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Research published in Paediatrics & Child Health offers a comprehensive guide to healthcare providers on the assessment and management of somatic symptom and related disorders (SSRDs) in pediatric patients. The study highlights the challenges posed by SSRDs, which impact child and adolescent well-being, functioning, and family systems. The Canadian Paediatric
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MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center's Intensive Care Unit has been recognized with the silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence, a prestigious honor bestowed by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). This achievement highlights the team's dedication to outstanding patient care, emphasizing their commitment to patient
Health care industry
Patient advocates from the Philippines emphasized the importance of a multi-sectoral approach to improving access to medicines during the inaugural Southeast Asia Access to Medicine (SEA AtM) Summit held in Bangkok, Thailand. The summit brought together over 100 regional leaders, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and industry players to address the region&
Health care industry
The prior authorization process in healthcare is evolving rapidly, driven by a desire to balance cost containment with efficient and timely patient care. Policymakers, healthcare providers, and insurers are advocating for reforms that promote transparency, streamline administrative burdens, and ensure timely access to necessary treatments. This guide explores the current
Health care industry
Physician Advisors (PAs) are playing an increasingly crucial role in ensuring that hospitals and health systems function smoothly, efficiently, and with a focus on patient-centered care. As healthcare spending continues to rise, the need for professionals who can effectively navigate the intersection of clinical practice and financial stewardship has never
Health care industry
As the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) releases ECCO 4.0, a report that outlines a framework for transforming Ontario's health system, concerns about the current state of hospitals, primary care, home care, and long-term care (LTC) are highlighted. The report emphasizes the need for a
Health care industry
Glimmer Health, a cutting-edge company designed to empower primary care physicians with effective chronic pain management solutions, has been launched by UPMC Enterprises and Redesign Health. This innovative venture aims to address the alarming burden of chronic pain, affecting one in four American adults, by providing evidence-based platforms and dedicated
Epidemics
A new study on implementing evidence-based HIV interventions in the United States has highlighted the challenges and opportunities for Ending the HIV Epidemic in the country. Conducted by researchers from Yale University School of Public Health, the study leveraged a unique capacity-building model that has been instrumental in improving implementation
Evidence-based medicine
Research by the Mid-Atlantic Permanente Research Institute has highlighted the significant progress made in antiretroviral therapy (ART) for individuals with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), enabling them to live a lifespan approaching that of people without HIV. This has led to an increased emphasis on maintaining health throughout the lifespan, with
Evidence-based medicine
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is pushing for better menopause and perimenopause care through improved Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) rebates, increased support for referral pathways, and enhanced education and resources for medical professionals. AMA President Dr. Danielle McMullen wrote to the Minister for Health and Aged Care, Mark Butler, to
Evidence-based medicine
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is advocating for better menopause care in general practice, citing structural and financial barriers to accessing evidence-based care. According to Dr. McMullen, the vast majority of menopause care occurs in general practice, but longer consultations are often required to manage symptoms, and rebates for these
Cancer research
A new study conducted at Orebro University Hospital in Sweden has shed light on the benefits and risks of radiation therapy in prostate cancer treatment. The researchers examined the impact of moderately hypofractionated prostate-only radiotherapy versus whole-pelvis radiation therapy on prognosis, toxicity, and quality of life in patients with high-risk
