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www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Medicine

New urgent-care center specializes in bone and joint issues on the Upper East Side

Residents can access orthopedic urgent care for bone and joint issues without appointments, skipping hospital ER visits. NYC Bone & Joint Specialists offer specialized treatment and therapy. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London

Local health reforms aren't working as third of Brits have difficulty accessing their GP

Patients face difficulties accessing GP surgeries
Low utilization of NHS App and community pharmacies for healthcare needs [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Mental health

My long and painful wait for NHS knee surgery has left me depressed | Letter

The need to increase NHS surgical capacity is critical for addressing long waiting times for routine surgeries.
Patients like the author, awaiting routine surgeries, experience significant impacts on their mental, physical health, and quality of life due to delays. [ more ]
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Medicine
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Medicine

First Patient Begins Newly Approved Sickle Cell Gene Therapy

Commercially approved gene therapy offers hope to sickle cell patients like Kendric Cromer, potentially leading to a cure. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Medicine

Failure to Thrive,' or a Failure to Investigate?

Failure to thrive was historically linked to poor parenting, highlighting the negative impact of medical labeling on patients' experiences. [ more ]
www.hamhigh.co.uk
56 minutes ago
Medicine

'I was on a constant treadmill of tiredness until a pill changed everything'

A revolutionary new pill called Voxelotor has transformed the life of Dr. Jennifer O'Connor, helping manage her sickle cell disorder effectively. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
Medicine

Cancer patients 'at risk' due to treatment delays, doctors say

Cancer care in the UK is in crisis, with patients not being treated on time leading to significant delays in treatment.
Cancer waiting times in England are at their worst on record, with only 65.9% of patients starting treatment on time in December. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
2 months ago
Medicine

What if hospital was at your house? - Harvard Gazette

'Acute' hospital care can be effectively provided at home for complex patients
Study shows positive outcomes treating patients at home for conditions like heart failure, respiratory infections, and sepsis [ more ]
Bronx Times
2 months ago
Medicine

Dr. Yonette Davis brings culturally-responsive geriatric medicine to the Bronx - Bronx Times

Dr. Yonette Davis experienced being a black patient in a predominantly white hospital during her childhood, which motivated her to become a physician to change the system.
Davis noticed the lack of instruction and emphasis on providing care to people of color in medical school, specifically in regards to diagnosing and treating skin conditions. [ more ]
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BBC News
6 days ago
OMG science

Test-at-home kit for cancer patients approved for use

A new device called Liberty allows cancer patients to perform blood tests at home, potentially reducing hospital visits and boosting productivity. [ more ]
Kotaku
4 weeks ago
Video games

Someone Found A McDonald's N64 Kiosk Filled With Xbox 360 Games In Their Dentist's Office

Dentist office uses old McDonald's N64 kiosk as Xbox 360 arcade for patient distraction. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

'The system is broken': Dozens of patients queue outside south London GP after struggling to get appointments

Patients at Hilly Fields Medical Centre faced long queues due to online appointment struggles.
Some patients had been attempting to secure appointments for weeks, leading to stress and burden on emergency services. [ more ]
www.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Cancer scanner that delivers diagnoses in minutes is in action now

State-of-the-art PET scanner at Royal Free Hospital can diagnose cancer in 5 minutes, exposing patients to less radiation and scanning 2x faster.
LAFOV PET scanner allows for quicker diagnosis and earlier treatment initiation, enhancing patient experience and treatment efficacy. [ more ]
Theregister
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Bring on the AI nurses, says process automation firm founder

AI integration in healthcare is being explored to enhance patient experience and alleviate staffing issues.
Starting with low-risk areas like patient-facing chats can help introduce AI into healthcare settings. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Doctors Using AI to Automatically Generate Clinical Notes on Patients

AI tools like DAX Copilot are helping doctors automate clinical notes efficiently.
AI-powered transcription tools improve physician efficiency and patient experiences. [ more ]
Hubspot
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How Healthcare Businesses are Using Automation

Healthcare businesses are using AI and automation to streamline processes and improve patient experiences.
Automation and AI can help healthcare businesses reduce workloads and provide better financial sustainability. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
Coronavirus

'Long Covid' blood clues could prompt future trials

People with long Covid show signs of ongoing inflammation in their blood, impacting symptom development.
The severity of initial Covid infection does not predict the likelihood of developing long Covid. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
Public health

NI Health: Hospital treatment in my kitchen was 'tremendous'

Pensioner receives hospital treatment in kitchen and hails it as tremendous
Southern Health Trust's home care service reduces hospital admissions and enables early discharge [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Public health

75% of Americans think they understand their health better than doctors

Many Americans trust social media and health care websites for health advice more than medical professionals.
Americans are increasingly turning to AI, such as ChatGPT, for medical diagnoses and symptom research. [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
London politics

Fewer births may force London maternity services to close

Ensuring equal access to high quality and safe services for pregnant people in North Central London is a priority.
Positive patient experience is also important in providing healthcare services for pregnant individuals. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Wellness

Hospitals Should Be Redesigned to Improve Care

Hospitals are often poorly designed, creating a negative and anxiety-inducing experience for patients and staff.
Improving hospital design can enhance privacy, reduce noise, and create a more peaceful and restful environment. [ more ]
Sun Sentinel
6 months ago
Health

How safe is your hospital? Most in South Florida saw a decline in patient safety ratings

Six hospitals in South Florida received a 'D' grade for patient safety, while only four hospitals earned an 'A' rating.
Florida is one of three states with the most significant decreases in patient experience scores.
Nationally, hospitals scored worse on measures like nurse and doctor communication due to workforce shortages. [ more ]
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