Medical Testing

Covid tests: Expert discusses timing and possible negative tests

Wed, 2023-02-08 10:27 — mike kraft

Could you still have Covid-19 if you have symptoms but test negative? A medical analyst weighs in | CNN If you test negative for Covid-19 but still have symptoms that appear to be Covid-related, CNN medical analyst Dr. Leana Wen explains what your symptoms could mean and what you should do next. Katia Hetter CNN

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US cancer screenings dropped and are slow to recover from dip during Covid pandemic

Wed, 2023-02-08 10:07 — mike kraft

US cancer screenings slow to recover from initial pandemic dip Early in COVID-19, rates of lung and breast cancer screenings among Medicare enrollees were 24% and 17%, respectively, below expected rates, rising to -14% and -4% later on. CIDRAP

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Low income and historically marginalized races were tied to decreased prepandemic cancer screening rates and impaired recovery after the initial surge, which the authors said necessitates more targeted health-related initiatives, including vaccination and initial at-home cancer screening.

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U.S. FDA removes COVID test requirements before prescribing Pfizer, Merck treatment pills

Wed, 2023-02-01 18:56 — mike kraft

U.S. FDA removes COVID test requirements for Pfizer, Merck pills The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday removed the need for a positive test for COVID-19 treatments from Pfizer Inc and Merck & Co Inc . Reuters Reuters

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Long term COVID-19 symptoms are narrowed down to seven--study

Wed, 2023-02-01 10:17 — mike kraft

Study narrows down long-COVID-19 symptoms to seven - UPI.com A new study shows there are seven long-term health symptoms that are directly related to long-COVID-19, giving researchers a better understanding of how the virus that causes COVID-19 may mutate or evolve. UPI

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Twice-weekly rapid COVID tests may be better for detection than infrequent PCR --study

Tue, 2023-01-31 17:37 — mike kraft

Twice-weekly rapid COVID tests may be better than infrequent PCR Despite PCR's higher sensitivity, frequent testing with rapid antigen tests can top their performance, a study of pro soccer players finds. CIDRAP

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Overview of the complications Coronavirus Can Cause

Tue, 2023-01-31 11:38 — mike kraft

Complications of Coronavirus (COVID-19) People with COVID-19 and underlying health conditions could expect complications like acute respiratory failure, ARDs, liver or cardiac injury, among others. See the full list here. WebMD

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Fewer Americans reporting long-COVID symptoms --studies

Mon, 2023-01-30 09:30 — mike kraft

Rate of Americans reporting long-COVID symptoms declining CIDRAP

The share of Americans reporting symptoms of long COVID appears to be declining, according to a new report from the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), and a second study reports that vaccination may contribute to lower levels of long COVID.

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Roche launches new test to detect fast spreading Omicron sub-variant

Thu, 2023-01-26 11:13 — mike kraft

Roche launches new test to detect fast spreading Omicron sub-variant Roche has launched a new PCR test to detect a fast-spreading sub-variant of the Omicron variant of Coronavirus, the Swiss drugmaker said on Thursday. Reuters Reuters

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What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 reinfection

Mon, 2023-01-23 17:56 — mike kraft

What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 reinfection Newer COVID-19 variants are contributing to second or even third SARS-CoV-2 infections. Learn how to avoid the worse outcomes linked to reinfection. American Medical Association

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CDC is discussing with airlines testing wastewater in planes for covid

Mon, 2023-01-23 09:51 — mike kraft

CDC is talking to airlines about wastewater testing in planes. New reports support that strategy. Analyzing airplane sewage could help scientists track new Covid variants entering the U.S., or identify novel pathogens. NBC News

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The U.S. has been monitoring for the coronavirus in wastewater since the CDC launched its National Wastewater Surveillance System in September 2020. But that testing mainly involves wastewater from households or buildings, not samples from airports or planes.

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