BIDMC-developed vaccines protect against COVID-19 in non-human primates, study finds
Companion study suggests initial infection with SARS-CoV-2 protects against re-infection following repeat exposure to the virus. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, May 20, 2020)
Researchers report sharp decline in patient visits for heart attack, stroke and cancer care during COVID-19 pandemic
For the first time, BIDMC physician-scientists quantified the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the numbers of patients seeking medical attention for select potentially life-threatening diagnoses. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, May 18, 2020)
Study confirms critically ill patients with COVID-19 benefit from mechanical ventilation
Research findings support the use of mechanical ventilation respiratory therapy for treatment of COVID-19 respiratory failure. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, May 13, 2020)
Academic and industry experts collaborate to open up new supply chain to alleviate shortage of medical supplies caused by COVID-19
Due to medical supply shortages brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Massachusetts Manufacturers Emergency Response Taskforce mobilized to produce the testing supplies, medical devices and personal protective equipment that health care workers need to fight the epidemic in Massachusetts and beyond. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, May 6, 2020)
BIDMC-led clinical trial identifies four novel 3D-printed swabs for use in COVID-19 testing
Clinical trial identifies four prototypes of 3D-printed swabs for COVID-19 testing. Large-scale production could reduce one obstacle to widespread testing. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, April 20, 2020)
BIDMC enrolling patients in clinical trials evaluating existing drug as treatment for severe COVID-19
If positive, findings could alleviate expected demand for ventilators for patients with severe COVID-19 infections. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, April 10, 2020)
BIDMC launches clinical trial to assess common anti-clotting medication for treatment of COVID-19-related respiratory failure
If positive, findings could alleviate expected shortage of ventilators for patients with severe COVID-19 infections. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, April 6, 2020)
BIDMC physician-scientists spearhead effort to address nationwide COVID-19 testing swab shortage
Multi-disciplinary team of experts from academia and industry collaborate to develop 3D printable swabs for COVID-19 testing. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, March 31, 2020)
BIDMC launches clinical trials evaluating anti-viral drug remdesivir as treatment for COVID-19
BIDMC Physician-scientists are now enrolling patients in two clinical trials testing as treatment options, such as remdesivir, for COVID-19. (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, March 24, 2020)