Research Repository: Get latest COVID-19 clinical, research & community updates from credible sources like the British Medical Journal, Science journal & CDC, USA all in one place!
- James Howard Swallowby Rosie Swallow, Libby King on September 22, 2023 at 11:48 AM
bmj;382/sep22_10/p2151/FAF1faJames Howard Swallow (“Jim”) was born in Yorkshire. He went up to Queens’ College in 1946 and achieved first class honours in medicine. He then went to the Royal London for clinical medicine. After a period as a postgraduate fellow in physiology at the Mayo Clinic […]
- Ending communicable diseases requires a combined elimination frameworkby Jose Ramos-Horta, Poonam Khetrapal Singh on September 22, 2023 at 11:48 AM
At three high level meetings of the United Nations General Assembly this week, world leaders will re-commit to ending tuberculosis (TB), delivering universal health coverage, and strengthening prevention, preparedness, and response to pandemics. The meetings come at a time when most health related […]
- Kar Hao Teoh: talented foot and ankle surgeon killed in South Africaby Penny Warren on September 22, 2023 at 10:06 AM
bmj;382/sep22_8/p2190/FAF1faKar Hao Teoh, who was killed in South Africa at the age of 40, was a triple board certified specialist in trauma and orthopaedic surgery and a rising star in the rapidly developing specialty of foot and ankle surgery.In October 2018, Teoh, a British citizen originally […]
- Winter planning: tackle workforce strain in urgent and emergency careby Rahul Aggarwal on September 22, 2023 at 9:56 AM
Iacobucci’s article highlights NHS plans to prepare for the winter and tackle urgent and emergency care (UEC) challenges. The plans fail, however, to confront the impact these measures might have on the already strained workforce.1For several years the NHS has grappled with chronic staffing […]
- Locum emergency consultant is struck off for series of missed diagnosesby Clare Dyer on September 22, 2023 at 9:55 AM
A locum consultant in emergency medicine has been struck off the UK medical register for a series of missed diagnoses, one of which led to a preventable death, and for dishonestly altering a patient’s medical records in an effort to conceal his errors.Mohamed El-Sakka missed an “obvious” […]
- World leaders commit to greater collaboration over future pandemicsby Luke Taylor on September 22, 2023 at 9:36 AM
World leaders committed to making the world better prepared for a future pandemic on 20 September when the president of the 78th UN General Assembly signed off a formal declaration on pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response.1The meeting in New York, attended by representatives of more than […]
- Overview of COVID-19 Vaccineson September 12, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Find an overview of the different COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States, including safety information and the ingredients of each vaccine.
- Benefits of Getting A COVID-19 Vaccineon September 12, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Learn about the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination based on what experts currently know. Vaccination is an important tool in stopping the pandemic.
- End of the Federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) Declarationon September 12, 2023 at 4:00 AM
- Investigating Long-Term Effects of Myocarditison September 12, 2023 at 4:00 AM
The Myocarditis Outcomes after mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination Investigation is a project to follow up on VAERS reports of myocarditis.
- Myocarditis and Pericarditis After mRNA COVID-19 Vaccinationon September 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Learn about myocarditis and pericarditis after COVID-19 vaccination. CDC still recommends that everyone aged 5 years and older get vaccinated. (142)
- Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19 Vaccinationon September 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
See answers to FAQs about COVID-19 vaccines, including vaccine safety for kids, during pregnancy, and what to do if you lost your vaccination card.
- COVID-19 Vaccines for People Who Would Like to Have a Babyon September 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
This page uses medical data and research to provide information to males and females who would like to have a baby while getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
- COVID-19 Vaccines While Pregnant or Breastfeedingon September 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
If pregnant, getting COVID-19 vaccine can protect from severe illness from COVID-19. The vaccines do not cause infection in pregnant people or babies.
- COVID-19 Vaccines for People Who Are Moderately or Severely Immunocompromisedon September 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Learn CDC recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines for moderately to severely immunocompromised people. An additional dose is recommended.
- COVID-19 Questions and Answerson August 25, 2023 at 9:01 AM
CDC Director, Dr. Mandy Cohen, answers common questions about COVID-19. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/covid-questions-and-answers/342797-D-covid-qa-lo-res.mp4
- Stay Home When Sickon August 22, 2023 at 4:18 PM
This video shows how to stay home when sick with COVID-19.- Audio Description Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRYORff0Ca0 This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/stay-home-when-sick/Stay-Home-1080p.mp4
- Overview of Testing for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19on August 8, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Find an overview for healthcare workers of SARS-CoV-2 testing, considerations for testing, test types, surveillance, and how to interpret test results.
- Long COVID or Post-COVID Conditionson July 20, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Learn about the potential COVID-19 long-term effects, including fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, chest pain, headache, and other symptoms.
- Information for Laboratories about Coronavirus (COVID-19)on July 13, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Information for Laboratories about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Vaccines for COVID-19on July 13, 2023 at 4:00 AM
COVID-19 Vaccine: Helps protect you from getting COVID-19 Learn more about getting ready for your COVID vaccine, how to get a vaccine, and what to expect....
- COVID-19 Forecasting and Mathematical Modelingon June 27, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Forecasts from a variety of modeling teams are combined to provide a picture of what may happen in the future.
- Wear a Mask So You Won't Get Sickon June 2, 2023 at 7:15 PM
Learn about wearing a mask with Winnie and her friends.- Audio Description Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdBK1EHkowQ This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/wcms/video/low-res/coronavirus/2023/1035010350masking_for_kids_english.mp4
- ASL - Protect Yourself and Others From COVID-19on May 24, 2023 at 5:36 PM
Learn about basic steps you can take to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/protect-yourself-and-others-from-covid19/protect_yourself-lorez.mp4
- ASL - Protect Yourself and Others From COVID-19on May 24, 2023 at 5:36 PM
Learn about basic steps you can take to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/protect-yourself-and-others-from-covid19/protect_yourself-lorez.mp4
- ASL - COVID-19 Guidance for People with Weakened Immune Systemson May 23, 2023 at 7:04 PM
People with weakened immune systems are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. Learn how to protect your health by making a COVID-19 action plan. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/weakened-immune-system/Weakened-Immune-System-LoRes.mp4
- ASL - COVID-19 Guidance for People with Weakened Immune Systemson May 23, 2023 at 7:04 PM
People with weakened immune systems are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. Learn how to protect your health by making a COVID-19 action plan. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/weakened-immune-system/Weakened-Immune-System-LoRes.mp4
- People with Certain Medical Conditionson May 11, 2023 at 4:00 AM
See a list of medical and underlying conditions that make adults more at risk for COVID-19, and links to more information for each condition.
- Stay Home When Sick - Audio Descriptionon April 28, 2023 at 4:29 PM
This video shows how to stay home when sick with COVID-19.Transcription: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/stay-home-when-sick/Stay-Home-Video_Audio-Description_508c.pdf This video can also be viewed at […]
- Get Treatment for COVID-19on April 24, 2023 at 2:04 PM
If you have COVID-19, medicine can help you feel better. Follow along with Alice as she takes medicine for COVID-19.- Audio Description Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuk6NSLuOq8 This video can also be viewed at […]
- What to Do if Your Self-Test Result is Positiveon April 21, 2023 at 6:43 PM
COVID-19 self-tests can be used at home and can provide quick results. This short video offers tips on what to do if you have positive test results.@1:21: COVID-19 Testing: What You Need to Know - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html@1:40: COVID-19 Treatments and […]
- How to Lower Your Risk of Mpox at Parties, Clubs, and Festivalson April 20, 2023 at 11:00 PM
Information on how to lower risk of being infected with mpox at social gatherings like parties, clubs, and festivals.
- How to Use a Self Teston April 20, 2023 at 1:09 PM
Interested in performing a COVID-19 self-test at home? This short video explains the basics of when to use a test, how to get a self-test, how to perform the test, and how to interpret results. This video can also be viewed at […]
- What to Do If Your Self-Test Result Is Negativeon April 20, 2023 at 12:40 PM
COVID-19 self-tests can be used at home and can provide quick results. This short video offers tips on what to do if you have negative test results.Transcript: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/self-test-result-negative/What-to-Do-If-Your-Self-Test-Result-is-Negative-Transcript.pdf […]
- ASL - What to do if you've been exposed to COVID-19on April 11, 2023 at 2:45 PM
Learn what to do if you've been around someone who has COVID-19. Here's how to take care of yourself and avoid spreading the virus to others. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/exposed-to-covid-19/what-to-do-if-exposed-COVID19.mp4
- ASL - What to do if you've been exposed to COVID-19on April 11, 2023 at 2:45 PM
Learn what to do if you've been around someone who has COVID-19. Here's how to take care of yourself and avoid spreading the virus to others. This video can also be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/videos/asl/exposed-to-covid-19/what-to-do-if-exposed-COVID19.mp4
- ASL - Get Tested for COVID-19on April 10, 2023 at 8:11 PM
Find out how to take a COVID-19 test and what to do after you get your test results. Check out CDC's video series. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvrp9iOILTQatwnqm61jqFrsfUB4RKh6J This video can also be viewed at […]
- ASL - Get Tested for COVID-19on April 10, 2023 at 8:11 PM
Find out how to take a COVID-19 test and what to do after you get your test results. Check out CDC's video series. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvrp9iOILTQatwnqm61jqFrsfUB4RKh6J This video can also be viewed at […]
- ASL - Stay safe from respiratory illnesson April 10, 2023 at 7:19 PM
Learn what to do if you've been around someone who has COVID-19. Here's how to take care of yourself and avoid spreading the virus to others. This video can also be viewed at […]
- ASL - Stay safe from respiratory illnesson April 10, 2023 at 7:19 PM
Learn what to do if you've been around someone who has COVID-19. Here's how to take care of yourself and avoid spreading the virus to others. This video can also be viewed at […]
- ASL - Get the latest COVID-19 information in American Sign Languageon April 10, 2023 at 12:51 PM
Get the latest COVID-19 information in American Sign Language. Check out CDC's video series. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvrp9iOILTQatwnqm61jqFrsfUB4RKh6J
- Get the latest CDC information in American Sign Languageon April 10, 2023 at 12:51 PM
Get the latest CDC information in American Sign Language. Check out CDC's video series. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvrp9iOILTQatwnqm61jqFrsfUB4RKh6J
- NIOSH PPE Tracker App Tutorialon March 28, 2023 at 8:14 PM
This video tutorial guides users through the NIOSH Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Tracker app, a mobile version of the PPE Burn Rate Calculator that allows healthcare providers and systems to estimate the amount of PPE being used over time with their mobile devices. The app is available on iOS […]
- COVID-19 Incidence and Mortality Among Unvaccinated and Vaccinated Persons Aged ≥12 Yearson March 24, 2023 at 1:23 PM
An updated COVID-19 vaccine saves lives. Vaccinated people who received an updated COVID-19 vaccine were 14 times less likely to day compared with those who received no vaccine and 3 times less likely to die compared with those who received only the original COVID-19 vaccine(s). This video can […]
- COVID-19 Vaccine Effectivenesson March 23, 2023 at 4:00 AM
COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness
- COVID-19 Vaccines Recommendation for Older Adultson March 21, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Older adults are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. The updated COVID-19 booster provides added protection to prevent severe illness or hospitalization.
- Evaluating & Supporting Children and Adolescents with Post-COVID Conditionson March 3, 2023 at 5:54 PM
During this COCA Call, presenters will discuss evaluating and supporting post-COVID conditions (PCC)in children and adolescents and the recommended clinical approach to identifying and managing PCC in children and adolescents based on the "Multi-Disciplinary Collaborative Consensus Guidance […]
- V-safe After Vaccination Health Checkeron February 27, 2023 at 4:00 AM
V-safe After Vaccination Health Checker
- ASL: Help Your Child Stay Healthy at Schoolon February 16, 2023 at 4:18 PM
With COVID-19 in the mix, it's more important than ever to protect your child's health. Help your child stay healthy all school year long with these tips. This video can also be viewed at […]
- Myths and Facts about COVID-19 Vaccineson February 15, 2023 at 4:00 AM
Learn the facts about the authorized COVID-19 vaccines and bust common myths. CDC recommends eligible people age 5 and older get vaccinated.