Death rates have fallen by 18% for hospitalized COVID–19 patients as treatments improve
Death rates for hospitalized COVID-19 patients fell from 25.6% in March to 7.6% in August, according to a new study on three hospitals in New York. A study in the U.K. found similar results.
Nov. 3, 2020 • ~6 min
The pitfalls of hospitals seeking donations from their rich patients
A survey suggests that most Americans feel that discussions about charitable support may interfere with the relationship between doctors and their patients.
Nov. 2, 2020 • ~4 min
Drug-resistant hospital bacteria persist even after deep cleaning, genomic study reveals
Scientists have used genome sequencing to reveal the extent to which a drug-resistant gastrointestinal bacterium can spread within a hospital, highlighting the
Oct. 26, 2020 • ~7 min
In rural America, resentment over COVID-19 shutdowns is colliding with rising case numbers
Coronavirus cases have risen sharply across the Mountain West, Midwest and plains. Over 70% of nonmetropolitan counties are now "red zones," suggesting viral spread is out of control.
Oct. 26, 2020 • ~9 min
Anti-inflammatory drug improves survival in COVID-19 patients
Researchers have found that a targeted therapy with tocilizumab reduced mortality by 30 percent for critically ill COVID-19 patients when administered within the first two days of ICU admission.
Oct. 20, 2020 • ~8 min
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