Majority of Physicians Report Serious Concerns About COVID-19
National survey shows concerns regarding adequacy of supplies and COVID-19 testing
Unemployed Workers Less Likely to Be Uninsured Post-ACA
Following implementation of ACA, insurance rates decreased more in states with Medicaid expansion
March 2020 Briefing – Anesthesiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Anesthesiology for March 2020. This roundup includes the latest...
Doctors, Hospitals, Pharmacies Warned Not to Stockpile Meds
Professional societies issue stern warning not to inappropriately prescribe meds for COVID-19
Statement Issued on Use of Anesthesia Machines as Ventilators
FDA issues Emergency Use Authorization allowing for emergency use of certain anesthesia ventilators
ASA Warns Against Multiple Patients Per Ventilator
Sharing mechanical ventilators should not be attempted, could put patients at increased risk
Concomitant Myocardial Injury With COVID-19 Infection Linked to Fatal Outcome
Elevated TnT levels associated with arrhythmias, use of glucocorticoid therapy, mechanical ventilation
U.S. Army Opens Field Hospital in New York City
Field hospital in Manhattan meant to handle non-COVID-19 patients to free up space in city hospitals
Workers at Risk for COVID-19 Exposure Can Access Online Training
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences launched virtual training website to protect workers
Guidance Issued for Perioperative Management of COVID-19 Patients
Dedicated OR equipped with negative pressure system, dedicated anesthesia machine required
