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Daily Recap: Docs are good at saving money; SARS-CoV-2 vaccine trials advance
Orthopedists were the top earners, according to a new Medscape report on physician debt and net worth.
Conference Coverage
Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trials launching in July, expert says
“The good news is that the new coronavirus is relatively stable,” Dr. Paul A. Offit said.
Conference Coverage
Skin patterns of COVID-19 vary widely
“There’s a lot that we still don’t know, and some patterns are going to be outliers,” Dr. Christine Ko said.
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Daily Recap: Transgender patients turn to DIY treatments; ACIP plans priority vaccine groups
“It’s really striking to see that the number of [primary care] visits has plummeted. Because of our payment structure, that means incomes have...
Commentary
How racism contributes to the effects of SARS-CoV-2
Underrepresented minorities face systemic bias and racism when interacting with the healthcare system, Dr. Salles writes.
Conference Coverage
ACIP plans priority groups in advance of COVID-19 vaccine
Tiered approach to COVID-19 vaccination builds on pandemic flu framework.
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Daily Recap: Higher risk of severe COVID-19 seen in pregnancy, primary care practices at risk
“It’s really striking to see that the number of [primary care] visits has plummeted. Because of our payment structure, that means incomes have...
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Daily Recap: COVID-19 care delays mean excess cancer deaths; flu vaccine recommendations
A new model predicts that tens of thousands of excess cancer deaths will occur over the next decade because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
News
First reported U.S. case of COVID-19 linked to Guillain-Barré syndrome
The unique clinical features in the U.S. case are urinary retention secondary to dysautonomia and ocular symptoms of...
Commentary
The merger of personal and professional: A psychologist’s experience with the effects of COVID-19
A therapist’s willingness to show that we, too, experience life’s ups and downs strengthens our ability to demonstrate empathy and further promote...
Opinion
What COVID-19 has taught us about senior care
The insights gained from this pandemic can lead to a more comprehensive outreach to senior patients.