Category: Editors’ Pick

The Pandemic And The Importance Of Coordinated Information Systems: A Letter From Spain

Spain is the world’s 13th biggest economy in terms of GDP, undoubtedly a highly developed country. But when it comes to dealing with a global pandemic, countries unable to coordinate action and information at a national level will always be the losers.

CVS And Walgreens Pharmacists Key To Coronavirus Vaccine Distribution

The U. S. move to allow pharmacists to administer seasonal flu shots to children is a precursor to an effort to quickly vaccinate Americans against the Coronavirus strain Covid-19 once a vaccine is approved by the federal government.

The Ambulence Of The Future Will Be Flying And Possibly Hydrogen Powered

Urban Aeronautics, an e-VTOL aircraft company, had announced a partnership with air-ambulance firm Hatzolah Air to work on an ambulance version of their vehicle.

Coronavirus May Help Best Buy Become A Key Healthcare Player

Best Buy reported a better-than-expected second-quarter profit as coronavirus led consumers to buy appliances, computers and fitness gear to better their remote working and learning experiences. But the pandemic may also hasten its transition to becomi…

Africa Declared Free Of Wild Polio Virus

Four years after the last case of wild polio in Nigeria, the World Health Organization announced today that its African Region is officially free of wild poliovirus

Lyra Health Hits $1.1 Billion Valuation, As Coronavirus Boosts Need For Teletherapy

The company, which provides mental health benefits for large employers, has added 800,000 new members since the pandemic hit.

‘Nonlethal Beanbags’ From Police Cause Serious Injury, Possible Brain Damage

The “nonlethal beanbag” munitions some police departments use for crowd control can cause severe injury, including brain hemorrhaging, report doctors.

Doctor Practice Revenue Continues To Fall After States Re-Opened

Patient revenue in June was still at 76% of last year’s level even after most states re-opened and shelter-in-place orders ended, the Medical Group Management Association says.

12 Pandemic Dating Tips, How To Do Romance With The Covid-19 Coronavirus

Here’s how the Covid-19 coronavirus may change dating for the better.

FDA Authorizes Convalescent Plasma For Covid-19 Coronavirus, Here Are The Issues

President Donald Trump called it a “powerful therapy” that will save “countless lives.” But is this the “major therapeutic breakthrough” that the White House touted it to be?