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Social determinants of health and the hospitalist
February 7, 2020
If social factors contribute to rehospitalizations, how can hospitalists and their health systems minimize their impact?
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Cardiac arrest: Targeted temperature management a game changer
February 5, 2020
SNOWMASS, COLO. – “There are essentially no patients for whom temperature control somewhere in the range between 32 degrees C and 36 degrees C is contraindicated.”
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CDC begins coronavirus diagnostic test kit distribution; new case confirmed in Wisconsin
February 5, 2020
Today, the test kits will start shipping to over 100 U.S. public health labs.
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The 2019 novel coronavirus: Case review IDs clinical characteristics
February 5, 2020
A review of coronavirus pneumonia cases in Wuhan, China, suggests older men and those with comormid conditions are most likely to be affected by the 2019-nCoV.
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Novel coronavirus cases now at 11; entry ban and quarantine measures begin
February 3, 2020
“Strong measures now may blunt the impact of this virus on the United States,” said the CDC’s Dr. Nancy Messonnier.
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Don’t forget about the flu: 2019-2010 season is not over
February 3, 2020
Activity levels continue to rise after a 2-week drop at the beginning of the year.
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Initial ultrasound assessment of appendicitis curbs costs
February 2, 2020
Patients at low to medium risk for appendicitis can benefit from initial ultrasound to assess need for further action.
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Noninjectable modes of insulin delivery coming of age
February 2, 2020
Intranasally delivered insulin may also improve neurocognitive function.
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HHS declares coronavirus emergency, orders quarantine
January 31, 2020
The order “offers the greatest level of protection for the American public in preventing introduction and spread,” Dr. Cetron said.
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Developing guidance for patient movement requests
January 31, 2020
Hospitals should consider a framework for decision-making.
