For most people, ending the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic right now would be a huge win. The physical, emotional and financial challenges of shutdowns and collapsing economies make “crushing the curve” hugely attractive. But one Hawaiian researcher says controlling the curve would be better, at least for Hawaii.
Tag: COVID-19
The Next Global Health Crisis?
Many American states, along with countries around the world, chose to shut down their economies and ask their citizens to stay at home to fight COVID-19. This social distancing and isolation may have led to the “perfect storm” of conditions to create another, longer-lasting health crisis.
A Prediction Model For COVID-19 Coronavirus Symptom Severity
Do you know what a nomogram is? They might just help your doctor predict how severe your COVID-19 coronavirus symptoms might become and whether you will end up hospitalized. Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic have believe they’ve come up with a game-changer in treating the virus.
Healthcare Workers At Mental Health Risk During COVID-19 Pandemic
Depression, anxiety and other mental health issues have been on the rise during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Now a new study highlights the risks and challenges to mental health faced by doctors, nurses and healthcare workers during this challenging time.
Can You Get COVID-19 Coronavirus From Surfaces?
If you’re like a lot of people, you’ve been doing sanitation gymnastics for months in an effort to prevent infection from the COVID-19 virus. Studies said it could live on countertops, door knobs and other surfaces for weeks and only bleach and disinfectant could save us. But is that true?
Doctors Say COVID-19 Coronavirus Transmission From Kids Is Rare
One argument in America right now is whether kids can go back to school in the fall. Many teachers, their unions and some in government say it can’t be done safely due to COVID-19 coronavirus. Many parents and others in government say in-person learning should resume.
Stress In Older Adults During COVID-19 Coronavirus Lockdowns
Social distancing and government-imposed lockdowns may help mitigate the spread and death rate from COVID-19 coronavirus. However, these same measures may be adding stress to the lives of a vulnerable population, older Americans. Many are finding new tools (some good, some not so good) to manage that stress.
An All-of-the-Above Approach May Have Mitigated The COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 coronavirus seemed to spread across the globe at breakneck pace. Over 600,000 people have died from the virus. Was there a way to slow the spread, reduced infections and saved lives? A new study says yes, but only with a comprehensive approach to the problem.
Common Factor Among Severe COVID-19 Patients Identified
Among COVID-19 coronavirus patients who are not asymptomatic, symptoms can range from slight fatigue to Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS.) Among those with severe symptoms, is there a common hallmark? Can knowing that factor help doctors predict who will suffer severe symptoms? A new study hopes to answer those questions.
Doctors Share COVID-19 Effects Outside The Lung
Despite a substantial body of evidence regarding the non-respiratory impact of COVID-19 on some patients, it’s still considered a respiratory disease. Doctors from Columbia University Irving Medical Center are sharing information that sheds light on the effects of the virus on the body’s other organs and systems.