Coronavirus Tests Are Extremely Sensitive
Coronavirus tests have become a critical tool in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Tests allow public health officials to identify and isolate individuals who are infected with the virus, thereby reducing the spread of the disease. However, recent reports have highlighted a potential issue with coronavirus tests: their sensitivity. Coronavirus tests are extremely sensitive, […]
“Keep Up The Rates” Campaign Encourages Vaccination Amidst COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our health and well-being beyond the damage caused by the virus. In nearly every community, elective surgeries have been postponed, and routine care has been delayed. Amid closed healthcare offices and clinics, compounded by fear of contracting COVID-19, routine vaccinations have declined significantly across all age groups, with demand plummeting […]
How Rural Hospitals Overcome Staffing Shortages Amid Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected the world in many ways, and one of the most significant impacts has been on the healthcare system. Rural hospitals, in particular, have faced unique challenges during this time, including staffing shortages due to the virus. Despite these challenges, many rural hospitals have found innovative ways to overcome these obstacles […]
Global Edition: Coronavirus Scenario Planning Guide
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on countries around the world, businesses and organizations are trying to find ways to navigate the crisis and prepare for what comes next. For healthcare leaders, the challenges are particularly acute as they must manage both the public health response and the financial implications of the pandemic. […]
Covid-19 Scenario Planner For Life Sciences Leaders
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a significant impact on the global healthcare industry. Life sciences leaders are facing numerous challenges in navigating the current scenario, including supply chain disruptions, regulatory challenges, and changing healthcare consumer behavior. To effectively manage these challenges, life sciences leaders need to develop a scenario planner that can help them assess […]
Should doctors quit their jobs not to deal with COVID-19 ?
COVID-19 has exposed and exacerbated the long-standing shortcomings of some public health systems, and there are many lessons to be learned from this pandemic. Apart from its enormous health and economic impact, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way of practicing medicine and medical education. This effect is likely to accelerate the transformation both activities […]
How Covid-19 Will Impact Population Health Management
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the healthcare system, and its effects are likely to be felt for years to come. One area that is expected to be affected is population health management (PHM). PHM is an approach that aims to improve the health outcomes of a defined population through a range […]
5 Tips to Help Older Adults Stay Apart, Not Alone During COVID-19
Almost 42 million Americans identified as caregivers for an older adult prior to COVID-19. Overnight, it’s likely that millions more have joined their ranks.With COVID-19, there are added complications, notably physical separation. Some people are supporting older relatives who live far away while others may be close by, but are maintaining a safe distance. The […]
Supporting the Health Care Workforce During the COVID-19 Epidemic
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) continues to spread internationally. Worldwide, more than 100 000 cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19, the disease caused by SARS-CoV-2) and more than 3500 deaths have been reported. COVID-19 is thought to have higher mortality than seasonal influenza, even as wide variation is reported. While the World Health Organization […]
Tips to Help Older Adults Stay Apart, Not Alone During COVID-19
Almost 42 million Americans identified as caregivers for an older adult prior to COVID-19. Overnight, it’s likely that millions more have joined their ranks.With COVID-19, there are added complications, notably physical separation. Some people are supporting older relatives who live far away while others may be close by, but are maintaining a safe distance. The […]