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Cirrhosis Linked to Increased COVID-19 Mortality Rate

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7 Ways to Prevent the Spread of the New Coronavirus

Cirrhosis Linked to Increased COVID-19 Mortality Rate

Talk Coronavirus With the Community in Hep Forums

7 Ways to Prevent the Spread of the New Coronavirus

Substance Use Disorders Linked to Increased COVID-19 Risk

People with an opioid use disorder, in particular, had a tenfold higher risk of being diagnosed with COVID-19.

NIH ‘Very Concerned’ About Serious Side Effect in Coronavirus Vaccine Trial

FDA weighs whether to resume coronavirus vaccine trial halted due to an adverse event.

Are Those With Sickle Cell Trait More at Risk of COVID-19?

A study underway of 300 adults hopes to answer that question within six months to one year.

Who Is Most Susceptible to COVID-19?

Age, underlying medical conditions, race/ethnicity and economic status all play a role in determining the risk for severe illness.

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Is Dining Out a Risk Factor for COVID-19?

A new CDC study leaves the question of indoor versus outdoor dining unanswered.

COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Paused Due to Adverse Event

A U.K. woman developed spinal inflammation after receiving an adenovirus vector vaccine.

International Registries Shed More Light on Liver Disease and COVID-19

People with advanced liver cirrhosis are at greater risk for severe COVID-19 illness and death.

COVID Patients Survive Ventilator, But Linger in a Coma

Even after extubation, some patients remain unconscious for days, weeks or longer

Health Officials Worry Nation’s Not Ready for COVID-19 Vaccine

Public health departments are now being told to prepare to distribute COVID-19 vaccines as early as November 1.

America’s Obesity Epidemic Threatens Effectiveness of Any COVID Vaccine

“Will we have a COVID vaccine next year tailored to the obese? No way."

Housing Advocates Say Eviction Waves Will Spread COVID-19

Evictions can lead to couch surfing, which can lead to spreading around the risk of coronavirus.

Who Will Be First in Line to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine?

National Academies recommends a four-phased approach to maximize societal benefit by reducing morbidity and mortality.

What is a normal body temperature?

Seek medical attention if your temperature is above 103°F or if a fever lasts more than a few days.

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5 Things to Know About Convalescent Blood Plasma

Plasma from recovered patients recently received a controversial FDA emergency use authorization as a potential treatment for COVID-19.

Babies Unlikely to Get COVID-19 From Mothers’ Milk

Dozens of breast milk samples from women with the coronavirus suggest that breast milk isn’t a source of infection for infants.

A New HIV and STI Medical Clinic in Nashville Operates on PRIDE

At My House Clinic, which also offers hep C and COVID-19 services, PRIDE stands for “Promotes Respect Inclusion & Dignity for Everyone.”

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Cirrhosis Linked to Increased COVID-19 Mortality Rate

Talk Coronavirus With the Community in Hep Forums

7 Ways to Prevent the Spread of the New Coronavirus

Cirrhosis Linked to Increased COVID-19 Mortality Rate

Talk Coronavirus With the Community in Hep Forums

7 Ways to Prevent the Spread of the New Coronavirus

Substance Use Disorders Linked to Increased COVID-19 Risk

NIH ‘Very Concerned’ About Serious Side Effect in Coronavirus Vaccine Trial

Are Those With Sickle Cell Trait More at Risk of COVID-19?

Who Is Most Susceptible to COVID-19?

Is Dining Out a Risk Factor for COVID-19?

COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Paused Due to Adverse Event

International Registries Shed More Light on Liver Disease and COVID-19

COVID Patients Survive Ventilator, But Linger in a Coma

Health Officials Worry Nation’s Not Ready for COVID-19 Vaccine

America’s Obesity Epidemic Threatens Effectiveness of Any COVID Vaccine

Housing Advocates Say Eviction Waves Will Spread COVID-19

Who Will Be First in Line to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine?

What is a normal body temperature?

5 Things to Know About Convalescent Blood Plasma

Babies Unlikely to Get COVID-19 From Mothers’ Milk

A New HIV and STI Medical Clinic in Nashville Operates on PRIDE

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