Health care worker and patient
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Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel: “Bottleneck” issues ahead for COVID-19 vaccine

The renowned health policy and medical ethics expert details the challenges to expect if a safe, effective SARS-CoV-2 vaccine earns approval.

Infectious Diseases
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Time to mask up: 5 keys to effective exam room talk with patients

While most Americans are adopting the use of masks to help curb the spread of COVID-19, some people still object to wearing them. Here’s how physicians can expand the conversation.

Infectious Diseases
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FDA chief updates doctors on COVID-19 tests, treatments, vaccines

In a call with physicians, FDA Commissioner Stephen M. Hahn, MD, offered some clues about what’s in the pipeline.

Infectious Diseases
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Why so many patients still can’t connect to doctors via telehealth

Telehealth is essential for older adults with multiple chronic conditions and higher risk for COVID-19. But millions are unable or unready to connect.

Digital
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Over 200,000 Missourians will get covered with Medicaid expansion

Missouri voters take a step to improve the health of people in their state by approving a state constitution amendment to expand Medicaid eligibility.

Access to Care
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5 Min Read

7 questions patients might ask about managing risk and wearing masks

With the change in mask wearing recommendations, patients might be confused. Here is how physicians can respond to some of those patient questions.

Infectious Diseases
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4 Min Read

Data from 10 cities show COVID-19 impact based on poverty, race

Poverty plays a role in deaths and infections, but racism was still a factor in higher income areas. Learn why further community study is needed.

Health Equity
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To prevent SARS-CoV-2 spread in hospitals, look “offstage” too

A study of asymptomatic workers at a Houston hospital uncovered curious clusters of cases, emphasizing the need for uniform PPE and surveillance.

Infectious Diseases
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Dr. Fauci outlines 5 ways to blunt COVID-19 pandemic’s resurgence

Still stuck in pandemic’s first wave, it’s critical to cut U.S. caseloads before flu season hits. The nation’s leading infectious disease expert details how.

Infectious Diseases