Highlights
COVID-19 PEMs are readily available on US academic medical websites.
Content of COVID-19 PEMs is highly variable.
PEMs on COVID-19 are written above the recommended sixth grade reading level.
PEMs on COVID-19 are critical to disseminate accurate information.
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