Sensible Medicine

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Over the last week, a debate has simmered between the pages of my Substack , Sensible Medicine, and the Sensible Medicine podcast, which you can watch here. Sensible Medicine Mandrola and Prasad are back Listen now 4 days ago · 60 likes · 18 comments · Vinay Prasad and John Mandrola Briefly put the argument is: Yes, of course, medicine would benefit from more large, well done randomized studies, and better epidemiologic evidence, but this is expensive, costly, requires coordinatio

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SheMD

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Work life balance —it is a phrase we are hearing everywhere. It seems our entire society is overworked, tired and trying to find a way out. In reality the concept seems nebulous. What does it mean to be balanced? Can one really have true balance? Today Dr. Anne Slater joins us on the blog to discuss how to find balance or get back to equilibrium in your life.

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American Medical Compliance

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Providing healthcare is undeniably one of the most promising and rewarding ventures in today’s business landscape. This is because of the rapidly growing global population and aging demographic. As featured in Companies Market Cap, the top 10 publicly traded healthcare companies have revenue of $39 billion to $359 billion as of 2023. This shows that there’s a continual focus on health and wellness.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The Fight Against a Disease Affecting Women and Men Worldwide A Global Health Issue Breast cancer remains one of the leading causes of death among women worldwide, with 685,000 recorded deaths in 2020. This disease affects women of all ages after puberty and occurs in every country around the world. It is important to note […] The post Breast Cancer: A Global Health Emergency appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Science Based Medicine

DECEMBER 21, 2023

There are no homeopathic eye drops approved by the FDA. The post FDA: Don’t use homeopathic eye drops first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The Importance of Color Codes in Hospital Emergency Situations and on Rescue Vehicles Color Codes in Hospital Emergencies In hospital settings, color codes are used to communicate specific emergency situations quickly and effectively. These codes, though they vary depending on the region and institution, tend to follow common patterns. For example, “Code Blue” generally indicates […] The post Colors in Medical Emergencies: More Than Just Design appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EM Ottawa

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Introduction Emergency health care places paramedics and healthcare providers are at the intersection of complex ethical considerations and legal obligations when addressing acute behavioural disturbances. The need for immediate treatment or physical/chemical restraint without patient consent can be challenging and requires a deep understanding of the legal frameworks that guide these decisions.

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EM Ottawa

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Take your POCUS Game to the Next Level Who should attend: Staff and resident physicians and other practitioners who take care of acutely unwell patients. Plenary Talks: Working up the “nerve” to “block” pain in the ED: is it time to change our approach? – Dr Alice Chan Soft Tissue POCUS – Why & How? […] The post Ottawa POCUS Symposium appeared first on EMOttawa Blog.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A Tribute to Two Women Who Marked the History of Nursing The Calling of Florence Nightingale Florence Nightingale, born into a wealthy Victorian-era family, showed a strong interest in philanthropy and aiding the sick and poor from a young age. Despite the social expectations of her time, which destined her for an advantageous marriage, Nightingale […] The post Nightingale and Mahoney: Pioneers of Nursing appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Life in the Fast Lane

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Neil Long Merry Funtabulously Frivolous Friday Five 354 Funtabulously Frivolous Friday Five 354 - Christmas - Just when you thought your brain could unwind, enter the medical trivia of FFFF.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Discover how a simple wicker frame transformed into a fundamental life-saving tool The Mysterious Beginnings in France The origins of the stretcher are shrouded in the mists of time, but the first historical trace takes us back to the 14th century in France. A 1380 manuscript describes a structure using wicker to create a sort […] The post The Evolution of the Stretcher: A Journey from the Middle Ages to Today appeared first on Emergency Live.

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ECG Guru

DECEMBER 21, 2023

If ventricular tachycardia occurs in an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) wearer, the ICD can combat this with 2 different forms of therapy, provided these are activated (which can be done using a programming device). First, the ICD attempts to override the tachycardia. The fastest pacemaker gets control of the heart. If this is not successful, the defibrillator function is used.

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SheMD

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In my college admission essays, I wrote about my shortcomings as a high school athlete and student in pursuit of one day becoming a doctor. In my medical school personal statement, I again wrote about many failures I experienced as a collegiate athlete, still in pursuit of medical education. Today, as a newly dubbed “Student Doctor” after officially passing the USMLE Step 1 board exam, I again feel compelled to rehash the most devastating, embarrassing, humbling, I- might-just-quit-this-dang-thi

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Discover how these ancient disciplines can alleviate pain Tai Chi: An Ancient Remedy for Back Pain Tai Chi, a Chinese martial art practice, has proven to be an effective option for treating back pain. This discipline combines slow and meticulous movements with deep breathing and mental concentration, offering gentle exercise through stretching and fluidity of […] The post Martial Arts and Tai Chi: Allies Against Back Pain appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Live

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The blockade of hospitals in Jenin complicates access to care during the conflict The raid in Jenin and its impact on hospitals The recent Israeli forces raid in the city of Jenin, in the West Bank, was a devastating event that had profound repercussions on the ability of medical services to function effectively. During the […] The post Gaza War: The Raid in Jenin Paralyzing Hospitals and Rescue Efforts appeared first on Emergency Live.

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