Long COVID: Shedding Light on Other Viral Infections
The lingering effects of viral infections are not well-understood, but long COVID is helping shed light on the mysterious phenomenon, particularly in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Message for At-Risk Adults: Flu Vaccination Will Reduce Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Death
With influenza apparently returning with a vengeance this season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is once again alerting the public that vaccination is the most effective way to prevent infection from and to minimize risk of severe symptoms and hospitalization for serious flu-related complications.
Myths & Facts: COVID-19
While the COVID-19 pandemic is “officially over,” hospitalizations and deaths continue, many of which are due to the myths continuing to circulate about this deadly virus.
The Burden of Lyme Disease
Research into effective treatments for this complicated disease is elusive — and necessary.
Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in Children
The pandemic made a troubling mental health trend in children much worse. What’s being done to help them?
Update on Treatment Options for Alzheimer’s
While a cure for Alzheimer’s remains elusive, new diagnostic tools and treatment options are improving patient quality of life.
Breakthroughs in Gene Therapy
Exciting new developments in gene therapy and genome editing show promise for treating a variety of genetic diseases.
Pros and Cons of Virtual Care Solutions
Do the advantages of virtual care outweigh the drawbacks? Patients seem to think so.
Novel Immunotherapies Target RSV Disease at Both Ends of the Age Spectrum
RSV infections account for a large share of U.S. hospitalizations for lower respiratory tract disease due in large part to a lack of immunization and prophylactic therapies, but new developments and cutting-edge therapies may soon become standard medical practice.
Proposed Payment Systems and Fee Schedules in 2023
Proposed rules revising the Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and the Medicare Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) services, along with new physician fee schedule (PFS) rule sets will significantly impact providers in 2023.