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7 Tips to Protect yourself from Viruses

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In a world where the threat of viruses is ever-present, safeguarding our health has become a paramount concern. From the common cold to more serious respiratory infections, viruses can impact our well-being and daily lives. However, by adopting proactive measures and incorporating simple yet effective strategies into our routines, we can fortify our defenses against viral threats.

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What We Are Not Talking About

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A CNO recently asked me why no one is talking about the high volumes and serious admission delays we are seeing in hospitals nationwide. I am not sure why more is not being said about this, but the sessions and conversations I am having with leaders confirm […] The post What We Are Not Talking About appeared first on Emerging Nurse Leader.

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Not the Way to Pull Vaccines Back from a “Dangerous Tipping Point”

Sensible Medicine

Peter Marks, the director of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research at the FDA, and Robert Califf, the commissioner of the FDA published a “Viewpoint” article in JAMA on January 5th: Is Vaccination Approaching a Dangerous Tipping Point. The Viewpoint is short and certainly worth a read – probably before getting further in this essay.

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A good journal breaks bad: AAP spreads misinformation about glyphosate

Science Based Medicine

The latest report from the American Academy of Pediatrics is filled with misinformation and missing key articles that support the well-researched conclusion that there is no legitimate evidence of negative health effects of glyphosate. The post A good journal breaks bad: AAP spreads misinformation about glyphosate first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Tools You Can Use to Improve Mental Health

Scrubs

Mental health has become one of the most important subjects in the collective wellness conversation in the last few years. The US surgeon general has recently stated that the youth mental health situation is a full-on crisis, though the problem extends to other age groups as well. Mental health is often a lonely thing to suffer with. In many cases, it is easy to put on a brave face and convince others that there are no issues, but being able to smile and laugh does not mean that everything is p

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Dr. Selena Gilles

Minority Nurse

Selena Gilles, DNP, ANP-BC, CNEcl, FNYAM, is a Clinical Associate Professor and Associate Dean of the Undergraduate Programs at New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing. She’s also an Affiliate Faculty member of the Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing (HIGN), where she serves as Co-Director of the HIGN Scholars Program, an Affiliate Associate Professor at Howard University College of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences, and a Volunteer Associate Professor for the State University o

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Hospital Measures Prevented COVID Transmission

Science Based Medicine

A new study finds that hospital measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 worked, and we probably should keep them. The post Hospital Measures Prevented COVID Transmission first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Navigating Your Healthcare Journey: Understanding Different Types of Doctors for Overall Health

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Each type of doctor or specialist plays a unique role, contributing to the intricate tapestry of healthcare. This article serves as a navigational tool, guiding you through the different types of doctors and elucidating their specific roles in maintaining and enhancing overall health. By understanding the functions and expertise of various medical specialists, you can make informed decisions about your healthcare journey.

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Upgrading Healthcare Services: Why You Need To Go Digital

Electronic Health Reporter

This article is copyrighted strictly for Electronic Health Reporter. Illegal copying is prohibited. Technology is significantly altering the healthcare sector, influencing how and when medical decisions and treatments are made. The healthcare sector demands easily accessible and precise medical data, as well as an automated process to reduce […] The article Upgrading Healthcare Services: Why You Need To Go Digital appeared first on electronichealthreporter.com.

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Ketamine Clinics: Five Legal Considerations for Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapists

Healthcare Law Insights blog

Amid the growing interest in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, especially with substances like MDMA, psilocybin, and ketamine, it becomes imperative to navigate the intricate landscape of legal considerations associated with this burgeoning field. While the therapeutic benefits are promising, each substance brings along its own set of risks, responsibilities, and legal complexities for providers.

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Why antivax arguments for COVID-19 vaccine “shedding” remind me of homeopathy

Science Based Medicine

An antivaxxer by the 'nym "A Midwestern Doctor" makes an argument that COVID-19 vaccine "shedding" is not impossible despite the basic science that concludes it is. Sound familiar? The post Why antivax arguments for COVID-19 vaccine “shedding” remind me of homeopathy first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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How Does Continuous Learning Impact Nursing Practice?

Scrubs

There was a time when we knew nothing about our bodies. Our physicality was as much a mystery to us once as space is now. Since the first days of medical science, mankind has endeavored to keep learning about our bodies and the systems that power them. We have come a long way since the days of trepanning and thinking that the uterus wandered around like an errant critter.

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Fraud, Distortion, and Truth in Science

Sensible Medicine

This week Freakonomics has an interesting podcast about science. The theme of the episode is why is there so much fraud in our field? The episode details examples of academic papers with fraud — the data were fabricated, and there were many tell tale signatures of fraud along the way. It explores how and why this happens. It centers on the recent scandal of Francesca Gino and Dan Arieli.

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Why Elevance Health is “Prescribing” Phones for Members

Health Populi

You’ve heard of food-as-medicine and exercise-as-medicine. Now we see the emergence of telecomms-as-medicine — or more specifically, a driver of health, access, and empowerment. Elevance Health, the health plan organization comprising XXX plans serving 117 million members, launched a program to channel mobile phones and data plans into the hands of some Medicaid plan enrollees, explained in the organization’s press release on the program.

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Boosting. What To Do.

Science Based Medicine

Captain, the immune system is boosted, and I donno what to do.Mr. Scott. Starship Enterprise. I think he said boosted. Might be one of those bacon/beer can examples. It is flu and cold season and there are no end of suggestions that one should boost their immune system. Two million hits on the googles for the phrase ‘Boost Immune System’ Everyone from […] The post Boosting.

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How Mental Health Issues Impact Your Productivity and Outlook on Life

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In our daily lives, mental health often takes a backseat to pressing deadlines and demanding schedules. Sadly, the stress we often face in busy cities like New York causes a ripple effect. We feel stressed, pressured, and anxious to deliver within strict deadlines. But this feeling of distress can compromise our mental health, thereby impeding our productivity.

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What is Your Role?

Emerging RN Leader

By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A nurse manager recently told me that a new nurse had questioned her about what she does in her role. She noted, “Initially, I found myself a little defensive – it appeared she was questioning my value on the unit. I then realized that she really doesn’t […] The post What is Your Role?

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Empowering Healthcare in Rural Oaxaca: Dr. Liliana Aguilar's Journey with POCUS and Telemedicine

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Dr. Liliana Aguilar, a general practitioner with the Health Services of Oaxaca, recently shared with EchoNous, our Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) provider for the GALE eClinic solution, how POCUS and telemedicine play a critical role in transforming healthcare delivery in Santa María Ozolotepec, Oaxaca, Mexico, the rural community she serves. Despite challenges arising from geographical remoteness and limited community resources, while serving as the sole physician in this remote area, Dr.

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Another Year, Another Measles Outbreak

Science Based Medicine

Another year is here, and that means more measles outbreaks here and around the world as far too many children (and some parents) lack protection from the safe and effective vaccine. The post Another Year, Another Measles Outbreak first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Math Professor Ben Recht and I Discuss P-values and Confidence Intervals

Sensible Medicine

Ben Recht is a professor at UC Berkeley. You know, the place that has all those parking spaces for the Nobel laureates. He understands the innards of math. And that is exactly why he explained that doctors who use evidence don’t have to get bogged down in technicalities. I reached out to Ben to discuss a complicated but provocative statistical paper in NEJM evidence.

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6 Strategies to Keep Best Talent | Improve Patient Outcomes | NHA

Learning + Leading

The healthcare industry is plagued by high turnover rates, which significantly affect both patient care and the operations of healthcare facilities. The emotionally taxing and demanding nature of healthcare jobs often drives professionals to seek other opportunities. High turnover also affects the morale of remaining staff, increases workload, and can lead to a decline in patient care quality.

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How value-based care can address health inequities

KevinMD.com

Often the key to solving a troublesome problem is approaching it from a different direction. As 19th-century mathematician Carl Gustav Jacob Jacobi wisely noted (and as popularized by renowned investor Charlie Munger), “Invert, always invert.” Therefore, when we consider ways to transform our current health care system in the U.S. to deliver more reliable, equitable, Read more… How value-based care can address health inequities originally appeared in KevinMD.com.

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Black mold is the new Candida

Science Based Medicine

With the disintegration of Xitter, I’ve turned my social-media attention to what appears to be far more useful waste of time: Reddit. Reddit is amazing in that there’s a subreddit for every possible topic you can think of. The content is human- and not bot-generated, and the best comments rise to the top – based on reader votes. One of the subreddits […] The post Black mold is the new Candida first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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What's best: breast milk, bottle or a mix of both

Sensible Medicine

Recently on Twitter, I said something about breast feeding and my feed exploded. In this post, having reviewed the evidence, I offer a series of nuanced points. It's completely reasonable to *gently* encourage breast feeding, and teach (not guilt) new mothers to do it. Businesses should make it easier for nursing mothers. Providing space, time, etc.

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Role of UX in A Healthcare Website

Practice Builders

Within the dynamic healthcare field, where the combination of innovation and patient care determines the industry’s course, technology plays a critical role in improving patient outcomes and overall experiences. One thing that jumps out in the big picture of digital transformation is the growing importance of UX (User Experience) design in the healthcare industry.

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Transforming Compliance: From Burden to Competitive Advantage

Relias

Managing hundreds of regulations that inform your post-acute care organization’s compliance requirements is complex. Juggling everything can be confusing — and expensive. Every year, healthcare organizations spend billions on regulatory compliance. According to the American Hospital Association’s Regulatory Overload Report , health systems, hospitals, and post-acute care organizations spend about $39 billion annually to comply with up to 629 federal regulatory requirements (341 for hospita

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Maximizing Appointment Attendance: How To Get Your Patients To Keep Their Appointments

Top Practices

It seems recently, more than in prior years, I have been hearing doctors and staff complain of the common issue of patient no-shows and its impact on scheduling and revenue. This is a big problem, and it presents the challenge of proactively resolving it for the benefit of both the practice and the patients. Below are six points to consider when developing your system for scheduling patients and keeping the schedule full each day. 1.

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Can Nurses Administer Botox in the USA?

Will Peach MD

Botox medical and cosmetic injections are highly popular nowadays among licensed specialists. This solution contains botulinum toxin type A in the composition and is often used to treat various muscle spasm-related conditions. And even though this product is safe and can rarely cause complications after the injection session, it’s still better to be careful when using it for treatment sessions.

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Research Isn’t Just a Box to Check—And Neither are You

UVM Larner College of Medicine

Mikayla Howie is a first-year medical student at the University of Vermont, Larner College of Medicine. In the following blog post, she reflects on her own positive experience pursuing an interest in medical research.

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Understanding the 2024 CMS Physician Fee Schedule: Key Information 

Health Prime

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the CY 2024 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) final rule that announces policy changes for Medicare payments under the PFS and other Medicare Part B payment policy issues. This final rule became effective on January 1, 2024. The 2024 PFS introduces essential changes and updates crucial for healthcare providers to ensure compliance and maintain financial viability.

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Preparing for Certification as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor in California Post-Education

Intercoast

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Table of contents Education Recap Understanding Certification Requirements in California 1. California Association for Alcohol and Drug Educators (CAADE) 2. California Association of DUI Treatment Programs (CADTP) 3. California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals ( CCAPP ) Steps to Prepare for the Certification Examination Create a Study Schedule Attend an Exam Preparation Course at InterCoast Join a Study Group Practical Experience Mock Examinat