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A child wearing a mask sits behind a window, holding a stuffed bear also wearing a mask, surrounded by potted plants, reflecting the cautious spirit of wave 2.

80% of Sermo doctors have been hit by wave 2 of COVID-19

A second wave of the coronavirus is raging across Europe, and multiple countries have implemented new rules and social distancing guidelines in an attempt to stop the spread—and in the hopes of avoiding a full…

A person of color wearing a face mask and a gray suit sits on a bus, gazing ahead.

Doctors concerned people of color are most affected by COVID

A new tally of 300,000 deaths in the US caused by the coronavirus between January 26 to October 3, includes not only the deaths directly attributed to Covid-19—but also about 100,000 additional fatalities that are indirectly related, according to a report released by the CDC.

A healthcare worker, likely one of the dedicated physicians, wearing a surgical mask, hair cap, and scrubs peers through a window with blinds, embodying resilience amid COVID stress.

Physicians report COVID stress improvement

2020 has been fraught with illness, anxiety, fear and stress. Physicians bear the weight of their patients’ mental health along with their own. Even in regions that have been successful at controlling the pandemic, many…

In a lab, scientists in protective gear conduct experiments, with a focus on a microscope in the foreground, as they explore COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness.

74% of Sermo physicians say a COVID-19 vaccine may not work

This week, two high-profile clinical trials—Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine testing and Eli Lilly’s Covid-19 drug—were paused due to safety concerns. Only one month earlier, AstraZeneca’s vaccine trial was paused after two volunteers became ill.…

A white lab coat, often seen in a doctor-led primary care setting, hangs on a hanger against a white wall, with a teal scrub shirt underneath.

Sermo physicians report shift from doctor-led primary care

The traditional experience of the solo doctor providing individualized care to patients is shifting. A recent article by the Wall Street Journal projects that “in the future, patients will be more likely to see a…

A high-achieving man in a denim shirt sits at a table, focused intently on a laptop screen, his hand resting thoughtfully against his chin. In the background, a plant and an orange stereo add color to the room.

Depression in high-achieving black men is an urgent matter

Studies have shown that higher levels of education and higher incomes are linked to lower risks of depression and discrimination. This is true for white people and black women. But, according to a recent article…

A person dons a gray mask with an "I voted" sticker, reminiscent of the 2020 election fervor that sparked heated Sermo discussions among physicians nationwide.

Sermo discussions – physicians discuss 2020 election

The highly contentious 2020 U.S. presidential election is about a month away—and key topics in health care have skyrocketed to the forefront of the debate. According to an article in The Lancet, “the 2020 US…

A person in a patterned suit, symbolizing triumph over racial disparities, proudly holds an award trophy. They stand against a backdrop featuring "50" and a figure with a mask, reflecting the perseverance of doctors dedicated to health equity.

Doctors say racial disparities in health must be addressed

On August 28, Black Panther movie star Chadwick Boseman died after a four-year battle with colon cancer. He was only 43-years-old. According to a recent report by the American Cancer Society (ACS), colon and rectal…

A healthcare worker carefully administers a flu vaccine to a person's arm. Both individuals are wearing protective gloves, with the patient also donning a face mask, adhering to CDC guidelines.

Sermo doctors agree with CDC’s strategy to push flu vaccine

The CDC ordered 9.3 million doses of the flu vaccine in an effort to raise the immunization rate in American adults to 65%. The goal of public officials this year is to reduce an onslaught…

A memorial with flowers and signs stands solemnly in front of a neoclassical building, likely a tribute to RBG's death, honoring the legacy of a significant figure.

Sermo discussions – RBG’s death and the ACA

The celebrated Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died last week. She was a pioneer in the fight for women’s rights and a champion for the equality of all people. As the world mourns the…

Two people are engaged in a conversation. One has clasped hands, and the other holds a clipboard and pen, offering mental health support while seated comfortably on a sofa with a pillow in the background.

Half of Sermo doctors would accept mental health support

In response to dire predictions for a deadly winter—with a significant rise in Coronavirus deaths expected—Sermo physicians discuss physician burnout and the support they would like to see. In a poll of 180 global Sermo…

The New York City skyline at night is graced by two vertical beams of light, shining into the sky in remembrance of 9/11, their glow elegantly reflecting in the water.

We remember and give thanks to the 9/11 frontline doctors

“Being a physician/surgeon is a commitment to the public, even in the worst of circumstances…” – Sermo Physician As the world remembers September 11th, we at Sermo give thanks to the frontline doctors who acted…

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