A recent study states that Covid-19 reinfections could pose additional risks to people’s long-term health – as compared to only getting Covid once – however some infectious disease experts in the US disagree that there is evidence showing repeat infections are more dangerous. The issue of the impact of repeated infections is becoming a crucial […]
By DONNA SCHAIBLEYState Representative Lawmakers recently returned to the Statehouse for the start of the 2023 legislative session, which runs through the end of April. This year I’ll be focused on issues that matter to all of us like ensuring Indiana remains fiscally responsible, addressing health care costs and increased educational opportunities for all. First […]
Douglas Insights The Portable Medical Electronic Devices research explains competition strategies, major market players, significant developments, market segmentation, top market drivers, market barriers, prospects, and market trends for the future. Douglas, Jan. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Electronic equipment that is frequently used to monitor, manage, and operate medical problems is referred to as portable […]
Xavier University of Louisiana, a historically Black university, and Ochsner Health, a health-care system in the state, announced plans to jointly establish a new medical school. The goal is to help diversify the medical workforce in Louisiana and nationwide. “Representation among medical practitioners is critical for our communities, because representation means greater quality of care, […]
By Dr. Conway McLean, DABFAS, FAPWHc Joe went to his doctor after suffering for over a year. His pain was not debilitating (not yet anyway), but he simply didn’t want to do much, at least anything active, since it meant more discomfort. Joe wasn’t particularly fond of the sensations coming from the bottom of his […]
The Portage Health Foundation is supporting a new scholarship aimed at helping medical students who wish to practice in the Upper Peninsula. The grants are being provided to students at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, UP Campus, which is headquartered at UP Health System-Marquette. The first four recipients are: • Dominique Aleo of […]
CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Carter Marie, center, held by her mothers, Ashley, left, and Nichole Eubanks, right. GRINNELL — UnityPoint Health – Grinnell Regional Medical Center (GRMC) celebrated the arrival of the first baby of 2023 at 6:53 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 6. Ashley and Nichole Eubanks of Tama welcomed a daughter, Carter Marie. She weighed 6 […]
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There is nothing like a health condition to offer a strong dose of humility. In the past couple of years, I’ve dealt with a few — melanoma, chronic migraines, debilitating tendonitis, a whole mess of dental troubles caused by missing adult teeth. I’m usually adept at finding answers and giving advice, but, because I’ve been […]
The independent-practice coalition Strategic Radiology has founded a captive health insurance program, aka a “self-insured” or “self-funded” plan, which it will offer to its 1,500 or so member physicians and their respective support staffs. Calling the operation SR Health, the 33-group alliance says the endeavor should help participants save 30% or so on premium […]
Logan Health will host a stationary bike relay event on March 11 to support Montana’s youth under 21 years old that face medical hardships. With a goal of raising $100,000, all proceeds from the event will benefit Montana’s youth impacted by medical hardships. “Families across Montana are struggling with expenses related to their medical conditions,” […]