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Saria Saccocio, MD, Ambulatory Chief Medical Officer for Prisma Health, discussed the importance of continued research on controversial issues like mask efficacy, adequate social distance, and the use of hydroxychloroquine.
From Focus on the Upstate on 1063WORD.com
Saria Saccocio, MD, Ambulatory Chief Medical Officer at Prisma Health, talks about the still-growing popularity of telemedicine, how plasma donations can help patients with COVID-19, proper return to work testing guidelines, and restarting schools. The host also relates his experience making a convalescent blood donation after testing positive for COVID-19.
From Focus on the Upstate on 1063WORD.com
Karen Lommel, MD, Behavioral Health Chief Medical Officer and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Prisma Health, assesses the behavior of people in complying with prevention recommendations, the rise in suicide and drug abuse, and the importance of telemedicine in addressing mental health as well as physical health.
From Focus on the Upstate on 1063WORD.com
Saria Saccocio, MD, Ambulatory Chief Medical Officer at Prisma Health, discusses the spikes in confirmed cases and deaths, urging people to redouble their prevention techniques like masking and social distancing. The podcast host also shares his experience of having COVID-19.
From Focus on the Upstate on 1063WORD.com
Prisma Health infectious disease specialist Edwin Hayes, MD, addresses some common questions, such as what to do if you’ve been exposed to COVID-19 and how to protect your family. He also discusses the alarming increase in younger patients, some long-term health implications of the virus, and the need for plasma donation.
Saria Saccocio, MD, Ambulatory Chief Medical Officer at Prisma Health, discusses the Prisma Health services that are opening back up: telehealth visits, drive-thru COVID-19 testing, dedicated facilities for child wellness, and more.
From Focus on the Upstate on 1063WORD.com
