Security of data and confidentiality is an ethical concern and a requirement that therapists must abide by in their line of work. Client confidentiality is not just the details of a therapy session; it also includes the therapy session. Therapists will rarely acknowledge or disclose clients who attend therapy. Therapy is often regarded as a safe place where patients can share their secrets or whatever is bothering them. Such data is a goldmine for cybercriminals,...
Every startup needs to consider how they can use technology to boost their business because this can be an excellent tool that allows you to level the playing field and find success early on. New technology can also be highly complex and expensive, so you need to make sure that you are using the right tech for your operation and not wasting money and resources on technology that you do not need. This can be...
Dealing with depression can be a lifelong battle that inhibits many wonderful people from living their best life. Break the mold now by learning the best ways to ease the discomfort, so you can move forward. While many people seek professional help, sometimes just learning simple tips can be a lifesaver. To learn more about such tips, we conducted an interview with Dr. Cheri McDonald, PhD, LMFT, an expert on complex trauma and PTSD (bio...
Pharmacies play a key role in the lives of the people in the local community. People with numerous health issues usually visit their local pharmacies to find over-the-counter drugs or those prescribed by their doctors to treat various health problems. You and other persons in your community depend on your pharmacy to provide medicines as well as other healthcare services no matter where they are located. Have you ever wondered what the real responsibilities of...
Bridge Patient Portal® announced record growth for 2019 with a 68% increase in its client base–predominantly in organizations with 50 or more providers–and an 85% increase in the number of individual patients hosted in Bridge Patient Portal across the existing and new client base. To learn more about this interesting news, we conducted an interview with John Deutsch, CEO Bridge Patient Portal. 1. Bridge Patient Portal has been experiencing tremendous growth in 2019, what are...
Falls resulting hip fractures cost the NHS and social care a staggering £2 billion pounds a year. Understandably there has been much emphasis in trying to find a solution. The latest in falls prevention are falls protection devices. We discuss what they are and whether they really are the answer. The benefits of fall detection tech The purpose of fall detection technology is to alert loved ones or emergency services, in the event that the...
Think of something and you can probably find an app for it! There are hundreds of apps to choose from whether you have a smartphone, tablet or an iPad/iPhone. We’ve had a look and listed our favourite 6 apps for the elderly. Skype, WhatsApp, Imo Although technically not one app but three, the common factor in all is that they allow video calling for free. All you need is an internet connection, either via your...
Mobility aids are indispensable devices, present in the lives of all people suffering from any kind of temporary or permanent injury, physical disability or old age. All of them require these aids for greater support and stability while walking, preventing falls or in the most serious cases, for moving from one point to another. Now that you can easily buy mobility aids people are able to cope with their injuries and disabilities in a more...
Circumcision is one of the oldest medical practices in human history that is not related to human health. In the Christian Bible, it is stated that to be a true Christian male you must be circumcised. Jews and Muslims also follow the same custom, but it is even stricter because of religious reasons. It is the sign of being a man and anyone who has not undergone this process should be ashamed. According to this...
Clinical trials can be helpful, especially when the outcomes are positive, which could help millions of people later on. One thing that makes this aspect of the medical industry successful is trial technologies, and the following are examples of the most promising. Powered by AI One of the most promising technologies for clinical trials is AI technology that uses algorithms to help patients find a good clinical trial. The AI technology is so sophisticated that...
