News
Real-world shortages not addressed in new COVID-19 guidance
March 19, 2020
WHO provides up-to-date guidance on COVID-19 treatment, but real-world ingenuity will be needed to tackle thorny issues surrounding this disease.
News
Lopinavir-ritonavir trial results ‘disappointing’ for severe COVID-19
March 19, 2020
But patients in the lopinavir/ritonavir group had a shorter stay in the intensive care unit than did those in the standard-care group.
News
Patients with COVID-19 may face risk for liver injury
March 19, 2020
Mechanisms of damage remain unclear, but could include virus-, immune-, or drug-induced injury.
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COVID-19 will test medical supply stocks
March 19, 2020
“In the matter of a week or two...I think we’ll get a feel for whether or not we really have enough of the supplies that it takes,” said Dr. Anthony Fauci.
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COVID-19 in China: Children have less severe disease, but are vulnerable
March 19, 2020
The findings of this case review underscore the possibility that children “may play a major role in community-based viral transmission” of novel coronavirus 2019.
News
ACP outlines guide for COVID-19 telehealth coding, billing
March 19, 2020
Also included are tips on handling staff absences and information on allowed technology and services.
Article
Clinicians petition government for national quarantine
March 18, 2020
The petition was started by an apolitical Facebook group to focus attention on what members see as the most critical issues for clinicians.
Opinion
Physicians and health systems can reduce fear around COVID-19
March 18, 2020
“We must look after our patients. But we also have to look after ourselves so that we can look after our patients,” said Dr. Peter M. Yellowlees.
News
So you have a COVID-19 patient: How do you treat them?
March 16, 2020
A patient with severe symptoms, who is seeking medical attention from a HealthPoint clinic, is not seen and is sent straight to the emergency department.
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News
After weeks of decline, influenza activity increases slightly
March 13, 2020
Attention on COVID-19 may have led to more visits than usual for respiratory illness.
