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The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
March 28th 2024
The top news stories in medicine today.
March 22nd 2024
March 20th 2024
Energy & Commerce holding markup session on 28 bills involving health care, other sectors.
March 18th 2024
Leader of the Dr. Lorna Breen Foundation discusses latest efforts to tackle burnout among the health care workforce.
March 12th 2024
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in adolescents
An analysis by the drug maker shows the vaccine may be more effective in adolescent patients than in adults.
We must use the vaccination infrastructure we already have
Pharmacy and Primary Care have been dramatically under-allocated COVID-19 vaccinations when compared to influenza distribution and administration.
HHS to make COVID-19 vaccines more available to older adults, disabled people
Agencies will provide about $100 million in grants to aging and disability networks across the country.
Congress extends Paycheck Protection Program
The program, which helps small businesses financially, will continue another two months.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 30, 2021 update
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 29, 2021 update
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 26, 2021 update
Vaccination Rates Among Frontline Health Care Workers: A Snapshot
This survey of 1,327 health care employees reveals differences in attitudes towards COVID vaccines.
AstraZeneca releases updated COVID-19 vaccine data
The updated data was released after U.S. regulators questioned a release earlier this week.
What patients want post-pandemic
Healthcare consumers want many of the contactless practices implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic to continue.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 25, 2021 update
Half opposed COVID-19 vaccine in late 2020
An online survey conducted in late-2020 shows what drove vaccine hesitancy.
Cancer screenings rebounded after initial pandemic dip
Mammograms and colonoscopies are being performed once more after taking a precipitous fall during the early days of the pandemic.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 24, 2021 update
CARES Act compliance for physicians: The provider relief fund, explained
What to know about the provider relief fund and how to avoid costly mistakes in the use of the funding.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 23, 2021 update
Updated: AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine candidate proves effective in Phase III trial
The vaccine candidate met the primary efficacy endpoint in preventing COVID-19 in an interim analysis.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 22, 2021 update
7 myths and facts about the COVID-19 vaccines
Patients trust physicians for accurate information on the COVID-19 vaccines. Here are 7 of the many myths now widespread you may need to explain to your patients.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 19, 2021 update
Public Attitudes About COVID-19 Vaccinations: A Snapshot
Here are nine key takeaways based on results of a recent survey.
How will COVID-19 disrupt healthcare going forward?
A new survey identifies what executives think could be the biggest disruptions in the next year for hospitals and health care groups.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 18, 2021 update
Minority groups acceptance of vaccines on the rise
Older adults and those with chronic conditions also more willing to be vaccinated than in the fall
10 states with best COVID-19 vaccination rates
What are the leading states for COVID-19 vaccines?
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 17, 2021 update
COVID may cause health care workers to leave the field
Stress and burnout from the pandemic may create shortages of qualified workers.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 16, 2021 update
CMS increasing payment for COVID-19 vaccinations
The national average payment rate will increase by about $12 for administering each dose of the vaccines.
Study: Physician consultation leads to pandemic vaccination
A look at data from the swine flu pandemic shows that physicians who talk vaccination with their doctor often get the shot.