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New Study Suggests Dominant Coronavirus Strain More Contagious Than COVID-19 OriginalMay 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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Howard University Opens Free COVID-19 Testing at Benning RoadMay 6, 2020
Howard University is offering a new COVID testing and treatment option for residents in Wards 7 and 8.
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Bowser Administration Announces New Howard, St. E Hospitals
April 30, 2020
Today the Mayor will announce two news hospital deals that will help address some health disparities in the District.
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MSDC, Local Health Associations Push Council on Liability ProtectionsApril 29, 2020
MSDC joined DC healthcare associations in urging the Council to pass additional liability protections for healthcare workers.
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DISB Guidance Offers Relief to Insurance PolicyholdersApril 27, 2020
On Monday, DISB issued an emergency order to provide support to District insurance policyholders during the public health emergency.
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COVID-19 Task Force Tackles Testing, Health Disparities, and Physician ProtectionApril 24, 2020
In its second meeting, the MSDC COVID-19 Task Force issued recommendations on "re-opening" the District, COVID-19 testing, and PPE.
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Congress Passes COVID 3.5 Bill and Pivots to CARES Act Part 4April 24, 2020
The latest federal stimulus bill contains more funding for public health including new funds for testing.
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MSDC and DC Physician Associations Urge Council to Limit Liability Exposure
April 20, 2020
MSDC and leading DC associations sent a letter to the Council urging them to pass needed clarification on legal liability during the public health emergency.
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MSDC COVID-19 Task Force Convenes To Tackle Tough ConversationsApril 17, 2020
The MSDC COVID-19 Task Force had its first meeting Thursday and made recommendations on PPE, testing for physicians, and licensing.
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CareFirst Announces Accelerated Payments for ProvidersApril 11, 2020
CareFirst has created an advanced payment request form for certain physician practices to help them remain viable during COVID-19.
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