Dementia Vaccines: What are they and when could they become available?

On , in Sharp Reads, by Paula Digby

Studies and research are constantly performed in the medical field. A recent study shows that vaccines may be used to treat and help patients with dementia or may be able to prevent the disease. This type of vaccine will generate immune responses to multiple things that contribute to dementia in the human mind.  Imagine if […]

Webinar “Get Comfy with SOFA and Sepsis” Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 1pm Eastern

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Sepsis is a multifactorial disease that can originate from many pathways. It seems to cause considerable confusion amongst coders and often leads us to queries due to a lack of clear documentation. Its symptoms can go from bad to worse in a very short time. One of the areas which adds confusion for coders when […]

Scientists map neural pathways that lead to vomiting after eating contaminated food

On , in Sharp Reads, by Paula Digby

Have you ever experienced food poisoning? A recent study was performed in regard to what causes humans to throw up from eating bad food. No one enjoys the after experience of eating bad or contaminated food. But why do those symptoms occur? Check out this article for more insight and knowledge regarding these questions. (5-mintue […]

Developing therapies for treatment-resistant prostate cancer

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Cancer effects so many people around the world. Cancer of the prostate, is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death in men. Have you or anyone you know experienced prostate cancer? Do you ever wonder if, in our lifetime, there will be a time when we don’t have to worry about cancer deaths? (4-mintue read) Developing […]

Don’t Lose Track of the Dangers of Cholesterol

On , in Sharp Reads, by Paula Digby

Often when we read medical records, patient’s have cholesterol issues.  In fact, its so often that the diagnosis could be discounted in our thoughts as just another common ailment.  Did you know that adults over the age of 20 should begin to have their cholesterol checked every 5 years or so. Do you or someone […]

How can we use AI to Preserve Privacy in Biomedicine?

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AI has taken the world and medical field by storm. We use AI in everyday task without even realizing it. AI is now being used to protect patient privacy.  Do you use voice activated programs?  Everyone is constantly looking for ways to make life simpler and more effective.  . What types of AI do you […]

Cash for Colonoscopies: Colorado Tries to Lower Health Costs Through Incentives

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Colorado is incentivizing patients. These checks can range from below $50 to in the thousands. The article below explains the Colorado Purchasing Alliance and the patient requirements to receive initiatives from procedures.  What a great idea and the side effect is a more educated consumer!  Would you use something like this if it were available […]

13 hospitals receive funding as special pathogen care hubs

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Highly infectious diseases require special care and treatment, we are all familiar with the COVID-19 and Ebola outbreaks. Maybe you are also familiar with John Hopkins Medical Center or Denver Health and Hospital Authority, which are two out of the ten regional emerging special pathogen treatment centers. These hospitals will all receive funding to make […]

Heart medication shows potential as treatment for alcohol use disorder

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Heart disease and alcohol use disorder sound like two separate things, but they do have something in common. The drug spironolactone. This drug is typically seen as a heart medication, however a recent study shows that this drug can also help treat alcohol use disorder! This drug can help high blood pressure and assist patients […]