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The 6 things doctors wish patients knew about masks

Even though wearing a mask is vital to preventing the spread of COVID-19, there are still myths and misunderstandings. Physicians want to clear them up.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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6 Min Read

8 coronavirus tips that doctors wish patients would follow

Even as more people get vaccinated against COVID-19, it’s imperative to keep taking these preventive measures to cut risk and help save lives.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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3 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about coping with pandemic anger

People who have sacrificed so much to stay safe may feel “pangry” seeing others unmasked at large gatherings. Here’s how they can manage that feeling.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about obesity during the pandemic

People with obesity are at an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. An obesity medicine physician offers advice to help.

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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7 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about new coronavirus variants

At least three new highly mutated variants of SARS-CoV-2 have been reported in the U.S. But what does the news mean for patients? Two physician experts break it down.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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5 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about contact tracing

Contact tracing still holds a place in slowing the spread of COVID-19. One physician expert shares what patients need to know.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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6 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about pandemic fatigue

Feelings of stress, social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can lead to what experts are calling COVID fatigue. Find out more.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Physician administering a vaccine
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5 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 vaccination

As states continue to navigate distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, physicians want patients to know what to expect when it is their turn. Learn more with the AMA.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
African-American woman wearing a pulled down mask looking at a smart tablet.
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4 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew to make the most of telehealth

The COVID-19 pandemic has driven unprecedented use of telehealth. Find out how to ensure each telehealth visit is productive for patient care.

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Digital
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™