As the United States braces itself for a likely 'second wave' of COVID-19 this fall, many experts are anticipating a spike in cases -- but some say that may not translate into an equally dramatic spike in deaths.
In addition to the use of new drugs, doctors also have learned practical tips that can help patients survive. A tactic called"proning" -- simply flipping a patient on their stomach -- lets oxygen run more effectively through the body.
"With wider availability of PPE and acceptance of the new normal, we now have supplies to protect people," said Bhatt."The work by health care deliveries and health systems is key, with strategies and protocols put in place for our health and safety. These behaviors, in turn, help drive down the numbers of deaths."Ryan Schmutz looks from his dorm at Utah State University Wednesday, Sept.
"Outdoors there is lower risk for transmission from the greater air movement. The odds of getting sick are lower when you are outside compared to confined spaces like elevators and living in close proximity," said Dr. Simone Wildes, an infectious disease physician at South Shore Health in Massachusetts."Being in crowded spaces, you are much more likely to spread the virus."
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