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NHS in England set to trial a new approach for ethical adoption of AI in healthcare

Biases in artificial intelligence will aim to be eradicated in a world first as the NHS in England trials a new approach to the ethical adoption of AI in healthcare.

8 Feb 2022

Veincentre Birmingham donates socks to the homeless

Veincentre in Birmingham is delighted to show their support for local charity LoveBrum and as well as donating their £1000 to LoveBrum earlier this year will be donating socks to help the homeless this winter.

From Veincentre 8 Feb 2022

Veincentre retains marketing agency for next phase of growth

The UK’s leading varicose vein treatment specialist, Veincentre have retained the services of their marketing partner Open Partners of Manchester to help build on their successes in 2021, to make 2022 the biggest year in their history, in the next phase of their ambitious growth strategy.

From Veincentre 8 Feb 2022

Veincentre announces exciting expansion plans for the new year

The UK’s leading varicose vein and thread vein specialists, Veincentre has today announced exciting growth plans to open 10 more clinics by the end of 2022 with a strong emphasis on investment in staff, equipment and clinics across the UK

From Veincentre 8 Feb 2022

Veincentre Consultant Dr Mark Regi tackles Peru’s Inca Trail for charity

Veincentre Consultant Interventional Radiologist, Dr Mark Regi and his wife Cat will be setting off to South America this September to tackle Peru’s Inca trail. The challenge will see them tackling altitudes of 3.300 m and covering 55 kilometers in aid of Sheffield Childrens hospital.

From Veincentre 8 Feb 2022

Missouri’s war on public health shows extent of national rift

Republican Missouri state Sen. Mike Moon believes that covid-19 vaccinations, especially among children, should cease until the long-term effects are known.

8 Feb 2022

Health care paradox: Medicare penalizes dozens of hospitals it also gives five stars

The federal government has penalized 764 hospitals — including more than three dozen it simultaneously rates as among the best in the country — for having the highest numbers of patient infections and potentially avoidable complications.

8 Feb 2022

Culinary medicine curriculum has a positive impact on outcomes for patients with type 2 diabetes

A culinary medicine curriculum had a positive impact on certain biometric and diet-related behavioral and psychosocial outcomes among low-income, food-insecure patients with type 2 diabetes participating in a clinic-led food prescription program, according to researchers with The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

8 Feb 2022

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches rapid environmental PCR testing solution that detects in-air SARS-CoV-2 pathogens

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. today announced the launch of a new rapid environmental test to help in the fight against COVID-19. The Thermo Scientific Renvo Rapid PCR Test is the latest solution in the company’s in-air pathogen surveillance product portfolio. The Renvo Rapid PCR Test is performed on air samples collected using the company’s Thermo Scientific AerosolSense Sampler.

From Thermo Scientific™ AerosolSense™ Sampler 8 Feb 2022

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

A recent study has found that so-called "drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, allowing public health programs to reach and work with people who use drugs who would otherwise not access services such as HIV testing.

7 Feb 2022

Study highlights the importance of educational attainment for better brain health

A Finnish twin study suggests that the deteriorative effects of cardiovascular risk factors on late-life cognition are stronger in individuals with lower education compared to those with higher education.

7 Feb 2022

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Older adults with dementia or mild cognitive impairment sometimes struggle to remember daily tasks, including managing medications, shopping for groceries and tracking upcoming events, including birthdays, anniversaries or doctor appointments.

7 Feb 2022

Simulation-based training improves surgeons' skills for more complex surgeries, study finds

A large-scale study has found that simulation-based surgical training produced an increase of surgeons' skills for more complex surgeries.

7 Feb 2022

New program for Hispanic patients may reduce colorectal cancer screening disparities

In a recent study, investigators showed that a culturally tailored patient navigation program can improve the rate of colorectal cancer screening among Hispanic adults and potentially help eliminate historical gender disparities in such screening.

7 Feb 2022

New NHS 'My Planned Care' platform will benefit patients waiting for elective surgeries

Patients waiting for elective surgeries will benefit from increased transparency and information sharing following the launch of the new NHS 'My Planned Care' platform.

7 Feb 2022

Ready for another pandemic malady? It’s called ‘decision fatigue’

Most all of us have felt the exhaustion of pandemic-era decision-making. Should I travel to see an elderly relative? Can I see my friends and, if so, is inside OK? Mask or no mask? Test or no test? What day? Which brand? Is it safe to send my child to day care?

7 Feb 2022

Healthcare News

NHS in England set to trial a new approach for ethical adoption of AI in healthcare

Veincentre Birmingham donates socks to the homeless

Veincentre retains marketing agency for next phase of growth

Veincentre announces exciting expansion plans for the new year

Veincentre Consultant Dr Mark Regi tackles Peru’s Inca Trail for charity

Missouri’s war on public health shows extent of national rift

Health care paradox: Medicare penalizes dozens of hospitals it also gives five stars

Culinary medicine curriculum has a positive impact on outcomes for patients with type 2 diabetes

Thermo Fisher Scientific launches rapid environmental PCR testing solution that detects in-air SARS-CoV-2 pathogens

"Drug checking" programs have unexpected benefits, study finds

Study highlights the importance of educational attainment for better brain health

Digital assistants can help older adults with dementia remember daily tasks

Simulation-based training improves surgeons' skills for more complex surgeries, study finds

New program for Hispanic patients may reduce colorectal cancer screening disparities

New NHS 'My Planned Care' platform will benefit patients waiting for elective surgeries

Ready for another pandemic malady? It’s called ‘decision fatigue’

How the tiny-home movement is providing more than just a roof to homeless people

Fuel poverty impacts people’s physical and mental health, study shows

Study looks at rapid antigen vs. PCR tests in the emergency department triage

Assessing public trust and understanding of CDC’s revised COVID-19 guidelines

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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