The region’s largest hospital system, university, community college and K-12 district announced Tuesday that they will partner to revolutionize the way health care professionals are trained in southwest Missouri. Sitting side-by-side at Cox College, leaders from the four institutions — CoxHealth, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical Community College and Springfield […]
Month: August 2023
Can This Common Medication Help Reduce The Risk Of Long COVID?
A new study sheds some light on using metformin as a long COVID prevention tool. A new study sheds some light on using metformin as a long COVID prevention tool. It seems like every time you turn on the news or open your phone, new information about COVID-19 pops up. […]
‘Oh my god’: live worm found in Australian woman’s brain in world-first discovery | Health
It was a fairly regular day on the ward for Canberra hospital infectious diseases physician Dr Sanjaya Senanayake, until a neurosurgeon colleague called him and said: “Oh my god, you wouldn’t believe what I just found in this lady’s brain – and it’s alive and wriggling.” The neurosurgeon, Dr Hari […]
China’s corruption crackdown rips through healthcare sector
In late July, doctors at a Shanghai hospital were called into work at 6.30am for an urgent meeting, expecting to be faced with a healthcare emergency. Instead, they were met by management, telling them the hospital would in September be placed under investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, […]
102 Top Fitness Influencers – Small Business Trends
In today’s world, social media has become the new social proof. Social media users are ever more looking for influencers to get insights into product reviews, seek knowledge on issues and connect with individuals with whom we share common issues. What is an influencer does here is to use their […]
At Yale’s Long COVID Clinic, Lisa Sanders Is Trying It All
This article was featured in One Great Story, New York’s reading recommendation newsletter. Sign up here to get it nightly. Lisa Sanders was at a large birthday party in New Haven in June 2022. It was an evening in late spring, lovely enough for the party to spill out onto the […]
40 Best Fitness Gifts for Men 2023, According to Fitness Editors
Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us? Best Gift for Trail Runners Adidas TERREX Trail Running Wind Jacket Best Gift for Trail Runners Adidas TERREX Trail Running Wind Jacket An exceptional gift for the trail runner or outdoorsman, […]
Best Hospitals 2023-2024 list released by U.S. News & World Report
No Treasure Coast hospital was nationally ranked New category: Racial disparities in outcomes One local hospital system ranked in maternity care Treasure Coast hospitals are making strides in providing equitable care to patients across racial, ethnic and socioeconomic spectrums, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best Hospitals rankings. […]
China launches ‘unprecedented’ crackdown on its healthcare industry amid economic woes
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world. CNN — China has launched a sweeping anti-corruption campaign targeting its hospitals, pharmaceutical industry and insurance funds as it grapples with mounting economic […]
The best Android fitness apps to help you achieve your goals
Summary Google Fit is a comprehensive fitness tracking app that counts calories, maps walks/runs, tracks heart rate, and monitors sleep. Strava combines fitness tracking with social media features, allowing users to share their activities and compete with others. Nike Run Club offers guided runs, coached exercise regimens, and GPS tracking […]
Mayo researchers find vaccine may reduce severity of long-haul COVID symptoms
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Getting a COVID-19 vaccine may not only reduce a person’s risk of getting long-haul COVID, but also could mean fewer symptoms for people who develop the condition. Mayo Clinic researchers discovered that long-haul COVID patients who were vaccinated before contracting the virus were less likely to experience […]
Microsoft and Epic expand AI collaboration to accelerate generative AI’s impact in healthcare, addressing the industry’s most pressing needs
Getty Images Today, the promise of technology to help us solve some of the biggest challenges we face has never been more tangible, and nowhere is generative AI more needed, and possibly more impactful, than in healthcare. Epic and Microsoft have been paving the way to bring generative AI to […]
Study: How Cardio Fitness, Exercise Counteract Cognitive Decline – News Center
New research from The University of Texas at Dallas’ Center for Vital Longevity (CVL) supports the idea that the brains of older adults who maintain physical fitness by engaging in regular strenuous exercise more closely resemble those of younger adults. Dr. Chandramallika Basak, associate professor of psychology in the School […]
Healthcare hits new lows in Somaliland as conflict continues | Features
Las Anod, Somaliland – Eight months into a conflict between armed forces of the breakaway state of Somaliland and local Dhulbahante militias in Las Anod, Somalia, hospitals in the embattled city are desperately working to maintain lifesaving supplies. Although the conflict has been effectively reduced to a deadlock, with neither […]
FDA has not approved Ivermectin as a COVID-19 treatment
Statement: “The FDA is now saying that it’s OK to take ivermectin if you have COVID.” Conservative pundits, politicians and social media users are claiming that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently reversed its guidance on the use of ivermectin as a treatment for COVID-19. “We learned this morning […]
How to Hire Dentists | Money
Ads by Money. We may be compensated if you click this ad.Ad *Content includes branded mentions of our sponsor ZipRecruiter. Learning how to find great candidates for your dental practice can be daunting. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll review everything you need to know to hire a dentist more efficiently […]
WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital named top hospital in state by U.S. News & World Report
OB/GYN ranked 41 in nation, eight WVU Medicine hospitals recognized as High Performing Posted on 7/31/2023 MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital has retained its title of number one hospital in West Virginia and ranked 41st in the nation in Obstetric and Gynecological Care according to the […]
Out-of-pocket expenses voted top barrier to healthcare access
Only 34% of Americans have visited their primary care doctor in the past year. A new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults examined their biggest barriers to healthcare access. Out-of-pocket expenses were a major concern, with 53% stating this would impact their decision to not seek medical care if they needed […]
NIH Launches Clinical Trials for Long COVID Treatments
Through the RECOVER Initiative, NIH has launched multiple clinical trials to study interventions for the most common symptoms of Long COVID. Through the RECOVER Initiative, NIH has launched multiple clinical trials to study interventions for the most common symptoms of Long COVID. What you need to know Most […]
VCU Medical Center ranked No 1 in Richmond for the 13th consecutive year by US News World Report
VCU Medical Center ranked No. 1 in Richmond for the 13th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report The annual rankings evaluate more than 4,500 hospitals nationwide, highlighting exceptional patient experience as well as quality care for specific conditions and procedures. 8/1/2023 12:00:00 AM August 01, 2023 VCU Medical […]