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The intent is to provide financial and professional support to physicians, faculty, dentists, nurses and students as they pursue health careers.

The main issues are related to supply chain and the anticipated increase in ICU needs during the pandemic.

Proper prevention, treatment and management can help to mitigate the trauma and stress of being on the front lines.

Hospitals lost 27,000 jobs in May, showing they have yet to recover financially.

As many as 13% predict closure within the next month, and 20% have already had temporary closures, the survey found.

Anecdotal evidence suggests the psychological toll of being on the front lines may lead to an uptick in mental health disorders.

The COVID-19 pandemic has deeply affected us all. To honor those who have been lost and those who are working so hard to keep us well, HIMSS and its media brands will observe a digital day of silence and appreciation on May 18.

UnitedHealth Group will maintain control over the protected health data and will manage opt-in and consent requirements.

Though mental health professionals say they're mostly pleased with the rapid shift to phone or video services, most plan to return to in-person care once the dangers from COVID-19 have subsided.

In addition to an expanded ED, the hospital knew it had to improve interstaff communications to bolster patient care.