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Re-Open DC Advisory Group Issues Recommendations on Path Forward for DistrictMay 21, 2020
The Mayor's Re-Open DC Advisory Group issued its report on how to safely resume life in the District, including permanent telehealth expansion.
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DC Insurers File Proposed Rates for 2021 Health PlansMay 21, 2020
DISB announced Wednesday that the four major payers have filed proposed rates for DC Health Link plans for 2021.
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MSDC Asks Council to Support Physicians in Underserved AreasMay 14, 2020
MSDC sent a letter to the Council today asking them to protect independent physicians serving in areas of need.
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Mayor Extends Stay At Home Order Through June 8May 14, 2020
The Mayor extended the District's stay at home order until June 8 and required wearing a face covering in public places.
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Cancer Screenings and Routine Care Drop During Public Health EmergencyMay 12, 2020
Statistics confirm what many already know: routine medical care is being delayed all over in response to COVID-19
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CDC: Childhood Vaccinations Plunge During COVID-19May 11, 2020
The U.S. is facing the possibility of a measles outbreak this summer due to vaccines being missed, according to the CDC
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FDA Approves First COVID-19 Saliva TestMay 11, 2020
The FDA has approved a saliva-based test for COVID-19, which could soon expand non-invasive testing options for COVID-19.
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COVID-19 Task Force Calls for Protecting Most Vulnerable District ResidentsMay 8, 2020
The MSDC COVID-19 Task Force considered vulnerable population issues, among others, at its third meeting.
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Studies Suggest Children Do Spread COVID-19 With Few Symptoms
May 7, 2020
Two new studies suggest children, even asymptomatic ones, can easily spread COVID-19 among populations.
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New Study Suggests Dominant Coronavirus Strain More Contagious Than COVID-19 Original
May 6, 2020
A new study suggests a mutated strain of the novel coronavirus is spreading worldwide, complicating efforts at developing a vaccine.
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