Research into critically ill patients with COVID-19, published today in JAMA, shows fewer patients died and less intensive care (ICU) support was required when patients received corticosteroids compared with usual treatment. And the effect was consistent for those receiving either hydrocortisone or dexamethasone
There are five new cases of COVID-19 to report in New Zealand today – two in MIQ and three community cases. The three community cases are all epidemiologically linked to the Mount Roskill Evangelical Church, which has been genomically linked to the larger Auckland cluster
The COVID-19 outbreak has claimed another conference with the RNZCGP announcing the cancellation of Health Aotearoa which was to be held in Auckland in November
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management