COVID-19

Outside of the loss of human life due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the past two years have greatly affected hospitals, health systems and the way providers deliver care. Healthcare executives are grappling with federal monetary assistance, growing burnout rates, workforce shortages and federal oversight of vaccines and testing. This channel is also designed to update clinicians on new research and guidelines regarding COVID patient treatment strategies and risk assessments.

Lab owner indicted in $290M COVID fraud scheme pleads not guilty
Mahmood Sami Khan, 36, has been charged on five counts of wire fraud and money laundering in connection with the conspiracy. If convicted, he could spend the rest of his life behind bars.
Vaccines—for the flu, COVID-19 and other infections—are a ‘foundational pillar’ of heart protection
Staying vaccinated as recommended by doctors can help patients limit their risk of adverse cardiovascular events, according to a new consensus statement published in European Heart Journal.
What can federal health agencies do to revive the fading trust of the public?
Confidence in public health entities is spiraling downward in the U.S., and once-revered Washington institutions like the CDC and NIH are among the casualties in serious condition. How to break the negative momentum?
AAP, other physician societies double down on Kennedy-crossing vaccination stance
5 high-profile physician leaders: ‘Misinformation, politicization of commonsense public health efforts and sudden changes to federal vaccine guidance are creating mass confusion and diminishing trust in public health.’
Major association of physicians presents itself as a go-to alternative vs. the government on vaccine expertise
One of the most formidable societies of medical professionals in the U.S. is going toe-to-toe with Robert F. Kennedy’s HHS over changing vaccination recommendations.

Higher total cholesterol and ApoB levels may increase a person's COVID-19 risk

To limit any potential bias, the study's authors explored data from two different sources.

Feds to require COVID-19 vaccination at all healthcare facilities that accept Medicare and Medicaid

Physician groups such as the Society of Interventional Radiology and American Medical Association previously voiced support for such mandates.

Another radiology group requiring vaccination against COVID-19 to attend its conference

The Radiology Business Management Association is asking all 2021 PaRADigm attendees to provide proof of inoculation prior to arriving in Las Vegas next month.

Combined flu and COVID-19 vaccine begins clinical trials

A combined vaccine that fights the flu and COVID-19 is in the works, with the biotech company behind it beginning the first phase of clinical trials.

COVID-19 vaccines have prevented 140K deaths

COVID-19 vaccines have been effective in preventing roughly 140,000 deaths in the U.S., according to a recent study published in Health Affairs.

Revealed: Why severe COVID-19 infections are more common in people with diabetes

Specialists at the University of Michigan hope their findings can help patients receive an effective treatment early on in their infection.

Fake COVID vax proofs sold to healthcare workers

Fake COVID-19 vaccine cards were sold for $200 a piece to individuals in the New York City area, including some healthcare professionals.

Colorado requires healthcare workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine

Healthcare workers in Colorado are required to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

COVID-19

Lab owner indicted in $290M COVID fraud scheme pleads not guilty

Vaccines—for the flu, COVID-19 and other infections—are a ‘foundational pillar’ of heart protection

What can federal health agencies do to revive the fading trust of the public?

AAP, other physician societies double down on Kennedy-crossing vaccination stance

Major association of physicians presents itself as a go-to alternative vs. the government on vaccine expertise