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COVID-19 Vaccine Packed into Skin Patch Shows Promise in First Peer-Reviewed Research
Researchers have made progress on a COVID-19 vaccine delivered through a Band-Aid-sized skin patch that is quickly effective and producible on a large scale.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of April 7, 2020
The latest COVID-19 data on confirmed cases, fatalities, and more from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19: New Oxygenation and Ventilation Management Toolkit for HCPs
The American Heart Association released 4 training modules that offer guidance as more physicians are helping outside of their expertise.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of April 6, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed globally? How many in the US? Get your daily COVID-19 update here.
Physicians, Caregivers Should Remain Vigilant for COVID-19 Infection in Children
Authors of a new research letter suggest that although early data show COVID-19 isn't as severe in children, health care providers and caregivers should still be vigilant.
10 Companies Retool to Support Health Care Workers: COVID-19 Crisis
Ford, Anheuser-Busch, Ralph Lauren, and 7 more companies shift gears to create protective gear, sanitizer, and more to help the frontline workers of the COVID-19 crisis.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of April 3, 2020
The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 is now >1 million globally. Plus more data from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map you should know about today.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of April 2, 2020
The number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the US is now over 200 000. Plus more COVID-19 data you should know about today.
Pilates Found to Significantly Improve Heart Health in Young, Obese Women
A newly published study found that Pilates may be effective in improving cardiovascular health for obese young women.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of April 1, 2020
Researchers Receive Funding to Study COVID-19, Pandemic Preventative Health Behavior
Researchers at the University of Connecticut received funding for a yearlong study on how behavior and social attitudes change when a pandemic threat looms.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of March 31, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed globally and nationally? Get your daily COVID-19 update here.
HHS Accepted 31 Million Donated Doses of Potential COVID-19 Treatment
The US Department of Health and Human Services accepted 31 million doses of hydroxychloroquine sulfate and chloroquine phosphate that may help treat COVID-19.
COVID-19 Impact on America’s Mental Health
Almost half of Americans are anxious about contracting COVID-19, suggests a new American Psychiatric Association poll. More results at-a-glance here.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of March 30, 2020
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 have surged past 100 000 in the US. Plus more COVID-19 data you should know about today.
CDC: 4 Clinician Recommendations on Chloroquine Phosphate Misuse for COVID-19
In a recent health advisory, the CDC urged physicians to advise patients on the harms associated with using non-pharmaceutical chloroquine phosphate to prevent COVID-19.
COVID-19 Update: US Now Leads with Most Confirmed Cases
There are now >86 000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the US, the largest amount of any nation to date.
FDA Facilitating Expedition of Experimental Plasma Treatment in Serious COVID-19 Cases
The convalescent plasma may contain antibodies to the virus that causes COVID-19 that will make it easier for infected patients to recover.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of March 26, 2020
The latest COVID-19 data on confirmed cases, deaths, and more from the Johns Hopkins COVID-19 interactive map.
COVID-19 Update: Global Confirmed Cases as of March 25, 2020
How many cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed worldwide? How many in the US? Find out in this quick update.
Increasing Daily Step Count Shown to Reduce All-Cause Mortality Risk
A new study found that walking approximately 8000 steps a day vs 4000 steps can reduce all-cause mortality by 51%.
Study: Frontline COVID-19 Health Care Workers in China Suffer Psychological Burden
Frontline medical workers dealing with COVID-19 in China have a high risk of developing symptoms of depression, anxiety, insomnia, and distress.
FDA Proves Flexible in Ventilator Manufacturing During COVID-19 Pandemic
The guidance allows non-medical device manufacturers to produce ventilator parts, hospitals to use ventilators intended for other environments, and more.
COVID-19 Fact vs Fiction: 9 Myth-busting Answers from the World Health Organization
Fact or fiction? Vaccines against pneumonia can protect against COVID-19. Plus 8 more questions and answers from the World Health Organization.
CDC: 20% of US COVID-19 Hospitalizations Occurred in Young Adults
A review of US patients with COVID-19 showed that 20% of hospitalizations occurred among adults aged 20-44 years.
COVID-19 Pop Quiz: 5 Questions on the Latest News from Patient Care
Refresh your memory of the week's top headlines on the COVID-19 pandemic with our 5-question pop quiz.
New Study Reveals Gastrointestinal Symptoms are Prominent in COVID-19
Digestive symptoms can be added to the list of primary complains associated with COVID-19, a new study from China suggests.
Leading Cardiology Organizations Advise Continuation of ACE Inhibitors, ARBs During COVID-19
A new joint statement from the AHA, HFSA, and ACC urge physicians to continue treatment with ACE-i or ARBs in patients with COVID-19.
Study: Undocumented COVID-19 Cases Fueled Rapid Disease Spread in China
New research from Columbia University showed undocumented cases of COVID-19 were responsible for over two-thirds of documented infections in China.
Mount Sinai Spinoff Creates Coronavirus Virtual Toolkit for Hospitals
Rx.Health is creating a digital toolkit for hospitals to aid in easier screening and virtual care for COVID-19.