Infected people who test false-negative and are asymptomatic may not be isolated and can consequently go on to infect others.
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American Medical Association pledges action against racism, police brutality
The AMA said it opposes all forms of racism, denounces police brutality and will work to dismantle racist policies and practices in healthcare.
Emergency department visits are down 42% across U.S. due to COVID-19
Younger patients are driving this decline, as the biggest dip was seen among children younger than 14.
Hospitals continue to struggle with job losses as other areas of healthcare rebound in May
Hospitals lost 27,000 jobs in May, showing they have yet to recover financially.
Colorado HIEs have improved outcomes, costs for jails via speedy information access
The goal was to improve outcomes, reduce the recidivism rate and send inmates back into the communities with coherent care plans.
Blues plans dominate ACA market, but there may be new competition
Urban Institute analysis shows there may be an expansion of health insurance options in 2021, as national insurers are reportedly reentering market.
HHS stipulates additional data must be submitted with COVID-19 test results
The guidance standardizes reporting with the intent of providing public health officials access to real-time data as they coordinate their response.
Number of cybersecurity attacks increase during COVID-19 crisis
Hackers are taking advantage of provider distraction to breach health systems.
CMS extends Next Generation deadline a year due to COVID-19
CMS also announced changes to other alternative payment models to adjust for the COVID-19 pandemic.
Interoperability can save lives, says b.well Connected Health CEO
CEO Kristen Valdes began b.well after her daughter Bailey’s near death experience.
