean that the measles vaccine is ineffective.
NEJM Editorial Says US Can Eradicate COVID-19 by Early June
“If we act immediately, we can make the anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2020, the day America declares victory over the coronavirus,” wrote one NEJM editorialist.
The Challenges of Community-Masking
What are the new recommendations from the CDC and what are the challenges associated with community mask usage?
Analysis: Spanish Flu Pandemic Proves Social Distancing Works
A new analysis of the 1918-1919 Spanish Flu outbreak shows cities that were faster to outlaw public gatherings had lower mortality rates, according to a new review article.
Adapting Emergency Departments for the COVID-19 Surge
A recent study contains a checklist for adapting the ED to a potential coronavirus case surge.
Results from a Controlled Trial of Hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19
A placebo-controlled trial of hydroxychloroquine in patients hospitalized with COVID-19 finds the drug shortened time to recovery, possibly lessened severity.
New Life for an Old Therapy: Convalescent Plasma
By giving patients plasma or serum from patients who have developed antibodies to a particular virus or bacteria, an infected patient is given a massive boost to their adaptive immune system, which confers passive immunity.
The ID Pipeline: FDA Activity From the Week of March 29, 2020
Here is a look at infectious disease-related FDA news from the week of March 29, 2020.
Recalls That Should Be on Your Radar—Week of March 29, 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 3, 2020
Check out the latest coronavirus news from April 3, 2020.
Top Infectious Disease News of the Week—March 29, 2020
Stay up-to-date on the latest infectious disease news by checking out our top 5 articles of the week.
Study Examines Urban/Rural Divide in Clinician HIV Experience
Rural counties are less likely to have an experienced HIV clinician, despite increasing HIV incidence.
New Paper Warns Effects of COVID-19 Fatalities Extend Beyond Health Care System
As communities around the world race to treat patients with COVID-19, a new problem is emerging: how to deal with the rise in fatalities.
Can Clinical Trials Continue in Age of COVID-19?
The coronavirus pandemic is disrupting clinical trials for multiple diseases, from Alzheimer's to Zika.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 2, 2020
Check out the latest coronavirus news from April 2, 2020.
Over 1 Million COVID-19 Cases Confirmed
There are now over 1 million cases confirmed in the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Underlying Health Conditions Linked to Greatest Risk of Severe COVID-19 Infection
A report from the CDC’s COVID-19 Response Team includes preliminary data on patients with the highest risk of severe infection.
Adjusting Palliative Care Practices for a Pandemic
The authors of the analysis broke down palliative care during a pandemic into 8 critical categories.
Contagion Connect Episode 7 - The ID Pipeline: Rezafungin & Antiviral Fc-Conjugates
Learn what Cidara Therapeutics has in development in this episode of Contagion® Connect.
COVID-19 Vaccine Candidate Shows Immune Response in Early Testing
In mouse models, the vaccine produced antibodies for SARS-CoV-2 which may offer sufficient protection.
Contagion Live News Network: Coronavirus Updates for April 1, 2020
Listen for a daily COVID-19 update.
Coronavirus Lingers After Symptoms Resolve in Some Patients
Investigators recommend extending quarantine periods for recovering COVID-19 patients by an additional 2 weeks.
You Can Still Give Blood During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The virtual MJH Life Sciences Sleeves Up Blood Drive is being held from March 31 through April 30.