September 24, 2020

How to Recognize and Support Someone Who Feels Hopeless

Is someone you care about just down, or is it more serious? Jefferson mental health experts share warning signs of suicide that shouldn’t be missed, and how to reach out with a listening ear.

September 22, 2020

COVID-19 Long Haulers: Surviving May Not Mean Thriving

Specialists in rehabilitation medicine, pulmonology, neuroscience and cardiology share early observations about post-COVID challenges patients may face.

September 15, 2020

Are Health Systems Prepared to Handle a COVID-19 and Flu Surge?

A global pandemic has raised public awareness about virus transmission and the importance of handwashing, mask-wearing and social distancing and avoiding crowds. Surge and scenario planning are key to health system readiness.

September 3, 2020

Surgical Milestone: Philadelphia’s First Endovascular Arteriovenous
Fistula Creation

For someone experiencing kidney failure, dialysis is a lifesaver. Until very recently, open surgery was the only method available for creating the preferred dialysis access, an arteriovenous fistula.

September 1, 2020

The Challenges of Communicating With a Mask While Hearing-Impaired

For the almost 48 million Americans who suffer from mild to severe hearing loss, communicating with others wearing masks presents new challenges.

August 18, 2020

A Realistic Expectation for a COVID-19 Vaccine Debut & Distribution

Dr. John Zurlo, chief of infectious disease at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, weighs in with the latest developments on the COVID-19 vaccine.

August 13, 2020

Summer Colds vs. Coronavirus: Here’s What You Should Know

Respiratory viruses may closely resemble COVID-19 with similar symptoms. Here are the key differences.

July 21, 2020

An Oncologist Reflects on Patient and Self Care During COVID-19

Although Dr. Ana Maria Lopez has been a medical oncologist for more than 20 years, she observes that the challenges of caring for patients during this pandemic are unique.

July 15, 2020

Surgical Milestone: Philadelphia’s First Micra AV Pacemaker Implanted

The newly FDA-approved pacemaker is the world’s smallest pacemaker with atrioventricular (AV) synchrony, specifically designed for patients with AV block.

July 9, 2020

A Guide on Going Back – Or Not – in the “Green Phase” of Coronavirus Reopening

As salons, yoga studios, gyms, restaurants and workspaces prepare to open in Pennsylvania’s “green phase” of coronavirus reopening, here’s what you need to consider to stay safe.

June 10, 2020

How to Approach Conversations About Social Distancing and Masking

From perceived risk to caution fatigue, Jefferson experts share insights into why there are differences in how people approach measures intended to prevent spread of the coronavirus.