The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 17, 2021 update
Data from the Coronavirus Resource Center at Johns Hopkins University and the Centers for Disease Control.
COVID may cause health care workers to leave the field
Stress and burnout from the pandemic may create shortages of qualified workers.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 16, 2021 update
CMS increasing payment for COVID-19 vaccinations
The national average payment rate will increase by about $12 for administering each dose of the vaccines.
Study: Physician consultation leads to pandemic vaccination
A look at data from the swine flu pandemic shows that physicians who talk vaccination with their doctor often get the shot.
ACP applauds American Rescue Plan
The internists organization says that provisions of the legislation will improve health care in the U.S.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 15, 2021 update
Poll: Alcoholism, weight gain seen among those coping with pandemic
The results could indicate a secondary health crisis will be facing the nation.
Five takeaways from Biden’s big COVID-19 week
President Joe R. Biden marked the anniversary of the onset of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic with a flood of action.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 12, 2021 update
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 11, 2021 update
BREAKING: Biden announces purchase of 100 million Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine doses
The new doses will spring from the production partnership of Johnson & Johnson and Merck.
Improving telehealth means addressing inequality in healthcare
As telehealth expands, it’s imperative that the industry address existing discrimination and inequality in healthcare instead of contributing to the problem.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 10, 2021 update
Biden investing $250 million for COVID-19 safety, vaccination in underserved population
The funds will go toward health literacy grants for racial and ethnic minority, rural, and other vulnerable populations.
COVID-19 symptom checkers can delay treatment
Digital symptom checkers in the US and UK missed several severe illnesses in an international study.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 9, 2021 update
What should continue from COVID-19
What changes brought on by COVID-19 should stay.
CDC releases post-vaccination COVID-19 recommendations
Those who have been fully vaccinated can safely visit other vaccinated people and small groups of those who have yet to get the jab.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 8, 2021 update
COVID-19’s impact on Americans’ mental health
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic recession have affected Americans in myriad ways, including their mental and emotional health.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 5, 2021 update
Data from the COVID tracking project on coronavirus cases, test results, vaccination rates and more.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 4, 2021 update
Building confidence in vaccines: A free MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition webinar
The next MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition webinar will focus on building confidence in vaccines.
AMA analysis shows pandemic Medicare spending changes
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 3, 2021 update
Deal reportedly struck for Merck to help manufacture Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
Multiple news organizations report that the White House has brokered the unusual deal.
Are COVID-19 precautions here to stay?
Will precautions created to combat COVID-19 outlast the public health emergency?
Free MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition webinar to focus on vaccines
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: March 2, 2021 update