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Substance Use Disorder Linked to Increased Risk for COVID-19

September 22, 2020

Substance use disorder is associated with a higher risk for COVID-19 than that seen in the general population, as well as worse outcomes.

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Turmeric Extract Reduced Perception of Pain in Knee Osteoarthritis

Jessica Nye, PhD

Curcuma longa decreased knee pain but did not affect knee effusion-synovitis or cartilage composition in knee osteoarthritis.

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Vaccine Campaign Would Take 6 to 9 Months to Curb COVID-19

When a safe and effective vaccine against COVID-19 becomes available, it is likely to take 6 to 9 months to have a significant impact.

Trigger Point Injection Effective for Myofascial Pain in the ED

Amit Akirov, MD

This study compared the efficacy of trigger point injections with conventional therapy for myofascial back and neck pain in the acute care setting.

The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Releases Pain Management Toolkit

Michelle Lampariello

The AAAHC developed the toolkit as an informational resource for managing pain in both primary care and surgical practices.

Widespread Avoidance of Medical Care Found Due to COVID-19 Concerns

There was widespread reporting of avoidance of medical care due to COVID-19-related concerns in June 2020.

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More Than 20% of Children With COVID-19 Are Asymptomatic

A considerable proportion of children with confirmed COVID-19 remain asymptomatic.

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Mobilization With Movement and Standard Care Improves Knee OA Pain

Amit Akirov, MD

Researchers evaluated the long-term effect of mobilization with movement on disability, pain, and function in patients with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis.

Amisulpride Postoperative Nausea, Vomiting Drug Launched

Brian Park, PharmD

Barhemsys, a selective dopamine-2 and dopamine-3 receptor antagonist, is indicated for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting.

Orphengesic Forte Now Available for Acute Musculoskeletal Pain

Brian Park, PharmD

Orphengesic Forte for the symptomatic relief of mild to moderate pain of acute musculoskeletal disorders now available.

ACIP: Influenza Vaccination Recommendations for 2020-2021

Diana Ernst, RPh

Influenza vaccination should occur by the end of October, if possible.

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