Drive-through Satellite Testing: An Efficient Precautionary Method of Screening Patients for SARS-CoV-2 in a Rural Healthcare Setting.

The first documented case of COVID-19 in the United States occurred on January 30th, 2020. Soon after, a global pandemic was declared in March 2020 with each state issuing stay at home orders based on population, risk for community transmission and current number of positive cases. A priority for each region was to develop efficient systems for testing large patient volumes in a safe manner to reduce the risk of community transmission.

Hands, fingers, thumbs - assessment and management of common hand injuries in general practice.

Background: Hand injuries are a common presentation to general practice and optimal hand function is essential for good quality of life.

Objective: This article outlines an approach to the initial assessment of hand injuries, explains the principles of management and provides an overview of common hand injuries.

Discussion: While many injuries will heal remarkably well with minimal intervention, some injuries can result in permanent disability if not treated appropriately.