A high-ranking federal official in late February warned that the United States needed to plan for not having enough personal protective equipment for medical workers as they began to battle the novel coronavirus
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The mechanisms of action by hydroxychloroquine could possibly hinder the virus from moving from the upper to lower respiratory tract - in turn making mechanical ventilation less likely to be a necessity.
Read More »Internists Say Physicians Can Bring Their Own PPE and Speak Out on COVID-19 Care Conditions
The American College of Physicians (ACP) announces support for the right of physicians to bring their own personal protection equipment (PPE) to protect themselves and ...
Read More »Under Pressure, Florida Governor Finally Orders Residents To Stay Home
With pressure mounting from public health officials and political leaders nationwide, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday reversed course and ordered residents across the state to stay at home.
Read More »New Study Supports Use Of HCQ As Effective Treatment For COVID-19
A study released today supports the use of the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as a treatment for COVID-19.
Read More »Three Things You Need To Know About COVID-19 If You Have An Autoimmune Condition
The lack of white blood cells prolong the length of time it takes to fight the virus, which causes the symptoms to get worse, and therefore puts those with autoimmune disorders at a higher risk.
Read More »Joint Commission Updates Policy To Allow Physicians To Bring Their Own Masks From Home
As physicians face shortages of masks and other PPE, the Joint Commission updated it policies to allow doctors to bring their own masks from home.
Read More »Temperature Taking Tips: From Mom’s ‘Forehead Test’ To High Tech Smart Thermometers
Splurging on a pricey thermometer isn’t always the right move, especially if you aren’t showing symptoms. There are other ways to figure out if you have a fever, or are at risk of COVID-19 complications.
Read More »Docs Ask Insurance Companies to Do More For Physicians and Practices During COVID-19
Doctors identify steps that should be taken by insurance companies and others to support physicians and their practices during the COVID-19 emergency.
Read More »Should You Bring Home Mom Or Dad From Assisted Living During The COVID-19 Crisis?
Some assisted living facilities are telling residents that if they leave during the COVID-19 crisis, even temporarily, they can’t return.
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