The Way Forward for Community Health Following Pharmacy Closures
The following is a guest article by Paul Christie, Co-Founder and CEO at Tachmed
The UK’s robust and well-established pharmacy model is facing huge changes this year, as hundreds of chemists across the country are expected to shut their doors in the coming months, leading to pharmacists declaring that the model is at ‘breaking point‘.
Back in 2022, NHS data revealed the number of community pharmacies in England had dropped to its lowest figure since 2015, due to a net loss of 110 pharmacies in 2021/22.
Then in January, Lloyds pharmacy announced it was withdrawing from Sainsbury’s supermarkets – settin...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - September 8, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Guest Author Tags: Health IT Company Healthcare IT Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring community health COVID Lockdowns Digital Diagnostics Healthcare RPM NHS patient data Paul Christie Pharmacies Pharmacists Self-Testing Sexual Health London Tach Source Type: blogs
How Cold Weather Affects Blood Pressure? New Study Reveals Surprising Facts
Conclusion
In the vast tapestry of medical research, the recent study on seasonal trends in high blood pressure is a particularly illuminating thread. It’s shown us that something as seemingly benign as the changing of the seasons can impact a major health metric – our blood pressure.
This isn’t just about statistics and numbers. It’s about lives. Recognizing and anticipating these patterns means healthcare providers can be better equipped to offer timely, effective care. And for those living with high blood pressure? It offers a roadmap. A guide to navigate the challenges of each season, with...
Source: The EMT Spot - September 8, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD Tags: News Source Type: blogs
Device for Rapid COVID-19 Breath Testing
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine have developed a COVID-19 breathalyzer test. The technology requires someone to breathe into it just once or twice, and it can then provide an indication if the person is infected with SARS-CoV-2 in as little as one minute. The device could be very useful fo screening large numbers of people prior to access to an indoor event, for instance, or in community clinics to quickly determine if people are infected. Moreover, the technology could be adapted to detect other viruses, which may be useful for future outbreaks. The system involves blowing into a straw, which direc...
Source: Medgadget - September 7, 2023 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Diagnostics Medicine Public Health wustl WUSTLmed Source Type: blogs
New Research: Kidney Enzyme As A Promising Solution For High Blood Pressure
Conclusion
We’ve journeyed through a landscape of cutting-edge research, all pointing to one thing: ENPEP could be a game-changer in treating high blood pressure. This isn’t just another study; it’s a pivotal moment in medical science. The research from the University of Manchester has the potential to reshape how we approach this widespread health issue.
So, what’s the next step? Stay informed. New treatments could be just around the corner, and you’ll want to be in the know. Whether it’s following medical journals or talking to your healthcare provider, staying updated could make...
Source: The EMT Spot - September 5, 2023 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Michael Rotman, MD, FRCPC, PhD Tags: News Source Type: blogs
Navigating post-COVID IT challenges [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join Mike Hines, an evangelist at Resolute Software, to explore the transformative impact of COVID-19 on the IT landscape. We discuss the rapid shifts in remote interactions, the emergence of technical debt, and the challenges faced by IT departments. Mike sheds light on innovative
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Navigating post-COVID IT challenges [PODCAST] originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - September 2, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: The Podcast by KevinMD Tags: Podcast Health IT Source Type: blogs
Pediatric mental health care access [PODCAST]
Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Catch up on old episodes! Join J. Wesley Boyd, a psychiatrist, to dive into the critical issue of child and adolescent mental health care accessibility. Drawing insights from a recent study, we’ll explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated challenges in obtaining timely treatment for young individuals, particularly those
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Pediatric mental health care access [PODCAST] originally appeared in KevinMD.com. (Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog)
Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - September 1, 2023 Category: General Medicine Authors: The Podcast by KevinMD Tags: Podcast Pediatrics Psychiatry Source Type: blogs
The Long Legacy of COVID-19 Disability
Jon L. Gelman (Jon L Gelman LLC), The Long Legacy of COVID-19 Disability (2023): The legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic persists. There exists a continuing need for long-term treatment and disability. While state benefit systems such as workers ’ compensation have... (Source: HealthLawProf Blog)
Source: HealthLawProf Blog - September 1, 2023 Category: Medical Law Authors: Katharine Van Tassel Source Type: blogs
Social Isolation: A Broader View
The previous articles in this series explain how technology is being used to bring people out of social isolation. But sometimes, loneliness springs from other mental conditions, such as anxiety and depression. Targeting these problems can help bring the patient back into a community.
Treating Psychological Conditions
One of subtler negative effects of moving online is that people lose the small, casual social interactions that previously would buoy their spirits and leave them smiling: asking for help from the post office staff, chatting with cashiers while bagging purchases, greeting people in the elevator, etc. The mi...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 31, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Andy Oram Tags: AI/Machine Learning Analytics/Big Data Clinical Health IT Company Healthcare IT LTPAC Caretakers Carta Healthcare Dor Skuler ElliQ Facebook Gather Healthcare AI Healthcare Metaverse Intuition Robotics loneliness Matt Hollin Source Type: blogs
Revolutionizing Fertility Care: Femtech CEO Weighs in on the Power of Remote Monitoring and Advancing Technologies
In conclusion, fertility care is on the cusp of a revolutionary transformation, and embracing at-home remote monitoring and advancing technologies are keys to unlocking its full potential. As a thought leader in the Femtech industry, I believe these innovations will continue to improve patient experiences, reduce barriers to care, and empower individuals and couples as they navigate the intricacies of their reproductive health.
By championing the adoption of remote monitoring and fostering collaboration between fertility tech and clinics, we can create a future where fertility care is more accessible, personalized, and suc...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 31, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Guest Author Tags: AI/Machine Learning Clinical Health IT Company Healthcare IT Telemedicine and Remote Monitoring 7wireVentures At Home Care FemTech Fertility Care Fertility Tech Healthcare RPM IVF Mira Remote Care Reproductive Health Sylvia K Source Type: blogs
Bridging the Representation Gap in Biomedical Research
“We hope that students come out of our program feeling like they’re part of a community. Many of us feel inadequate or struggle in some way during graduate school—it can be a challenging time. I want to build a community that our students can always come back to for support,” says Elana Ehrlich, Ph.D., the co-director of the Bridges to the Doctorate Research Training Program (B2D) at Towson University in Towson, Maryland, alongside Michelle Snyder, Ph.D..
The Towson B2D is one of several NIGMS-supported B2Ds, which are dedicated to developing a diverse pool of well-trained biomedical scientists who will transiti...
Source: Biomedical Beat Blog - National Institute of General Medical Sciences - August 30, 2023 Category: Research Authors: Chrissa Chverchko Tags: Being a Scientist Training Source Type: blogs
Three Ways Healthcare Organizations Can Improve System Security Right Now
The following is a guest article by Dr. Richard Searle, Vice President of Confidential Computing at Fortanix, Inc.
Today’s world is increasingly driven by technology and digitalization, and the healthcare industry finds itself at a vital intersection between patient care and data security. The rise of cyberattacks, particularly in the healthcare industry, has shone a spotlight on the significant disparity between the healthcare sector’s commitment to cybersecurity and the continually evolving threats it faces.
This stark contrast between the magnitude of cyber risks and the allocation of resources to protect ...
Source: EMR and HIPAA - August 30, 2023 Category: Information Technology Authors: Guest Author Tags: Ambulatory C-Suite Leadership Health IT Company Healthcare IT Hospital - Health System LTPAC Security and Privacy Cyberattacks Cybersecurity Cybersecurity Policies Data Breach Dr. Richard Searle Fortanix Healthcare Cybersecurity Source Type: blogs
Come As You Are?: Democratizing Healthcare Through Black Church - Telehealth Initiatives
Meighan Parker (University of Chicago), Come As You Are?: Democratizing Healthcare Through Black Church - Telehealth Initiatives, Colum. Sci.& Tech. L. Rev. (2023): Since the COVID-19 pandemic, “democratizing healthcare” through telehealth and health tech applications has received significant attention.... (Source: HealthLawProf Blog)
Source: HealthLawProf Blog - August 29, 2023 Category: Medical Law Authors: Katharine Van Tassel Source Type: blogs
Pandemics Don't Really End — They Echo
Pandemics have always frayed the social fabric, disrupted economies, deepened social divides, and intensified prejudices, leaving behind psychological scars — all of which have lasting political repercussions. The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will be felt long after the last rapid test comes back positive. (Source: The RAND Blog)
Source: The RAND Blog - August 28, 2023 Category: Health Management Authors: Brian Michael Jenkins Source Type: blogs
UV-Free Air Decontamination: Interview with Sorel Rothschild, VP at Quantum Innovations
LumaFlo, a medtech company based in Israel, has developed a decontamination technology that does not require UV light, something that can be dangerous for people nearby. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for safe and effective decontamination technologies for both public spaces and healthcare facilities. However, many such technologies rely on UV light to kill pathogens, but this can also have negative effects on those exposed.
In an effort to create a safer and more effective alternative, LumaFlo has developed a carbon nanostructure based photocatalytic system that is activated through visible light, meaning t...
Source: Medgadget - August 25, 2023 Category: Medical Devices Authors: Conn Hastings Tags: Exclusive Medicine Public Health Source Type: blogs
Ming Lei Departs Division for Research Capacity Building
It’s with mixed emotions that I share that Ming Lei left our Division for Research Capacity Building (DRCB) earlier this month to become senior associate vice president for research and graduate education at West Virginia University (WVU) Health Sciences. Ming also joined the faculty in WVU’s School of Medicine as vice dean for research and a professor in the department of microbiology, immunology, and cell biology.
Ming has been part of the NIH community since 2008, serving in key positions at the National Cancer Institute before joining NIGMS in 2018. During his tenure in DRCB, Ming led numerous initiatives to...
Source: NIGMS Feedback Loop Blog - National Institute of General Medical Sciences - August 24, 2023 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Chrissa Chverchko Tags: Director’s Messages NIGMS Staff News Source Type: blogs
