COVID-19 Updates
News from the FDA/CDC
Operation Quack Hack: FDA moves to stop fraudulent COVID-19 products
Some companies are selling fraudulent products with claims to prevent, treat, mitigate, diagnose or cure coronavirus.
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COVID-19 & Mental Health
On Thursday, April 23, 2020, MDedge Psychiatry hosted a Twitter conversation at #MDedgeChats on COVID-19 and mental health.
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U.S. ‘deaths of despair’ from COVID-19 could top 75,000, experts warn
The number could be even higher if the country fails to take bold action to address the mental health toll of unemployment, isolation, and...
From the Journals
Novel inflammatory syndrome in children possibly linked to COVID-19
Although cases of the Kawasaki-like symptoms are rare, health authorities advise any children presenting with the symptoms be taken immediately to...
Commentary
Volunteering during the pandemic: What doctors need to know
Just as others helped me achieve my goal of volunteering, I hope I can guide those who would like to do similar work by sharing details about my...
From the Journals
Androgens may explain male vulnerability to COVID-19
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Pandemic-related stress rising among ICU clinicians
Most survey respondents “are taking special measures to limit the potential spread of the virus to their loved ones.”
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COVID-19: Eight steps for getting ready to see patients again
You may need to hire temporary workers if your staff tests positive.
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More guidance on inpatient management of blood glucose in COVID-19
Diabetes UK’s COVID-19 task force addresses inpatient use of subcutaneous insulin for managing hyperglycemia and ketoacidosis when IVs are...
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Results from 11 AHA-funded COVID-19 studies expected within months
The AHA’s COVID-19 and Its Cardiovascular Impact Rapid Response Grant initiative awards $1.2 million in grants.
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COVID-19–associated coagulopathy
Early recognition and anticoagulation is imperative to improve clinical outcomes in COVID-19–associated coagulopathies.