Heart disease is common among people with diabetes, with their risk of heart disease death and stroke being more than twice as high. Type 2 diabetes is associated with a higher prevalence of heart disease, making it the leading cause of death among individuals with this type of diabetes. The Framingham Study highlighted the increased…
During a presentation at the American Academy of Dermatology meeting, dermatologist Jenny Murase discussed safe options for treating infections in pregnant women, cautioning about certain drugs with potential risks. For bacterial infections, first-line treatments include mupirocin, penicillin, and dicloxacillin. Clindamycin is recommended for MRSA. Antibiotics like penicillin and cephalosporins are suggested for general infections. Erythromycin…
Kidney diseases are a major cause of death in the United States, with millions of adults suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). This National Kidney Month, expert Lindsay Ducharme emphasizes the importance of dietary habits in preventing and managing kidney diseases. The kidneys play a vital role in filtering waste, maintaining electrolyte balance, regulating fluids,…
Single lung ventilation with double endotracheal tubes is an effective technique for isolating and ventilating one lung during certain surgical procedures. The use of two tubes can provide better lung isolation, improved oxygenation, and reduced incidence of complications compared to using a single tube. However, proper placement and monitoring are crucial for successful outcomes. The…
Wheel, a virtual care platform, has partnered with prescription drug company Cost Plus Drugs, mental health company Talkspace, and data sharing platform Health Gorilla to enhance its virtual care ecosystem. Wheel provides infrastructure for virtual care, connecting patients with clinicians nationwide. Through these partnerships, patients can access mental health services, home delivery pharmacy services, and…
The Irish College of General Practitioners (ICGP) has released new educational resources for GPs on contraception and fertility management. The Quick Reference Guide (QRG) on Contraception Management provides detailed information on counseling and prescribing different types of contraception. The government’s introduction of free contraceptive services for women aged 17-31 is seen as a positive step…
Cybercrime in the healthcare industry is on the rise, impacting patient care and leading to lawsuits. A survey found that disruptions to patient care, poor outcomes, and increased complications are common due to cyberattacks. Health care organizations are facing multiple attacks annually with an average cost of nearly $5 million per attack. Supply chain attacks…
Magentus partners with Google Cloud to enhance customer data management using generative AI. They aim to simplify access to medical information for clinicians through AI solutions. Amwell is selected by Medibank to support preventative care programs with technology for lifestyle management. The ACCC approves Westpac’s acquisition of Dedalus’s HealthPoint, allowing the bank to compete in…
California could face over $40 million in fines for failing to improve suicide prevention measures in state prisons despite a federal judge’s warning. Chief U.S. District Judge Kimberly Mueller had threatened financial penalties for each violation if the state did not implement 15 suicide prevention protocols that had been lacking for almost a decade. The…
Silk Road Medical has launched a new tapered configuration of their transcarotid stent system in the U.S. This system is indicated for patients with carotid artery stenosis at elevated risk for adverse events from carotid endarterectomy. The Tapered Enroute Transcarotid Stent System provides additional configurations for tailored transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) with a short delivery…
