Jeff Lagasse
Lessons learned from previous pandemics should have been implemented at the onset of the virus' spread, report says.
If all U.S. counties had high health-literacy levels, there would be $25.4 billion in Medicare savings annually.
The youngest generations, including Gen Z and millennial patients, are feeling the biggest impact.
The hospital tried for months to secure more than $10 million in funding for critical frailty improvements, but ultimately fell short.
Turnaround times and testing capacity have greatly improved, and pharmacists will play a role in vaccine education.
President Trump received remdesivir, as well as other drugs, after being diagnosed with COVID-19.
The relief resources are meant to assist providers regardless of whether they accept Medicare or Medicaid payments.
Heritage Health Adult will create a two-tiered Medicaid system, with enhanced benefits for those who meet requirements.
The drop in admissions suggests revenue losses that may be difficult for some hospitals to weather.
Failure to achieve herd immunity could place additional stress on a healthcare system that’s already struggling due to the coronavirus.