COVID-19 Updates
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U.S. lifts visa halt to boost COVID-19 physician workforce
The move may also help physicians extend their visas.
Opinion
Sunshine on my shoulders
Dr. William G. Wilkoff offers a ‘natural’ solution to the anxiety, depression, and loneliness that come with the forced social isolation.
Article
Mental Health Support for Self-Isolated Veterans
In response to the COVID crisis, the VA shifts some outpatient care to telehealth and deploys Mobile Vet Center units in high-impact areas.
From the Journals
New guidance on management of acute CVD during COVID-19
Expert guidance comes from Chinese cardiology and infectious disease specialists on how to manage severe emergent cardiovascular disease during...
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA issues EUA allowing hydroxychloroquine sulfate, chloroquine phosphate treatment in COVID-19
The Strategic National Stockpile will work with FEMA to ship the products to states.
Commentary
Are psychiatrists more prepared for COVID-19 than we think?
Psychiatrists are on the cutting edge of how to address the pandemic of fear and uncertainty gripping individuals and society across the nation,...
News
In the Phoenix area, we are in a lull before the coronavirus storm
Every bed possible is being kept open for the feared onslaught of coronavirus patients in the coming weeks. Protective equipment, already in short...
Feature
Physician couples draft wills, face tough questions amid COVID-19
Spouses working in health care confront childcare dilemmas, quarantine questions, and health considerations as the pandemic continues.
News from the FDA/CDC
Flu activity measures continue COVID-19–related divergence
Fewer samples are testing positive, but flu-related visits are increasing.
Conference Coverage
Before the COVID-19 surge hits your facility, take steps to boost capacity
Communication about resource allocation can ease workforce anxiety amid the coronavirus pandemic.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA okays emergency use of convalescent plasma for seriously ill COVID-19 patients
“It’s crucial that data be captured for every patient so that we really understand what safety and effectiveness looks like on as close to a real-...