Smoking! Secondhand smoke! And now thirdhand smoke!! Thirdhand smoke is secondhand smoke that sticks to clothes and furniture. Particles and toxins linger for years and can be ingested by inhaling or skin contact. Thirdhand smoke can trigger asthma attacks and cause cancer. One way to protect yourself from...
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There has been exciting progress in the area of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and recently its ability to detect mental health red flags in text messages. This is a potentially groundbreaking development that could help countless people receive the care and support they need...
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Data is the lifeblood of the research and development process and the use of real-world data (RWD) to generate real-world evidence (RWE) is becoming increasingly important. In healthcare, RWD can come from various sources, including electronic health records, patient registries, prescriptions, laboratory, claims data, and patient-reported...
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In recent years, BMI (Body Mass Index) has come under fire for not being an accurate measure of health. BMI is a number that is used to estimate body fat. It is based on height and weight measurements. Of late, studies show that BMI is...
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There’s no doubt that wearable technology has revolutionized the healthcare industry. Wearables have become essential tools for managing our health and well-being, from fitness trackers to smartwatches. But what’s next? Here are a few of the ways wearables will continue to transform the healthcare industry: 🔹 Improve...
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Medical technology is more than just gadgets and gizmos. It allows an individual to keep track of their own health and well-being, and for the physician to better understand and treat the conditions of their patients. With the data collected, we will be able to identify...
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Get your daily 10,000 steps in and lower the risk of dementia!! Dementia is a debilitating condition that can rob people of their memories and their ability to think clearly. It is often accompanied by a decline in physical health, and can be very difficult for...
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Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when an infection sets off a chain reaction throughout the body. Every year, millions of people die from sepsis and it is a leading cause of death in children under five years old. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential...
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The World Health Organization has designated November 18-24, 2022, as World Antimicrobial Awareness Week. World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a major global health threat. It occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites evolve and become resistant to the drugs used to treat them. This resistance can...
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But how when the world faced many challenges in recent years, and the fertility and birth rates are falling? Known as "population momentum", it is when a large proportion of the population is in the reproductive age group than in the other age groups. Another reason for...
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