The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
CDC: COVID-19 third leading cause of death in 2020
COVID-19 comes in behind heart disease and cancer as the provisional top causes of death in the U.S. in 2020.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: April 1, 2021 update
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
Healthcare access a struggle for small businesses during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has only increased barriers to healthcare access for small businesses and private practices.
Medical practices to continue using PPE and telehealth after pandemic: survey
Doctors anticipate using more personal protective equipment (PPE) and using telehealth more often after the COVID-19-pandemic than they did pre-pandemic.
AMA calls for practices to play greater part in COVID-19 vaccinations
AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD, says it is time for physicians to take a more commanding position in the vaccination effort.
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
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?