Practice Management News

Almost half of physicians who were surveyed in the U.S. reported losing their jobs, seeing a reduction in pay or being furloughed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to data released during IDWeek.

A recent survey of 10,000 nurses explored the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on personal finances. While many of the findings reflect financial concerns faced by many Americans during these uncertain times, one thing is clear: Black nurses are disproportionately impacted.

Some dermatologic manifestations of COVID-19 infection can persist for a long duration of time, according to a presentation at the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology virtual congress.

Shifts in daylight saving time have been shown to increase the risk for adverse health effects such as cardiovascular issues and injuries, according to research published in PLoS Computational Biology.

Universal use of face shields by health care personnel at a Texas hospital led to a significant reduction in SARS-CoV-2 infections, data presented at IDWeek show.

Certain mouthwashes and nasal rinses demonstrated virucidal properties that can kill a virus similar to the one that causes COVID-19, according to an experimental study.

The FDA has approved Gilead Science’s antiviral IV drug remdesivir — also known as Veklury — for adults and children aged older than 12 years when treatment of COVID-19 requires hospitalization.

HHS announced that health care providers on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic coronavirus pandemic have until Nov. 6 to apply for a portion of $20 billion in new funding.

The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to vote on Amy Coney Barrett’s nomination to the Supreme Court tomorrow, Oct. 22.

Sexual harassment is common among physicians, but many do not report incidents even though they negatively affect their personal and professional lives, according to research presented during the virtual Women in Medicine Summit.