Prevalence of COVID-19 among Hospitalized Infants: Insights from Epidemiological Studies
Frequency of COVID-19 among hospitalized infants varies depending on the extent of viral circulation in the community, highlighting the importance of epidemiological surveillance and infection control measures in pediatric healthcare settings.
March 2022
Postviral Effects of COVID-19 on the Olfactory System: Implications for Olfactory Dysfunction
Inflammation contributes to persistent olfactory deficits in a subset of people recovering from COVID-19, highlighting the need for continued research and clinical monitoring of olfactory function in COVID-19 survivors.
March 2022
Refuting the Hygiene Hypothesis: Cleanliness and Hygiene Do Not Compromise Childhood Immunity
Being clean and hygienic does not lead to poor childhood immunity, refuting the hygiene hypothesis and highlighting the importance of hygiene practices in preventing infectious diseases while maintaining a healthy immune system.
March 2022
Persistence of SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies Nine Months after Infection: Insights from Population-Based Studies
Antibody levels remain high nine months after SARS-CoV-2 infection, as evidenced by tests conducted across an Italian city, highlighting the durability of the immune response and informing vaccination strategies and public health measures.
March 2022
Clinical Evolution of Patients with Anosmia due to COVID-19: Long-Term Follow-Up Findings
Almost all patients who lost their sense of smell due to COVID-19 regained olfactory function a year later, providing insights into the natural history of anosmia associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection and informing patient counseling and management strategies.
March 2022
SARS-CoV-2 Infections: Holistic Approach to Vaccines, Therapeutics, and Diagnostics
Vaccines, therapeutics, and diagnostics for SARS-CoV-2 should not be limited to the spike protein, as other viral components may also serve as viable targets for intervention, supporting a holistic approach to COVID-19 prevention and treatment strategies.
Februery 2022
SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Children and Adolescents: Epidemiology, Clinical Course, and Viral Dynamics
Review provides insights into the epidemiology, clinical course, and viral load dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 infection in children and adolescents, informing pediatric healthcare practices and public health strategies for managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Februery 2022
Non-Erosive Reflux Disease and Functional Heartburn: Advances in Diagnosis and Management
Review discusses different definitions and recent advances in diagnostic tests and therapeutic strategies for non-erosive reflux disease and functional heartburn, highlighting the importance of tailored approaches to symptom management and acid suppression therapy.
Februery 2022
Increase in Facial Paralysis during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implications for Neurological Surveillance
High rates of spontaneous referrals of lower motor neuron palsy of the facial nerve (VII) are observed during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting further investigation into the potential association between viral infections and facial paralysis, with implications for neurological surveillance and management.
Februery 2022
The Flu Vaccine in the COVID-19 Era: Reductions in ICU Admissions, Sepsis, and Strokes
Largest study of its kind suggests that the flu vaccine reduces ICU admissions, sepsis, and strokes, highlighting the potential benefits of influenza vaccination in reducing the burden on healthcare systems and improving patient outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Februery 2022
