In the face of unprecedented levels of rising demand on our healthcare system, protecting our frontline staff is the No1 priority. Not only because we need them all fully operational, but also out of a duty of care to those who are caring for the vulnerable and infirm. Yet, the unfortunate reality is that frontline staff are at huge risk. From a shortage of appropriate protective equipment to communication shortcomings with whole body protection suits...
The planets, stars and social media have finally aligned to make self-care a mainstream discussion. Self-care is by no means a form of indulgence. Rather it’s a necessity. It’s so easy to lose yourself in the humdrum of non-stop life. Most of us are good at looking after others, but how often do we show ourselves the same generosity? Let the new year, the new decade be an instigator for your love affair with yourself....
Data breaches continue to be reported daily despite the best efforts of companies and organizations to secure their databases as best they can. Hackers are always devising new ways to attack networks and obtain access to valuable company and private consumer data that can be used for fraudulent aims. It is likely that the number of data breaches in 2020 will surpass the number for 2019 for some reasons but mainly because cybercriminals continue to...
Whether you wish to become a general practitioner, a pediatrician, a neurologist, a psychiatrist, or a surgeon, you should seek to reach the pinnacle of your profession. To do that, you’re going to have to resolve to become a great doctor! To find out how you can improve your skills as a professional healthcare provider, be sure to read on. The skills you need to learn If you’re to provide your patients with an optimum...
Reminding patients of their scheduled appointment times is vital for a rendering practitioner to keep their business running smoothly. If you have missed appointments or people running late, it causes a disruption in services for others and prevents the doctor from rendering adequate care. It is not only a waste of valuable time, but it costs the practice money and potential clients. Fortunately, in the age of technology, you can incorporate the use of an...
Orbita Releases New No-cost COVID-19 Chatbot, Enabling Healthcare Organizations to Quickly Integrate Coronavirus Q&A and Screening Tools Into Existing Websites Boston, MA – March 17, 2020 – To assist healthcare organizations in their response to COVID-19, Orbita today announced its new Orbita COVID-19 Virtual Assistant, a turnkey chatbot that can be readily integrated into existing websites to improve access to coronavirus-specific question-answering and screening tools. Orbita is delivering this new solution at no cost to support the many organizations on healthcare’s...
A Healthcare Revolution or Lack Thereof As of 2017, reports indicate that nearly 9 in 10 (86%) of office-based physicians had adopted some form of Electronic Health Record software. This represents a long-awaited shift in healthcare from the safe yet outdated protocols of decades old traditions to a more modern healthcare rooted in technology. One might have suspected that healthcare would be among the first industries to ride the waves of innovation provided by the...
Everyone needs dental care, right? The habits of oral hygiene are deeply rooted in each human being. Parents start teaching their children this early in their childhood. From the moment they can say “aah”, they start saying it in medical examinations and dental chairs. This helps in developing healthy habits and continuing to take care of their teeth and gums after they step into the adult world. But, how well are you versed in dentistry?...
While caregiving can be a very rewarding experience, it is a role that often leads to burn out. There are a lot of tasks to manage and caring for a person often involves mental, emotional and physical support all at the same time. Whether you are caring for a loved one who is aging-in-place or working professionally as a carer, digital tools like home care apps and adult day care software can help caregivers avoid...
Teeth are one of the most important parts of the digestive system. One might think that this is not a part of it, but it is vital to the whole process. The teeth are responsible for the first stages of digestion. Once it passes through these parts, it becomes easier to digest. Also, the aesthetic part of it came with the modernization of human thinking. Dentistry became an integral part of overall health and well-being,...
