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COVID-19 hits physician couple: Dramatically different responses
Their story, one of two people living together but with such different responses to the infection, illustrates how much is still to be learned...
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NYC hospitals require health care workers to report in person, even for phone and telehealth work
Recently, many medical associations have issued statements supporting the rights of health care workers to speak up...
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Doing things right vs. doing the right things
There has been inconsistent guidance in regard to the containment of COVID-19 within health care systems.
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Coronavirus tests are being fast-tracked by the FDA, but it’s unclear how accurate they are
“What good is a test if you don’t know it’s giving you reliable results?” one expert said. Concerns are mounting that a lack of accurate testing...
From the Journals
Cancer prevalence among COVID-19 patients may be higher than previously reported
A meta-analysis suggests the cancer prevalence among COVID-19 patients is 2%, not 1% as previously reported.
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‘We’re in great distress here,’ infusion center CMO says
Thrivewell is also deploying a mobile infusion unit to recovered COVID-19 patients who require an infusion for their autoimmune disease.
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Infusion center directors shuffle treatment services in the era of COVID-19
“We look for ways to try to reassure patients and to comfort them, and work with them to make the best of the situation,” Dr. Christopher R....
Guidelines
When to treat, delay, or omit breast cancer therapy in the face of COVID-19
Two groups have released recommendations for treating breast cancer patients during the pandemic.
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CDC issues new return-to-work guidelines
Essential workers must take their temperature before work, wear a facial mask at all times, and practice social distancing when at work.
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Home-based chemo skyrockets at one U.S. center
The University of Pennsylvania’s home-based chemotherapy program experienced a 300% increase in participation in a 5-week period.
Commentary
The 7 strategies of highly effective people facing the COVID-19 pandemic
When trouble comes, it’s important to have coping strategies that help you navigate, said Dr. Alice W. Lee.