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New Trials for COVID-19 Vaccine
New Trials for a COVID-19 Vaccine are starting. In Seattle, Washington; the Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute or ((KPWHRI) just entered phase one in its progress to devise a vaccine.
This study evaluates 45 healthy adults who are …
Flattening the Curve in 1918: The Spanish Flu
As the COVID-19 pandemic flares across the globe, scientists and historians assess the mitigation measures implemented to fight the Spanish Flu of 1918 that killed between 50 to 100 million people. The concern is if action is not taken, COVID-19 …
FDA policy changes regarding COVID-19
The FDA has laid out some new, temporary policy changes to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These updated policies are part of their “good guidance practices.” These policies are especially important to implement quickly, as COVID-19 is spreading quickly. …
COVID-19 challenges U.S. hospitals
COVID-19 is a deadly disease, and it is testing the capacity of the U.S. healthcare system. Cases of COVID-19 have ramped up recently, forcing school and entertainment closures. But, how can your organization be more prepared?
Thus, as it …
COVID-19 and Dental Care
As COVID-19 cases surpass 33,000 in the United States, health organizations across the country are encouraging facilities to take drastic precautions to mitigate the spread of the virus. On Monday March 16, 2020; the American Dental Association (ADA) issued …
Cybersecurity – why its important
Cybersecurity threats and breaches cost businesses an estimated $3.5 billion last year. This is important to know because health organizations and hospitals are at an even higher risk. Email is one of the easiest ways hackers can gain entry …
HIPAA compliance and coronavirus
HIPAA compliance and patient records go hand in hand. The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a press release about the importance of patient confidentiality. This is due to the fact that 2019-nCoV has broken out in …
Infection control plans & their importance
Infection control plans are important, especially now. Having an effective plan in the event of an emergency is of paramount importance.
Officials detained a cruise ship after fear the 2019-nCoV Coronavirus had spread. Thus, the escalation of the disease …
