The American journal of the medical sciences
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The impact of social isolation and loneliness (SIL) was heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the pandemic disproportionately affected racial/ ethnic minorities, no studies have investigated the ramifications of the pandemic on SIL among these populations. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and pervasiveness of SIL during the COVID-19 pandemic on minority communities. ⋯ Social isolation was common among minority communities during the pandemic but loneliness was less pervasive. The study highlights the need to address the specific needs of these populations.
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Letter Case Reports
An unusual case of diverticulitis protruding into sigmoid colon.