University of Queensland researchers have used dosing software to speed up the effects of antibiotics in sepsis patients in Intensive Care Units. The software improved antibiotic exposures in adults and children with sepsis, leading to faster recovery, higher quality care, cost savings, and increased bed availability in hospitals. The technique used in the DIRECT study…
Dan Collins has been living with major depressive disorder since he was 16. He experienced a critical episode in 1991 when he felt overwhelmed by despair and anxiety. After struggling, he sought help and was prescribed Prozac, which helped him immensely. He also took up fencing and exercise to manage his depression. He emphasizes the…
The US FDA has expanded the indications for bempedoic acid and bempedoic acid plus ezetimibe combination to prevent heart attacks and cardiovascular procedures in primary- and secondary-prevention patients regardless of statin use. Bempedoic acid is indicated to reduce the risk for MI and coronary revascularization in adults unable to take recommended statin therapy with CVD,…
Researchers found that 68% of children under 6 in Chicago are exposed to lead-contaminated water, with 69% of tests exceeding the safe limit of 1 ppb. Disparities in exposure levels and testing rates were found among racial groups, indicating environmental racism. Lead is toxic, especially for kids, and no level of exposure is safe. Despite…
The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) released its 2023 report, highlighting the impact of chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) worldwide. The report emphasizes the need for early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and effective management strategies to reduce the burden of COPD. It also emphasizes the importance of smoking cessation and promoting healthy lifestyles…
Health systems heavily rely on third-party vendors for various services, making them vulnerable to cyberattacks. The recent attack on Change Healthcare highlights the disastrous effects of third-party cyberattacks on healthcare providers. Transparency is crucial in responding to cyber incidents, but legal concerns often hinder information sharing. Organizations need time to understand the extent of the…
CORU, the health and social care professionals’ council, has named Sheila McClelland as its new CEO, starting on April 8. McClelland previously served as CEO of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland. CORU oversees the professional conduct of 13 different healthcare professions and currently regulates 27,000 professionals, with plans to expand to 40,000 in…
A study published in the European Heart Journal found that semaglutide, a medication for type 2 diabetes, reduces major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) and improves metabolic outcomes compared to a placebo, regardless of baseline glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels. The study analyzed data from two randomized controlled trials and included 6480 participants with type 2 diabetes…
Experts at HIMSS24 emphasized the importance of having a strong executive team and solutions that address providers’ pain points in digital health startups. The financing and funding environment for digital health startups is challenging, with an influx of capital in 2021 creating a crowded market. Investors look for companies that can quickly scale and demonstrate…
Sarah Feldman, de 35 años, recibió cartas amenazantes del Centro Médico Mount Sinai debido a problemas con un acuerdo de precios con UnitedHealthcare. A pesar de las promesas de que sus médicos seguirían en la red, el hospital y la aseguradora terminaron su acuerdo. Estas disputas de contratos entre proveedores y aseguradoras están en aumento,…
