Point-of-care testing doesn’t change antibiotic use in children in the ED, Finnish studyBut Canadian doctor points out socio-behavioral drivers which drive inappropriate prescribing. COVID-19 long haulers still experience symptoms 15 months after infectionResearchers focused on patients who had mild initial COVID-19 symptoms and did not require hospitalization. QUIZ: Test your knowledge of COPD diagnosis How much do you know about diagnosing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease? Iron for allergies? Deficiencies in micronutrients, particularly iron, can make the immune system particularly sensitive to allergenic substances. Omicron infection not as good as vaccination in protecting against variants But Omicron, Delta breakthrough infections boost immunity from vaccination. Moderna says updated COVID shot boosts omicron protection COVID-19 vaccine makers are studying updated boosters that might be offered in the fall to better protect people against future coronavirus surges. International study shows just how well vaccine mandates worked The surge for vaccinations varied between provinces, jumping 34% in Ontario compared to 326% in Alberta. Do children with or without asthma have a similar risk of SARS-CoV2 infection? New U.S. study has evaluated the association between asthma and SARS-CoV2 infection risk among children. Obstructive sleep apnea behind drivers falling asleep at the wheel A growing problem and a danger on the road, but many in Canada remain undiagnosed. Long COVID affects more older adults; shots don't prevent it: new research In a study of veterans published Wednesday, about one-third who had breakthrough infections showed signs of long COVID. First Previous 12 13 14 15 16 Next Last