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Top Masks for Defending Against Anti-Maskers
health2 years ago

Top Masks for Defending Against Anti-Maskers

Boston area hospitals, including Massachusetts General Brigham, have dropped masking requirements, causing concern among immunocompromised patients. Dr. Shira Doron, chief infection control officer for Tufts, has argued against universal masking and downplayed the risks of Covid-19, including long Covid. However, data shows that long Covid prevalence remains significant, with 79% of those affected reporting limitations to their daily activities. Experts recommend using high-quality masks such as N95s or KN95s for better protection, while surgical masks can be made more effective with a mask brace. Critics argue that the dismissal of Covid-19 risks by medical leaders undermines health and safety efforts.

Breakthrough Fetal Brain Surgery Prevents Heart Failure and Treats Vascular Malformation.
health2 years ago

Breakthrough Fetal Brain Surgery Prevents Heart Failure and Treats Vascular Malformation.

Boston Children’s Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital collaborated to perform the first-ever fetal brain surgery in the US, repairing a vein of Galen malformation in a 34-week-old fetus. The surgery prevented a deadly developmental condition and the baby was born healthy two days later. The success of the surgery could lead to a more proactive approach in managing the condition, preventing heart failure before birth rather than reversing it after birth.