In response to a surge in new COVID-19 cases, California Governor Gavin Newsom has implemented a second shutdown of the state. On July 13, Newsom ordered the closure of bars, indoor restaurants, movie theaters, and wineries in all 58…

 On Friday, July 10, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) opened the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund to all dentists who meet certain requirements. In this episode, Art reviews the rules as to who is eligible and discusses…

With the continued growth of the novel coronavirus across much of the Southern and Western United States, ensuring that health care providers—including oral health professionals—have the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) remains…

The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has made more than $4 billion of provider relief funds available to hospitals serving vulnerable patients of low socioeconomic status, those located in rural and small…

Data from the week of June 29 show that patient volumes in dental practices across the United States are about 70% of pre-pandemic rates, according to the American Dental Association Health Policy Institute. The survey of more than 4,300…

Emulating bats is not part of most people’s bucket lists; however, their ability to carry deadly viruses without becoming ill is something to be envied. Bats also live longer than many other mammals. Their key to health and longevity? An…

Results of a survey study with more than 50,000 participants showed that the regular use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)—medications used to reduce stomach acid—raised the risk of testing positive for COVID-19. The risk was higher among…

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued warning letters to five companies that are falsely marketing their products as treatments for COVID-19. The warning letters ask manufacturers to voluntarily stop making false…

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals signed a $450 million deal with the United States via Operation Warp Speed—a program initiated by the federal government to speed up the development and implementation of vaccines and treatments for COVID-19—to…

In this episode, Art meets with dental CPA, Robert Edwards and his wife, dental management consultant, Dr. Sharon Tiger. They are two of the top dental professionals in the country and they provide tips for reopening your dental…