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The CDC reports “very high” COVID-19 levels in 32 states, with two new Omicron variants accounting for more than half of all US cases.

Recent studies have identified a range of chemical compounds released by face masks, including microplastics, volatile organic compounds, and plasticizers, prompting a closer examination of potential cumulative exposure risks.

Neffy®, an FDA-approved intranasal epinephrine spray, demonstrates bioequivalence to injectable epinephrine for anaphylaxis treatment in patients weighing ≥30kg, potentially reducing barriers to rapid intervention.

The study found no evidence that any of 25 routine clinical laboratory values provide a reliable biomarker of prior infection, PASC, or specific PASC clusters.

A comprehensive analysis of more than 2 million hospitalizations across 115+ US VA medical centers has revealed that 57% of patients treated for pneumonia experienced discordances between their initial and discharge diagnoses.

With more than 265 suspected cases of Teflon flu reported in 2023, healthcare providers should be aware of this potential cause of flu-like symptoms in patients who frequently use nonstick cookware.