The Role of AI in Value-Based Care: Driving Efficiency with Better Outcomes

765 ViewsThe healthcare sector is evolving, and slowly but steadily, the focus is shifting from volume towards value, with a clear objective to provide quality care at the lowest price possible. AI is central to this shift, using data guidance to increase efficiency and optimize clinical processes while working to reduce burnout in healthcare. In […]

The Link Between Oral Health and Overall Health: Why Seeing a Dentist Can Save Your Life

927 ViewsWhen you think of oral health, do you limit ideas to your teeth and gums? Let me surprise you: oral health is the gateway to your well-being. The mouth is not just the beginning of digestion; it is a window into your internal health. Such conditions as gum diseases and decaying teeth appear specific […]

Choosing a Maternity Hospital: Why Quality Neonatal Care Matters

706 ViewsSelecting the right maternity hospital is one of the most crucial decisions an expecting mother will make. While many factors come into play, the availability of specialized neonatal care should be at the forefront of your considerations. Neonatal care focuses on the medical needs of newborns, particularly those who may require extra attention due […]

TMS Therapy Breakthrough in the Treatment of Mental Health

1,220 ViewsTMS therapy is an innovative mental health treatment for those patients who have not found relief through more conventional methods, which include medication and psychotherapy. In cities such as Phoenix, Arizona, TMS is a fast-growing trend, offering hope to individuals who, up until this very point, have not been able to find freedom from […]

Pupil Size Changes and Patient Outcomes in Critical Care

1,308 ViewsPupil assessment is a fundamental aspect of neurological examination in critical care settings. Accurate and timely evaluation of pupil size and reactivity can provide crucial insights into a patient’s neurological status. In critical care nursing, the ability to assess and interpret changes in pupil size is essential for early detection of neurological deterioration, guiding […]

Does Legalizing Adult Use Put the Kibosh on Medical Cannabis?

1,631 ViewsMedical cannabis is now mainstream in the U.S. More than three-dozen states and the District of Columbia have seen to that. In addition, just under two-dozen states have chosen to decriminalize adult use. But that leaves me wondering about something: does legalizing adult use put the kibosh on medical cannabis? Common sense would seem […]

Should Doctors Really Be the Ones Recommending Medical Cannabis?

1,807 ViewsIf you want to obtain a medical cannabis card in Utah, you first need to visit a doctor willing to evaluate you and recommend cannabis. Technically, you can also see a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or orthopedist with prescribing authority in the state. But should these types of medical providers really be the ones […]