Contact with kids most important factor in the onward transmission of pneumococcal pneumonia to elderly: Study
A study found that contact with children is the most important factor in the transmission of pneumococcal pneumonia to elderly individuals. The study emphasizes the need to limit contact between…
Orchestrating Care in the New World of Distributive Access
The healthcare system is undergoing a period of change and disruption, with challenges in patient access and flow due to silos and lack of coordination. Patients face difficulties navigating their…
Looking for a Locum?
The Irish Medical Times discusses the process of finding a locum healthcare professional in Ireland. Locums can be hired to fill in for regular staff members who are on leave…
South Korean companies take on the European medical AI market and more partnership briefs
South Korean medical AI companies Lunit and Coreline Soft have secured contracts with hospitals in Europe to provide lung disease screening and mammography analysis solutions. Lunit signed a deal with…
Dietary Choices Are Linked to Higher Rates of Preeclampsia Among Latinas
A study conducted by researchers at USC Keck School of Medicine found that diet based on cultural food preferences, such as vegetables, fruits, and healthy oils, can help reduce the…
What to know before becoming a respiratory therapist
The article discusses the need for more respiratory therapists following the COVID-19 pandemic. Respiratory therapists work in various settings, including ICUs, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and smoking cessation programs. The role…
What pet anti-anxiety meds reveal about owners
The rising trend of prescribing antidepressants for dogs mirrors the increase in mental health concerns for humans, with Americans reporting higher rates of depression and anxiety. The accessibility and affordability…
Non-acute heart failure management in primary care
Heart failure should be considered in patients presenting with breathlessness in primary care, with B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) being an important initial test for diagnosis. Various causes of heart failure…
Biological mechanism discovered that could lead to new treatments for neurological disorders and cancers
Researchers at the Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute have identified a biological mechanism involving RNA methylation that regulates mitochondrial function and could lead to new treatments for neurological diseases like…
New study finds interferon-γ release assays more effective than skin tests in predicting tuberculosis
A study compared the accuracy of tuberculin skin tests (TST) and interferon-γ release assays (IGRAs) in predicting tuberculosis (TB) progression. The research focused on individuals at high risk of developing…