An update from UPMC on the status of COVID-19, service changes, and more.
As of today, the news remains encouraging for COVID-19 hospitalization rates and testing across UPMC. Our facilities continue to respond exceptionally well in managing COVID-19 cases. While we are past the peak and our COVID-19 caseload remains low, we are well-prepared for future cases.
At the same time, we think it is important to remind everyone to talk to their doctors about any continuing care or preventive screenings that may have been postponed in recent weeks. COVID-19 concerns are at the forefront of our focus on delivering safe patient care, but we recognize that certain treatments, diagnostic tests, and procedures are necessary to help protect you from the potential harm associated with other diseases and conditions.
If you have questions about your mammogram, colonoscopy, or other annual screenings and preventive services, you should talk to your doctor so you can make an informed decision about your care. We are committed to protecting our high-risk patients but realize that for many others, the risks associated with skipping or postponing care can be significant.
Over the past month, we have been able to connect many patients with care through video visits. For appointments that cannot be handled virtually, we have taken many precautions and put in place extensive safety measures to protect our patients. Again, we recommend consulting with your doctor to determine which path of care is best for you.
As always, we are here for you, and we thank you for choosing and trusting UPMC.
| Leslie C. Davis
Senior Vice President, UPMC
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Health Services Division | Steven D. Shapiro, MD
Executive Vice President, UPMC
Chief Medical and Scientific Officer
President, Health Services Division |
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| COVID-19 Screening Tool Guides You to Care Options |
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| | | Are you concerned about COVID-19 exposure, or do you have flu-like symptoms? | | |
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| The Doctor Is in … and Online. Video Visits Available for Adults and Kids. |
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| | If you want to schedule a primary care provider video visit, you can now book directly online with many of our providers.
Need to see a specialist or have an urgent need? You can schedule video visits from the comfort of your own home with many of our providers. Call their office or learn more here.
Video visits for pediatric primary care, subspecialty care, and urgent care are available. Learn more at chp.edu/VideoVisits. |
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| Convalescent Plasma Could Help Treat COVID-19 |
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| | | UPMC is looking for people who have recovered from the coronavirus to donate plasma for a clinical trial of convalescent plasma therapy for COVID-19. | | |
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| Take a Moment to Send Your Thanks, Stories, and Encouragement |
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| | | The whole world is seeing them like we always have. Now, take a moment to say “thank you” to our UPMC health care heroes. | | |
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| Learn How You Can Help the Helpers |
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| | | Health care providers, first responders, grocery store workers, and many others are on the front lines helping those in need. For that, we thank them and ask how we can help. | | |
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| Community Conversation: COVID-19 and Cancer |
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| | | Vincent Reyes, MD, of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, fielded questions on Twitter about the effects of COVID-19 on those fighting cancer. Dr. Reyes also talked about cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic and what UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is doing to keep patients safe. | | |
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| How Does COVID-19 Affect Children? |
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| | | Children may be getting sick from COVID-19 at lower rates than adults, but they are still at risk for catching and spreading the virus. | | |
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