Spiking U.S. coronavirus cases could force rationing decisions similar to those made in Italy, China Penn In the News The Washington Post Spiking U.S. coronavirus cases could force rationing decisions similar to those made in Italy, China George Anesi of the Perelman School of Medicine spoke about the difficult decisions doctors face in a pandemic. “In a public health emergency, you shift from a focus on individual patients to how society as a whole benefits and that’s a big change from usual care,” he said. Arc of Trump’s coronavirus comments defies reality on ground Penn In the News Associated Press Arc of Trump’s coronavirus comments defies reality on ground Kathleen Hall Jamieson of the Annenberg Public Policy Center weighed in on President Trump’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. “The trustworthiness of a president in a time of national crisis is his most important asset,” she said. “And when he says things that are proven to be untrue, or problematic from a public health standpoint, that erodes his credibility and the capacity of the country to prepare adequately.” A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty As the pandemic continues to change, Martin Seligman, director of Penn’s Positive Psychology Center, offers a quick and straightforward way to refocus the mind. Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 nocred Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 Starting March 25, the new course will address in real time how global business and financial uncertainty can be managed in the wake of such dramatic events. Mapping the social network of coronavirus Penn In the News The New York Times Mapping the social network of coronavirus PIK Professor Duncan Watts spoke about the limits of predictive modeling in confronting the spread of disease. “It may seem like a small thing at the time, but after the fact you say, ‘Oh yeah, that was hugely important,’” he said of the unexpected factors. Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Penn In the News Men’s Health Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Vivek Ahya of the Perelman School of Medicine explained various types of coughs. “A dry cough is one that does not result in production of mucus or phlegm,” he said. “This is in contrast to a productive cough which results in mucus production. Both types can be the result of infections.” Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Penn In the News Science Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Shelley Rankin of the School of Veterinary Medicine addressed the risk of COVID-19 infection in pets. While the virus could theoretically attach to receptors in the cells of cats and dogs, it’s unlikely, she said. “Still, people infected with SARS-CoV-19 should limit contact with their pets. Wash your hands, and don’t let them lick you on the face.” This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
Arc of Trump’s coronavirus comments defies reality on ground Penn In the News Associated Press Arc of Trump’s coronavirus comments defies reality on ground Kathleen Hall Jamieson of the Annenberg Public Policy Center weighed in on President Trump’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. “The trustworthiness of a president in a time of national crisis is his most important asset,” she said. “And when he says things that are proven to be untrue, or problematic from a public health standpoint, that erodes his credibility and the capacity of the country to prepare adequately.” A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty As the pandemic continues to change, Martin Seligman, director of Penn’s Positive Psychology Center, offers a quick and straightforward way to refocus the mind. Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 nocred Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 Starting March 25, the new course will address in real time how global business and financial uncertainty can be managed in the wake of such dramatic events. Mapping the social network of coronavirus Penn In the News The New York Times Mapping the social network of coronavirus PIK Professor Duncan Watts spoke about the limits of predictive modeling in confronting the spread of disease. “It may seem like a small thing at the time, but after the fact you say, ‘Oh yeah, that was hugely important,’” he said of the unexpected factors. Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Penn In the News Men’s Health Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Vivek Ahya of the Perelman School of Medicine explained various types of coughs. “A dry cough is one that does not result in production of mucus or phlegm,” he said. “This is in contrast to a productive cough which results in mucus production. Both types can be the result of infections.” Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Penn In the News Science Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Shelley Rankin of the School of Veterinary Medicine addressed the risk of COVID-19 infection in pets. While the virus could theoretically attach to receptors in the cells of cats and dogs, it’s unlikely, she said. “Still, people infected with SARS-CoV-19 should limit contact with their pets. Wash your hands, and don’t let them lick you on the face.” This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty A simple exercise to help stay calm in the face of coronavirus uncertainty As the pandemic continues to change, Martin Seligman, director of Penn’s Positive Psychology Center, offers a quick and straightforward way to refocus the mind.
Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 nocred Wharton School launches a remote course on the impact and implications of COVID-19 Starting March 25, the new course will address in real time how global business and financial uncertainty can be managed in the wake of such dramatic events.
Mapping the social network of coronavirus Penn In the News The New York Times Mapping the social network of coronavirus PIK Professor Duncan Watts spoke about the limits of predictive modeling in confronting the spread of disease. “It may seem like a small thing at the time, but after the fact you say, ‘Oh yeah, that was hugely important,’” he said of the unexpected factors. Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Penn In the News Men’s Health Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Vivek Ahya of the Perelman School of Medicine explained various types of coughs. “A dry cough is one that does not result in production of mucus or phlegm,” he said. “This is in contrast to a productive cough which results in mucus production. Both types can be the result of infections.” Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Penn In the News Science Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Shelley Rankin of the School of Veterinary Medicine addressed the risk of COVID-19 infection in pets. While the virus could theoretically attach to receptors in the cells of cats and dogs, it’s unlikely, she said. “Still, people infected with SARS-CoV-19 should limit contact with their pets. Wash your hands, and don’t let them lick you on the face.” This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Penn In the News Men’s Health Here’s exactly what medical experts mean by a ‘dry’ cough Vivek Ahya of the Perelman School of Medicine explained various types of coughs. “A dry cough is one that does not result in production of mucus or phlegm,” he said. “This is in contrast to a productive cough which results in mucus production. Both types can be the result of infections.” Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Penn In the News Science Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Shelley Rankin of the School of Veterinary Medicine addressed the risk of COVID-19 infection in pets. While the virus could theoretically attach to receptors in the cells of cats and dogs, it’s unlikely, she said. “Still, people infected with SARS-CoV-19 should limit contact with their pets. Wash your hands, and don’t let them lick you on the face.” This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Penn In the News Science Quarantine the cat? Disinfect the dog? The latest advice about the coronavirus and your pets Shelley Rankin of the School of Veterinary Medicine addressed the risk of COVID-19 infection in pets. While the virus could theoretically attach to receptors in the cells of cats and dogs, it’s unlikely, she said. “Still, people infected with SARS-CoV-19 should limit contact with their pets. Wash your hands, and don’t let them lick you on the face.” This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
This is my body, prepackaged for you Penn In the News Christian Science Monitor This is my body, prepackaged for you Amy Behrman of the Perelman School of Medicine said it’s wise for churches to consider how best to offer communion during a pandemic. “I certainly think that communal meals and communion in particular is an opportunity for us to avoid potentially infecting each other by sharing objects, much less sharing food or drink directly,” she said. How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic. Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said. Load More
How emotional contagion exacts a toll How emotional contagion exacts a toll From “Purell panic” to sold-out face masks, Wharton’s Sigal Barsade discusses how widespread panic is an emotional contagion amidst the coronavirus epidemic.
Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread Kirstin Manges of the Perelman School of Medicine said nursing homes are usually selected for their physical environments and staff friendliness. “However, there is very little out there to allow patients or caregivers to identify how well prepared a nursing home is for a disaster or an outbreak, whether it be the flu or a pandemic,” she said.