Coronavirus: Feds extend public health emergency declaration
The extension continues the loosening of telehealth regulations.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: JULY 24 update
Data from the COVID tracking project on coronavirus cases, test results and more.
Is the explosion of telehealth good for both providers and patients?
Continuity of health is a major benefit that helps maintain the doctor-patient relationship.
The long-term benefits of investing in short-term relationships
Kurt Stange, MD, says that establishing even brief relationships with patients has a “pay it forward” effect that will benefit patients, and health care generally, in the future.
Walmart to open retail clinics in Florida
The latest move by the retail giant to expand their healthcare delivery offerings.
Five Ways to Prepare Your Patient for Their First Telemedicine Visit
Many patients have never used telemedicine before. Here’s how to help them out.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: JULY 23 update
Why virtual visits can be more tiring for doctors than in-person visits
Kurt Stange, MD, says many physicians find they have to work harder to project their humanity to patients during virtual visits than when they see them in person.
COVID-19 Myth vs. Fact
Common myths and facts about the coronavirus.
Cyberattack threat to health care providers on the rise
With institutions focused on COVID, hackers see the distraction as an opportunity
The value of “one-off” in-person visits
Kurt Stange, MD says that even care provided in urgent care or minute clinics can provide a little of the same satisfaction that comes from long-term patient relationships.
AMA report shows overdose epidemic evolving, becoming deadlier
While opioid prescriptions are down, overdose deaths on illicit opioids and stimulants have shown a dramatic increase.
Using the EHR to Reach Vulnerable Patients During COVID-19
Your system already has capabilities that can help.
Coronavirus: Pfizer and BioNTech to supply vaccine candidate to U.S. government
The deal is for the companies to supply up to 600 million doses of a MRNA-based vaccine candidate.
It’s not too soon to learn lessons from COVID-19 pandemic
Here are four critical communications strategies to help deal more effectively with the next crisis.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: JULY 22 update
How telehealth visits resemble home visits
Kurt Stange, MD, says that telehealth visits can provide useful insights into patients’ home environments.
Mitigating health care’s cybersecurity risks in the era of hyperconnectivity
For an increasingly sophisticated, global community of cybercriminals, health care pays - both figuratively and literally.
How COVID-19 has made investing in telehealth relationships more important than ever
Kurt Stange, MD, says that the growth in telehealth due to COVID-19 makes it important for doctors to consider how they can provide the best care during these visits.
Coronavirus: ACP partners with Project N95 to provide PPE
The equipment is being provided to internal medicine physicians.
Coronavirus: OCR releases anti-discrimination guidance
The guidance focuses on compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Primary care crisis: How to build the practice of the future
Primary care was in crisis in the United States — and then COVID-19 happened. How can we create a better model for primary care?
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: JULY 21 update
How doctors can develop patient relationships using just telehealth visits
Kurt Stange, MD, says that demonstrating respect for patients and asking what’s going in their lives is helpful even in the context of a brief telehealth visit.
The importance of listening during “key moments” in patient relationships
Kurt Stange, MD, says that doctors who haven’t known a patient for a long time can build a relationship by taking the time to listen closely during times of stress or crisis.
FDA approves non-opioid pain drug
Orphengesic Forte is a non-addictive, non-opioid drug now approved by the FDA.
Coronavirus: Oxford vaccine candidate boosts immune response
The candidate is a joint effort of Oxford University and AstraZeneca.
Telehealth best practices: Building a long-term workflow
Here’s what we’ve learned about telehealth best practices from those that have been the most successful.
Coronavirus case numbers in the United States: JULY 20 update
eConsults: An essential piece of telehealth for chronic care management
eConsults are especially vital during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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