July 29, 2020
CDC Updates Guidance on Isolation for COVID-19 Patients
Revised recommendations issued by The Centers for Disease Control say those who test positive for SARS-CoV-2 should isolate for at least 10 days after symptoms first appear.
July 20, 2020
FDA Issues Warning About Hand Sanitizer Products Contaminated with Methanol
FDA is cautioning healthcare providers about an increase in hand sanitizer products contaminated with methanol, a substance that can be toxic when absorbed through the skin or life-threatening when ingested.
July 8, 2020
Amid the Pandemic, Officials Aim to Reduce Seasonal Flu Rates with Increased Vaccine Production
In an effort to mitigate the dual impact of COVID-19 and the seasonal flu, vaccine manufacturers are increasing influenza vaccine production by 10 percent this year.
July 2, 2020
CDC Expands Criteria of Those at Higher Risk for COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says additional age-related factors and underlying medical conditions increase an individual’s risk of severe COVID-19.
June 23, 2020
New Risk Prediction Model Can Help Inform Clinical Care Decisions Related to COVID-19
A new risk prediction calculator, called the nomogram, can help physicians forecast a patient’s risk of testing positive for COVID-19, as well as the severity of the disease.
June 17, 2020
NYSDOH Updates Requirement for COVID-19 Testing Prior to an Elective Surgery
Amended guidance issued by the New York State Department of Health directs hospitals and healthcare facilities to test patients for COVID-19 five days prior to an elective surgery.
June 15, 2020
Risk Management Tip: Follow-up of Missed or Cancelled Appointments
A well-defined process for following up on missed or cancelled appointment will help ensure continuity of care and enhance patient safety. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
June 8, 2020
“Expression of Concern” Issued About Data Cited in Two Major COVID-19 Studies
Recent statements issued by the New England Journal of Medicine and the Lancet share significant concern related to the credibility of two major studies evaluating the safety and efficacy of hydroxychloroquine to prevent and treat COVID-19.
June 1, 2020
Risk Management Tip: Management of Medical Equipment for Patient Care
Many procedures are performed in the office setting using physician-owned or leased medical equipment. Failure or malfunction of this equipment may lead to patient, staff or provider injury. Review this Risk Management Tip from MLMIC to reinforce related policies and protocols within your practice or facility.
May 28, 2020
Healthcare Providers Are Reminded to Use Caution When Prescribing Antibiotics During the Pandemic
A news report issued by the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy shares concern related to extensive use of antibiotics to treat COVID-19, a practice that may be accelerating antibiotic resistance.