In Canada, over 84% of Canadians report having good or excellent oral health. That said, about 58% of adolescents and 23% of children have at least one decayed tooth and may eventually lose it over time. Losing a tooth not only affects your confidence while smiling or conversing with other people, but it can also cause problems to your overall oral health. This includes jawbone and gum recession, increased risk of gum diseases, crooked teeth,...
Much has changed in the healthcare industry in recent years, with virtual care becoming the way of life for patients and practitioners. Whether you run a local medical practice or a hospital chain, embracing technology is not a choice. More and more organizations are keen to embrace digital transformation or upgrade their technology solutions if they already have some in place. But you may probably have some qualms about the time and budget for your...
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 275,000 additional nurses will be needed from 2020 to 2030. Employment opportunities for nurses are projected to grow at a rate of 9%. This is faster than all other occupations from 2016 to 2026. Nursing shortage can have a significant impact on the quality of care delivered to the patient. For example, patient-to-nurse ratios can get distorted due to a lack of nurses; patients may...
The search for proper references is a norm in the world of medicine and healthcare. While the introduction of the internet made it easy for researchers and clinicians to access large amounts of vital healthcare data, information overload has made researching time-consuming. Fortunately, using a specifically designed open-source database can improve your search capability. If your previous searches have not been effective and you can’t find the information online though you are certain it exists,...
Social media has become an outlet for self-expression. Users can now create profiles, post statuses, and share photos using emojis and hashtags. But what about a different kind of representation? What about a visual identity that’s as unique as you are? Enter fursonas. In the world of social media, users are creating accounts to represent themselves with animal avatars called “fursonas”— think profile pictures with animal faces instead of human ones. They are a form...
Each decade adds new layers of complexity to the field of nursing. Now more than ever, nurses need to be able to do things like weigh multiple factors when making a choice, research health policy, and work effectively with others. In addition, the increasing need to satisfy the expectations of third-party payers to lower healthcare costs without compromising the quality of treatment is driving the demand for a more significant proportion of BSN-holding nurses in...
The term “out of sight, out of mind” really comes into play when it comes to your balls. We don’t blame you. It can be extremely hard to pay attention to something in your pants when there’s a whole busy world in front of your eyes. Although, the health of your testicles is critical for your overall health. Follow our list down below for some tips on keeping your testes healthy! Your Balls and Why...
Before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, telemedicine was already on its way to changing the phenomenon of healthcare. Fast-forwarding to 2022, it is not just a mere progression but an absolute necessity. Digital healthcare has made it possible to address health issues across remote areas of the world by creating a patient-centered care paradigm. By bridging the gap between professional caregivers and patients, telemedicine can be described as an inestimable blessing imparted by technology...
Technology has made several breakthroughs across various industries. Digitalization and modern tools have made the most progress in the healthcare sector. This growth is excellent news since using tech, patient care, and medical resources has become much more efficient. A significant innovation of the modern healthcare system is the development of a laboratory information system or LIS. Due to technology, medical labs have come a long way from being tucked away in hospital corners to...
One should consider several factors before deciding which weight loss surgery will work best for their body and overall health. Does the person have any serious medical conditions that must be considered when choosing a bariatric procedure? Questions like this should be addressed by a surgeon prior to undergoing any surgical procedure. If someone is not sure what type of surgery is right for them or wants more information about the types of gastric surgeries...
