The latest COVID-19 news relevant to physicians when it comes to the business of medicine.
Coronavirus: vaccine candidates show promise in trials
New COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine candidates from Johnson & Johnson and Novavax have shown high efficacy on some variants of the disease.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 29, 2021 update
Data from the COVID tracking project on coronavirus cases, test results, vaccination rates and more.
Exclusive survey reveals COVID-19 physician vaccination rates
We asked physician if they got the vaccine, and whether they have supplies to provide their patients.
Biden reopening ACA health insurance marketplaces
The executive order also calls on agencies to take a second look at pre-existing condition rules.
COVID-19’s disparate impact on Americans of color: Experts identify 10 key takeaways
The MJH COVID Coalition makes recommendations in new webinar and whitepaper
Survey: Most Americans doubtful on health care costs, pandemic response
The nationwide poll found that a minority of Americans think the country is heading in the right direction.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 28, 2021 update
Coronavirus: Demand grows for vaccine
A survey found more Americans looking to get vaccinated as soon as possible versus in December.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 27, 2021 update
To solve the COVID-19 pandemic, we must empower primary care physicians and pharmacists
It is time for an all-hands-on-deck approach.
Coronavirus: Moderna seeks to boost vaccine immunity to virus variants
The drug maker says their vaccine is still effective against emerging COVID-19 variants, but it still wants to test.
Study: COVID-19 has greater impact in communities with high income inequality
A study of nearly all U.S. counties found that residents in areas with greater income inequality face higher COVID-19 infection and mortality rates.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 26, 2021 update
MGMA Survey: Physician practices left out of COVID-19 vaccine rollout
The survey showed that a vast majority of independent practices actively seeking COVID-19 vaccines haven’t received any doses.
Coronavirus: Pandemic still hurting physician groups
High hospitalization rates and consumer reluctance to seek non-urgent care are to blame.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 25, 2021 update
MJH Life Sciences COVID-19 Coalition to hold virus variant webinar
Tomorrow's free COVID-19 Coalition webinar focuses on the emerging coronavirus variants.
A look at Biden’s health care executive orders
Here are some of the executive orders President Joe R. Biden signed during his first 48 hours in office.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 22, 2021 update
AAFP ready to help Biden vaccine push, recovery plan
The AAFP president says family physicians are uniquely positioned to educate patients, prioritize access, and coordinate administration of COVID-19 coronavirus vaccines.
How Americans view the coronavirus
More than 3,000 Americans shared their views of the coronavirus and the efforts to contain it.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 21, 2021 update
Take our COVID-19 physician vaccine survey
Let us know how the vaccine rollout is going.
HHS awards vaccination info sharing funds
The nearly $20 million in CARES Act funds will be used to expand information sharing between health information exchanges and immunization information systems.
Biden calls for unity in fight against COVID-19
In his inaugural address, President Joe R. Biden says the country should come together to defeat the pandemic.
A look at Biden’s health care plans
A look at what the president-elect has planned for health care.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 20, 2021 update
Coronavirus: AAFP calls for primary care vaccine prioritization
The organization says that cutting primary care practices out of the vaccination process would jeopardize the success of the enterprise.
Coronavirus: ACP backs Biden COVID-19 plan
The organization says it is supportive and encouraged by the incoming administrations plans to address the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: January 19, 2021 update