COVID-19 Updates
Commentary
Preventable diseases could gain a foothold because of COVID-19
Measles and influenza are two deadly infectious diseases for which there are vaccines.
Commentary
Emergency Rule: Docs can bill for telehealth and COVID-19 tests. Here’s how
The American Medical Association has developed a CPT code for the COVID-19 test.
Feature
New ASAM guideline released amid COVID-19 concerns
During the COVID-19 pandemic, “it is especially important” for clinicians to ensure that individuals with OUD continue to receive evidence-based...
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DIY masks: Worth the risk? Researchers are conflicted
Some health care workers are making their own personal protective equipment.
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COVID-19 prompts ‘lifesaving’ policy change for opioid addiction
Patients in some opioid treatment programs will be allowed to take home their medication.
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Match Day 2020: Online announcements replace celebrations, champagne
Match Day organizers look to Zoom, slide shows, email announcements, and other ways to engage future residents.
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Feds tout drug candidates to treat COVID-19
Food and Drug Administration officials and President Trump highlighted hydroxychloroquine and remdesivir.
News from the FDA/CDC
20% of U.S. COVID-19 deaths were aged 20-64 years
Preliminary data also demonstrate that severe illness leading to hospitalization, including ICU admission and death, can occur in adults of any...
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Rheumatologists to share knowledge in COVID-19 patient-centered registry
The soon-to-be launched registry will help guide clinicians in the treatment of patients with rheumatologic disorders treated with...
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Standing by and still open for business during COVID-19 pandemic
“With the relaxing of telehealth requirements for Medicare that were announced on March 17, I’m setting up to ‘see’ patients remotely,” says Dr....
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Real-world shortages not addressed in new COVID-19 guidance
WHO provides up-to-date guidance on COVID-19 treatment, but real-world ingenuity will be needed to tackle thorny issues surrounding this disease...