July 13, 2021
Certain Sickle Cell Disease Traits Can Raise Odds for Severe COVID
People with sickle cell disease who have a history of severe pain episodes and coexisting organ conditions have an increased risk for severe COVID-19 illness, a new study suggests. “This study tells us that all individuals with sickle cell disease are not at equal levels of risk,” said study author Dr. Lana Mucalo, of the...
Dr. Murtaza Adam: Wet AMD, Treatment Barriers, and COVID-19
In this MD Newsline exclusive interview with vitreoretinal specialist Dr. Murtaza Adam, we discuss barriers to treatment adherence and COVID-19 as they relate to wet AMD. MD Newsline: What are the major barriers to wet AMD treatment adherence? Dr. Murtaza Adam: “The first thing people think about when they go for their first appointment for...