Connected Health Initiative asks Senate to pass Telehealth Modernization Act

The Connected Health Initiative on Monday published an open letter to Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn., expressing support for the Telehealth Modernization Act and stressing the urgency of safeguarding access to virtual care before the public health emergency is set to expire. The initiative, a coalition of industry stakeholders including providers, payers and vendors, applauded efforts… Read More: Connected Health Initiative asks Senate to pass Telehealth Modernization Act »

Are Those With Sickle Cell Trait More at Risk of COVID-19?

People with sickle cell disease are at greater risk for severe illness from COVID-19, but what about the nearly 3 million Americans who have the sickle cell trait and don’t even know it? A new study underway at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta looks to determine whether these individuals are also at risk, reports STAT.… Read More: Are Those With Sickle Cell Trait More at Risk of… »