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Dr. Anthony Fauci ‘cautiously optimistic’ that a vaccine will be available in 2020 or 2021
Fauci said early results in clinical trials have been promising, while contact-tracing efforts in the U.S. are improving.
Wide nurse staffing variation across hospitals poses a threat to the public’s health
Staffing ratios varied from three to 10 patients for each nurse on general adult medical and surgical units.
Amid close to 46,000 resident deaths, nursing homes face more that $15 million in fines
The fines are receiving criticism from both nursing homes and advocacy groups such as LeadingAge, which says the industry is already facing unprecedented financial strain.
Prime Healthcare completes $350M acquisition of St. Francis Medical Center from Verity
Prime was chosen for its financial commitment and a history of turning around financially distressed hospitals.
Doctor, hospital groups have created a roadmap for keeping essential surgeries during a COVID-19 surge
The joint statement includes recommendations on community partnerships, PPE and distancing protocols and prioritizing procedures.
Scientists identify hundreds of drug candidates to treat COVID-19
Drug candidate pipelines represent a first step toward the discovery of new drugs to treat the virus.
Healthcare industry is grappling with the emergence of counterfeit PPE in the COVID-19 battle
Reused and out-of-date N95 masks still effective at preventing COVID-19
NIOSH-rated masks can also be subjected to sterilization with hydrogen peroxide or ethylene oxide without compromising efficiency.
Sentara Healthcare, Cone Health seek merger estimated to be worth $11.5 billion
There would be no cash involved in the transaction, with combined reserves and assets allowing more funds for new projects.
COVID-19 is the likely cause of death for 922 healthcare workers to date
A majority of those who have been confirmed to have died from the coronavirus are people of color, many born outside the U.S.
