When emergencies occur, coordination is necessary.
Within the framework of the Global Humanitarian Response Plan, the Health Cluster, led by WHO, protects the most vulnerable from the #COVID19 pandemic & guides the response.
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Are you prepping to be a #futuredoc? Give these #MCAT practice questions a try and test your exam readiness. http://spr.ly/6010GxTYi
Our #COVID19 resource center keeps you informed and up to date with coronavirus news. It includes updates from @CDCgov and @JAMA_current as well as our advocacy initiatives to help flatten the curve and keep our physicians and their patients safe. http://spr.ly/6016GxTYK
Three #WomenInMedicine share their stories on how they worked towards and secured powerful roles in health care, offering advice for other women looking to take on leadership roles. http://spr.ly/6018GxTcs #WIMMonth
In case you missed it, watch our most recent Prioritizing Equity panel on #COVID19's potential impact on the traditional voting process, precautions for in-person voting & the importance of the voting for marginalized communities. http://spr.ly/6011GxTcb
Telemedicine has allowed docs to care for patients while supporting physical distancing and reducing the spread of #COVID19. We support a Senate bill removing #telehealth restrictions, enabling patients to receive care from their own homes. http://spr.ly/6015GxTiS
Informed consent to medical treatment is fundamental in both ethics and law. We're calling on @DHSgov and OIG to thoroughly investigate complaints about detained immigrants’ improper health care, including allegations of inadequate informed consent. http://spr.ly/6016GxmY2
Are you prepping to be a #futuredoc? Give these #MCAT practice questions a try and test your exam readiness. http://spr.ly/6012GxTYw
Essential workers may be at a higher risk of being exposed to #flu and #COVID19. Protect yourself and your community from flu by getting a #fluvaccine. The more people vaccinated; the more people protected. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3aicrRn
Our #COVID19 resource center keeps you informed and up to date with coronavirus news. It includes updates from @CDCgov and @JAMA_current as well as our advocacy initiatives to help flatten the curve and keep our physicians and their patients safe. http://spr.ly/6014GxTYy
The teens on @MTV's @16andRecovering are working hard to stop using drugs. This video from #NIH @NIDAnews explains why drugs are difficult to quit:
https://teens.drugabuse.gov/blog/post/why-are-drugs-so-hard-quit #16andRecovering #RecoveryMonth
Sun protection isn’t just for the summer! Don’t forget sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher before you head out this weekend. Wear it year-round and for every outdoor activity you do: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/basic_info/sun-safety.htm
Three #WomenInMedicine share their stories on how they worked towards and secured powerful roles in health care, offering advice for other women looking to take on leadership roles. http://spr.ly/6011GxTcl #WIMMonth
"Do sounds that don’t bother anyone else make you want to tear your hair out? Hypersensitive hearing is a fairly common mood symptom with bipolar."
When Noise Annoys: Coping with Hypersensitive Hearing: [https://bit.ly/3cwsJr1] via @bpHopeMag
Our tagline for Goalkeepers is “progress is possible but not inevitable”— and we stand by it.
In order to progress and ultimately end this pandemic, all countries must work together. https://gates.ly/343h13u
#WearAMask to help slow the spread of #COVID19. When removing your mask, handle only the ear loops or ties, and fold the outside corners together. Be careful not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth, and wash your hands after removing.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/30QOzQF.
Get best practices and emerging science across practice-changing topics in care with the Clinical Spotlight Series! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3kyyY13 #ACCEd
In case you missed it, watch our most recent Prioritizing Equity panel on #COVID19's potential impact on the traditional voting process, precautions for in-person voting & the importance of the voting for marginalized communities. http://spr.ly/6014GxTcp
Telemedicine has allowed docs to care for patients while supporting physical distancing and reducing the spread of #COVID19. We support a Senate bill removing #telehealth restrictions, enabling patients to receive care from their own homes. http://spr.ly/6015GxTi9
Will every vaccine trial volunteer receive a COVID-19 vaccine candidate? Find answers to this and other frequently asked questions about COVID-19 clinical trials: https://www.coronaviruspreventionnetwork.org/clinical-studies-faq/ #NIH
Even in these challenging times, there are many reasons to remain optimistic. Meet the extraordinary individuals who are rebuilding their communities with hope. https://gates.ly/3mU1ETA
Informed consent to medical treatment is fundamental in both ethics and law. We're calling on @DHSgov and OIG to thoroughly investigate complaints about detained immigrants’ improper health care, including allegations of inadequate informed consent. http://spr.ly/6018GxmYQ
This is what works against #COVID19:
1⃣ Preventing amplifying events
2⃣ Protecting the vulnerable
3⃣ Educating & empowering communities to protect themselves & others
4⃣ Finding, isolating, testing & caring for cases, & tracing & quarantining their contacts
-@DrTedros
Wearing a face covering and staying six feet apart doesn’t just protect you, it protects those around you. Learn more about doing your part during #COVID19: https://bit.ly/3kQizEu #COVIDStopsWithMe
"Decades of systemic racism & the structures developed under it continue to limit the ability of Americans to benefit equally from cancer advances..." View the full cancer disparities report by @AACR via @axios here: http://bit.ly/axios-report-cancer-deathrates
If you‘re sick with #COVID19 & your pet becomes sick, don’t take your pet to the veterinary clinic yourself. Call your veterinarian & let them know you have been sick with COVID-19. https://bit.ly/2D5fJLg
NEW from @WorldBank: COVID-19 threatens to wipe out a decade of gains in health and education, especially in the poorest countries.
Investments in health, education, and social protection are vital to recovery. https://bit.ly/3cxXAnb
Are you prepping to be a #futuredoc? Give these #MCAT practice questions a try and test your exam readiness. http://spr.ly/6016Gafag
Pap test, HPV test, or both? Talk to your doctor about which cervical cancer screening is best for you: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/basic_info/screening.htm #gyncsm #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth
Our #COVID19 resource center keeps you informed and up to date with coronavirus news. It includes updates from @CDCgov and @JAMA_current as well as our advocacy initiatives to help flatten the curve and keep our physicians and their patients safe. http://spr.ly/6012Gaf2w
Dr. Rachel Lampert from @YaleCardiology suggests that when caring for atrial fibrillation patients during #COVID19, remote monitoring through medically and commercially available monitors can be helpful. Get more advice in a quick tips video here: https://bit.ly/32SkAKd #AFib
If you have a child with special healthcare needs, you and your family can prepare ahead of an emergency event by developing a written emergency care plan and practicing that plan. Get started with our emergency kit checklists: https://bit.ly/2GYkQP2. #PrepYourHealth
Check out the AUA Summer School Webcast:
Trimodality Therapy for Management of Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer https://bit.ly/3cHvENX
Three #WomenInMedicine share their stories on how they worked towards and secured powerful roles in health care, offering advice for other women looking to take on leadership roles. http://spr.ly/6019GaYHU #WIMMonth
The latest issue of #CardiologyMag is out! Read our cover story, "The Power in Community: Global crisis underscores strength, resilience and courage of the ACC Family" here: https://bit.ly/2FH1rCz
In case you missed it, watch our most recent Prioritizing Equity panel on #COVID19's potential impact on the traditional voting process, precautions for in-person voting & the importance of the voting for marginalized communities. http://spr.ly/6015Gafsx
Many immigrant students are returning to school with increased mental stress and significantly limited support resources. @the_mhcoalition collected stories from immigrant students about how they have been coping. Check out their stories: https://bit.ly/2FOK9TO
Check out our newest courses and top picks to assist you in your day-to-day activities.
AAPL New Courses in 2020: https://hubs.ly/H0w_z060
#PhysicianLeaders #Physicians #CME
This flu season it’s even more important than ever to protect yourself and your family with an annual flu vaccine. @CDCgov recommends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone ages 6 months and older with rare exception. #FluFighter
Getting ready for flu season is even more important during the #COVID19 pandemic. Be a #FluFighter and get your flu vaccine. I got mine today.
"Making sure vaccines reach everyone who needs them is not just an argument for fairness, it’s fundamental to stopping COVID-19 in its tracks." - @msuzman https://bit.ly/36dqesz
Telemedicine has allowed docs to care for patients while supporting physical distancing and reducing the spread of #COVID19. We support a Senate bill removing #telehealth restrictions, enabling patients to receive care from their own homes. http://spr.ly/6010GxRg6
Today marks 47 years since the signing of the #RehabilitationAct into law. Learn how this landmark legislation protects the rights of those with disabilities in the workplace and in federal programs: https://bit.ly/363oAK9.
"#IWasBilled $10,092.13 after a heart procedure" is the story Matthew shares in this @KHNews article about his experience following a viral cardiomyopathy diagnosis. Patients should not be receiving surprise medical bills. Congress: it's time to act. http://spr.ly/6019GxsDd
Informed consent to medical treatment is fundamental in both ethics and law. We're calling on @DHSgov and OIG to thoroughly investigate complaints about detained immigrants’ improper health care, including allegations of inadequate informed consent. http://spr.ly/6010GxmYj
Minimal Survival Differences Among RT Modalities for Intermediate-Risk PCa https://bit.ly/3kQehNM
We, along with other health orgs, encourage congressional leaders to veto a law that changes Medicare's definition of "physician", to include clinical psychologists, allowing patient diagnosis, prescribing meds, and supervising staff. http://spr.ly/6010GxiWj #StopScopeCreep
“Suggesting that asymptomatic people don’t need testing is just a prescription for community spread and further disease and death." @subailey emphasizes the need to lead with science when it comes to testing for #COVID19. http://spr.ly/6016GxiWO (via @nytimes)
To all the #WomenInMedicine on the front lines of the #COVID19 pandemic, we salute you. @kevinmd spotlights how women docs show up for their patients, their families and each other during what is likely the hardest time of their medical career. http://spr.ly/6012Gximg #WIMMonth
#OurAMA's @ChristineSinsky addresses the importance of addressing physician #burnout caused by #COVID19 and the necessity of taking care of the ones who care for us. http://spr.ly/6010Gxil0 (via @VanityFair)
Greater Subcutaneous Fat Improves mCRPC Treatment Response https://bit.ly/2EyisOF