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The lifetime risk for death from firearms and drug overdoses varies by race and geography

Almost 1 in 100 May Die From Firearms, Overdose, or Motor Vehicle Accident

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Variance in lifetime risk seen across demographic subpopulations and states
Steroids can improve survival in patients with COVID-19

Four Studies Indicate Benefits of Steroids for COVID-19

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Three randomized trials and a meta-analysis show benefits for critically ill patients, severe COVID-19
Acute kidney injury is common in hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and is associated with increased in-hospital mortality

AKI Common in Hospitalized Patients With COVID-19

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AKI occurred in 46 percent of hospitalized patients, linked to increased risk for in-hospital mortality
Even though it is not likely to happen

States Should Prepare for COVID-19 Vaccine by Nov. 1

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U.S. Surgeon General said a COVID-19 vaccine is possible, but not probable, by Nov. 1
Severe hypoglycemia is associated with a substantially higher risk for falls among community-dwelling adults with type 2 diabetes

Severe Hypoglycemia May Up Fall Risk in Older Adults With T2DM

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Twofold higher risk seen for diabetes patients with a severe hypoglycemia event
Pregnant women with COVID-19 are less likely to report symptoms but are more likely to require intensive care unit admission compared with nonpregnant women of reproductive age

COVID-19 During Pregnancy May Pose Risks for Mother, Baby

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Though less likely to report symptoms, pregnant women more likely to need intensive care, ventilation
The chief adviser for the White House vaccine program said Thursday it was "extremely unlikely

Chief of U.S. Vaccine Initiative Says October Timeline ‘Extremely Unlikely’

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Slaoui says there is 'no intent' to introduce a COVID-19 vaccine before clinical trials are completed
Likely deficient vitamin D status is associated with an increased risk for COVID-19

Likely Deficient Vitamin D Status Linked to COVID-19 Risk

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Risk for testing positive for COVID-19 increased for likely deficient versus likely sufficient vitamin D groups
Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of Aug. 31 to Sept. 4

Physician’s Briefing Weekly Coronavirus Roundup

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Here is what the editors at Physician's Briefing chose as the most important COVID-19 developments for you and your practice for the week of...
Having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder symptoms that persist into adulthood is associated with a higher risk for being involved in a motor vehicle crash

Adult ADHD Symptoms May Predict Motor Vehicle Crash Risk

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Persistence of symptoms in adulthood carries higher risk than childhood-limited ADHD