Infectious Disease

  In our most recent MedCram COVID-19 updates, Dr. Roger Seheult shares how multiple myeloma likely contributed to the COVID-related passing of Colin Powell, as well as the latest news on vaccine boosters and new research on a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), Fluvoxamine, in COVID-19 treatment.   Multiple Myeloma: How Comorbidities Can Impact Vaccine…

  Two recent MedCram video updates cover the latest information on a potential COVID-19 treatment, Molnupiravir, as well as unfolding news on vaccine booster shots.    Merck COVID Pill (Molnupiravir): A New Treatment Option? In MedCram COVID-19 update 134 Dr. Seheult discusses Merck’s announcement of their antiviral pill for the treatment of mild to moderate SARS-CoV-2…

  Professor Roger Seheult, MD gives an update on the vital question: how effective are current COVID vaccines against the Delta variant?    COVID Update 133: Vaccines Vs. Delta In our 133rd COVID-19 video update, Dr. Seheult discusses the latest CDC report on vaccines and the SARS-CoV-2 B.1.617.2 variant, commonly known as the Delta variant.…

  Did you see our latest deep-dive conversation with Rhonda Patrick, PhD? Dr. Patrick helps unpack research on COVID-19 vaccines, the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and various rumors that have emerged throughout the pandemic.    Interview with Dr. Patrick and Dr. Seheult In this video, we gathered the most common questions, theories, and myths about COVID-19 vaccinations…

  With SARS-CoV-2 infections on the rise again, Roger Seheult, MD examines the role of innate immunity and what we can learn from a child’s immune system.   Innate Immunity, Interferon, and COVID-19 in Children In our 132nd COVID-19 update video, Dr. Seheult addressesthe question: why don’t kids go to the hospital as often as…

  There’s perhaps no better resource than Professor Eric Topol, MD when it comes to discussing the Delta variant and COVID-19. MedCram’s interview with Dr. Topol brings up thought-provoking details of the recent Delta surge, booster shots, and our current strategies to deal with it.   Dr. Topol’s Take on Delta Variant Our most recent…

  Delta is the latest COVID-19 variant to capture global attention, as new research emerges about its transmission rate and responsiveness to vaccines and natural immunity. Professor Roger Seheult, MD, breaks down what we know about the Delta variant and how it compares to other SARS-CoV-2 mutations.    Delta Variant and Vaccines In our 130th…

  “Long-COVID,” “long-hauler syndrome,” “chronic COVID-19,” “post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 infection (PASC)” — these are just a few of the names for the persistent, disruptive symptoms COVID-19 can leave behind.    Long-COVID Treatment, Symptoms, and Recovery In our recent COVID-19 update, Dr. Seheult discusses the various cardiopulmonary, neurological, and olfactory symptoms that are being researched…

  As we enter the second summer of COVID-19, countries throughout the world continue to experience effects of the pandemic in disparate  ways.    COVID-19 Update 128 In the latest MedCram COVID-19 update, Professor Roger Seheult, MD discusses new and continued complications in India and the unexpected rise of mucormycosis cases among patients there. Mucormycosis,…

  Professor Roger Seheult, MD dives into new research on Neu5Gc, a sialic acid molecule found in meat and dairy, which may contribute to inflammation and more severe COVID-19 symptoms.    Meat, Dairy, & Disease In this video update, MedCram Co-Founders, Dr. Seheult and Kyle Allred, PA, discuss the mechanisms of sialic acids, specifically the…