John Halamka November 23, 2020
Over the past seven months, COVID-19 has impacted our lives, and my writing moved from social media to Mayo internal communications, pandemic response research papers, and COVID-focused public awareness campaigns. While the challenges have been considerable, the work since April has validated that the healthcare system needs novel technologies, policy reform and cultural change. It’s time to return to social media posting.
COVID-19 has forced a level of focus and collaboration that is accelerating the Mayo Clinic Platform’s formation. While we are still navigating the pandemic challenges, but despite the obstacles, there has been significant work accomplished on the platform and through external organizations.
The COVID-19 Healthcare Coalition and The Fight is in Us are two organizations that have emerged,...