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CDC Updates Guidance on Isolation for COVID-19 Patients

Revised recommendations issued by The Centers for Disease Control say those who test positive for SARS-CoV-2 should isolate for at least 10 days after symptoms first appear.

FDA Issues Warning About Hand Sanitizer Products Contaminated with Methanol

FDA is cautioning healthcare providers about an increase in hand sanitizer products contaminated with methanol, a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or life-threatening when ingested.

NYSDOH Requirements for Healthcare Personnel Returning to Work After COVID-19 Exposure or Infection

A NYSDOH advisory outlines updated requirements for healthcare personnel returning to work after COVID-19 exposure and/or infection.

Amid the Pandemic, Officials Aim to Reduce Seasonal Flu Rates with Increased Vaccine Production

In an effort to mitigate the dual impact of COVID-19 and the seasonal flu, vaccine manufacturers are increasing influenza vaccine production by 10 percent this year.

CDC Expands Criteria of Those at Higher Risk for COVID-19

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says additional age-related factors and underlying medical conditions increase an individual’s risk of severe COVID-19.

July 10 Webinar on Emerging from the COVID-19 Pandemic

On July 10, MLMIC and MedPro Group will present a one-hour webinar with guidance and strategies for protecting medical practices while emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Risk Prediction Model Can Help Inform Clinical Care Decisions Related to COVID-19

A new risk prediction calculator, called the nomogram, can help physicians forecast a patient’s risk of testing positive for COVID-19, as well as the severity of the disease.

NYSDOH Updates Requirement for COVID-19 Testing Prior to an Elective Surgery

Amended guidance issued by the New York State Department of Health directs hospitals and healthcare facilities to test patients for COVID-19 five days prior to an elective surgery.

In Response to the Pandemic, Healthcare Organizations Should Consider Four Key Changes

Based on the widespread impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say healthcare organizations should consider four key changes to mitigate the effects of any future large-scale disruptions.

Strategies for Managing Physician Mental Health Problems Caused by the Pandemic

The Joint Commission shares important considerations and guidance related to mental health problems among healthcare professionals caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.