DiseasesChemicals and DrugsAnthropology, Education, Sociology and Social PhenomenaHealth Care
Myelodysplastic SyndromesNeutropeniaMycosesAntifungal AgentsCandidiasis, InvasiveFeverTriazolesRicinCivil DefenseDisaster PlanningSmallpox VaccinePatient Education as Topiccdc25 Phosphatasescdc42 GTP-Binding Protein
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Clonal hematopoietic stem cell disorders characterized by dysplasia in one or more hematopoietic cell lineages. They predominantly affect patients over 60, are considered preleukemic conditions, and have high probability of transformation into ACUTE MYELOID LEUKEMIA.
Neutropenia
A decrease in the number of NEUTROPHILS found in the blood.
Mycoses
Mycoses are a group of diseases caused by fungal pathogens that can infect various tissues and organs, potentially leading to localized or systemic symptoms, depending on the immune status of the host.
Antifungal Agents
Substances that destroy fungi by suppressing their ability to grow or reproduce. They differ from FUNGICIDES, INDUSTRIAL because they defend against fungi present in human or animal tissues.
Candidiasis, Invasive
An important nosocomial fungal infection with species of the genus CANDIDA, most frequently CANDIDA ALBICANS. Invasive candidiasis occurs when candidiasis goes beyond a superficial infection and manifests as CANDIDEMIA, deep tissue infection, or disseminated disease with deep organ involvement.
Fever
An abnormal elevation of body temperature, usually as a result of a pathologic process.
Triazoles
Triazoles are a class of antifungal drugs that contain a triazole ring in their chemical structure and work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, thereby disrupting the integrity and function of the membrane.
Ricin
A protein phytotoxin from the seeds of Ricinus communis, the castor oil plant. It agglutinates cells, is proteolytic, and causes lethal inflammation and hemorrhage if taken internally.
Civil Defense
Preventive emergency measures and programs designed to protect the individual or community in times of hostile attack.
Disaster Planning
Procedures outlined for the care of casualties and the maintenance of services in disasters.
Smallpox Vaccine
A live VACCINIA VIRUS vaccine of calf lymph or chick embryo origin, used for immunization against smallpox. It is now recommended only for laboratory workers exposed to smallpox virus. Certain countries continue to vaccinate those in the military service. Complications that result from smallpox vaccination include vaccinia, secondary bacterial infections, and encephalomyelitis. (Dorland, 28th ed)
Patient Education as Topic
The teaching or training of patients concerning their own health needs.
cdc25 Phosphatases
A subclass of dual specificity phosphatases that play a role in the progression of the CELL CYCLE. They dephosphorylate and activate CYCLIN-DEPENDENT KINASES.
cdc42 GTP-Binding Protein
A member of the Rho family of MONOMERIC GTP-BINDING PROTEINS. It is associated with a diverse array of cellular functions including cytoskeletal changes, filopodia formation and transport through the GOLGI APPARATUS. This enzyme was formerly listed as EC 3.6.1.47.

Patient removals from general practitioner lists in Northern Ireland: 1987-1996. (1/1054)

BACKGROUND: Being struck off a general practitioner's list is a major event for patients and a subject for much media attention. However, it has not hitherto received much research attention. AIMS: To quantify the numbers of patients removed at doctors' request in Northern Ireland between 1987 and 1996. To describe the characteristics of those removed and to determine if the rate of removal has increased. METHODS: This is a descriptive epidemiological study involving a secondary data analysis of records held by the Central Services Agency. RESULTS: Six thousand five hundred and seventy-eight new patients were removed at general practitioner (GP) request between 1987 and 1996. This equated to 3920 removal decisions, a rate of 2.43 per 10,000 person-years. The very young and young adults had the highest rates of removal; most of the young being removed as part of a family. Ten point six per cent of removed patients had a repeat removal, and 16.3% of first removal decisions required an assignment to another practice. Family removals have decreased and individual removals have increased over the 10 years. Disadvantaged and densely populated areas with high population turnover were associated with higher rates of removal, though heterogeneity is evident between general practitioners serving similar areas. Compared to the period 1987 to 1991, removal rates for the years 1992 to 1993 were reduced by 20.0% (95% confidence interval (CI) for rate ratio (RR) 0.73-0.87), and those for the years 1994 to 1996 increased by 8% (95% CI = 1.01-1.16). The greatest increase was in the over-75 years age group (standardized RR = 1.60; 95% CI = 1.57-1.62). CONCLUSIONS: Removals are relatively rare events for both patients and practices, though they have been increasing in recent years. Further research is needed to understand the processes that culminate in a removal.  (+info)

Differences in physician compensation for cardiovascular services by age, sex, and race. (2/1054)

The purpose was to determine whether physicians receive substantially less compensation from patient groups (women, older patients, and nonwhite patients) that are reported to have low rates of utilization of cardiovascular services. Over an 18-month period we collected information on payments to physicians by 3,194 consecutive patients who underwent stress testing an 833 consecutive patients who underwent percutaneous coronary angioplasty at the Yale University Cardiology Practice. Although the charges for procedures were not related to patient characteristics, there were large and significant differences in payment to physicians based on age, sex, and race. For example, physicians who performed percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty received at least $2,500 from, or on behalf of, 72% of the patients 40 to 64 years old, 22% of the patients 65 to 74 years old, and 3% of the patients 75 years and older (P < 0.001); from 49% of the men and 28% of the women (P < 0.001); and 42% of the whites and 31% of the nonwhites (P < 0.001). Similar differences were observed for stress testing. These associations were largely explained by differences in insurance status.  (+info)

Who should determine the medical necessity of dental sedation and general anesthesia? A clinical commentary supported by Illinois patient and practitioner surveys. (3/1054)

Many third-party payers try to deny benefits for dental sedation and general anesthesia. The term "not medically necessary" is often applied to these services by third-party payers. The label is poorly defined and varies from payer to payer. This paper uses original practitioner and patient opinion surveys to support the position that the definition of medical necessity is solely the joint responsibility of the patient and his/her physician. These surveys also support the argument that both patients and practitioners view dental sedation and general anesthesia as a medically necessary procedure if it allows a patient to complete a medically necessary surgical procedure that he/she might otherwise avoid.  (+info)

Sexual harassment of psychiatric trainees: experiences and attitudes. (4/1054)

A survey was carried out of psychiatric trainees' work-related experiences of unwanted sexual contact. A structured postal questionnaire was administered to 100 psychiatric trainees from senior house officer to specialist registrar level in a large psychiatric rotation. There was an 85% response rate; 86% (73) of the sample had experienced unwanted sexual contact, with 47% (40) experiencing deliberate touching, leaning over or cornering, and 18% (15) receiving letters, telephone calls or material of a sexual nature. Three-quarters (64) of respondents had experienced unwanted sexual contact from patients and 64% (54) from staff. Experiences and attitudes did not generally differ by gender, grade or training experience. Four out of 48 female respondents described stalking by patients. Of the 39 respondents who had reported harassment by patients, 31 felt supported by colleagues, while of the 13 who had reported harassment by colleagues, eight felt supported. Two-thirds of the respondents considered sexual harassment 'some-times' or 'frequently' a problem for the profession. Diagnoses of confusional states, mania or schizophrenia made subjects less likely to consider unwanted sexual behaviour to be 'sexual harassment' (86%, 80%, and 67%, respectively), but not for other diagnoses. Levels of threatening and intrusive sexual harassment are unacceptably high in this study group. Health trusts should adopt policies of 'zero tolerance' and all incidents should be reported. Psychological impact on victims should be acknowledged even when the behaviour of the perpetrator can be explained by diagnosis.  (+info)

Erosion in medical students' attitudes about telling patients they are students. (5/1054)

OBJECTIVE: To study the attitudes of preclinical and clinical medical students toward the importance of telling patients they are students, and to compare their attitudes with those of patients. METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional survey of medical students from five Philadelphia medical schools, and a longitudinal follow-up in one medical school, to assess the importance students place on telling patients they are medical students before interacting with them. We asked similar questions of 100 general medical outpatients from two academically affiliated hospitals. MAIN RESULTS: In total, 2,603 students (58%) responded to the cross-sectional survey, 74 (50%) responded to the longitudinal survey, and 100 patients responded to our interview survey (94% response rate). In the cross-sectional survey, there were negligible differences in the importance that patients and medical students placed on informing alert patients that they are interacting with students in nonsurgical settings. In surgical settings involving anesthetized patients, patients placed significantly more importance on being informed of students' roles in their surgery than did students, and preclinical students placed more importance on this than did clinical students. Results from the cross-sectional survey were supported by the longitudinal survey, in which fourth-year medical students placed significantly less importance on informing patients of their student status than the same cohort had done 2 years previously. CONCLUSIONS: Medical students place less importance on informing patients about their student status than patients desire, especially in surgical settings in which the patient is to be anesthetized. Medical students already having completed a clinical rotation stray further from patient ideals than preclinical medical students. These findings suggest that, as medical students advance in their training, they suffer an erosion in their attitudes about telling patients they are students.  (+info)

The 'pill scare': the responses of authorities, doctors and patients using oral contraception. (6/1054)

In October 1995, the regulatory authority in the UK issued a warning about an increased risk of venous thromboembolism in women taking third-generation combined oral contraceptives. This was done before publication of the scientific papers involved, and resulted in a huge media 'pill scare'. The manner in which the information was released has been criticised, as many doctors did not receive their 'Dear Doctor' letter from the regulatory authority until after media reporting. The result of the scare has been a loss of confidence in the oral contraceptive pill in general, and a rise in abortion rates.  (+info)

Physicians' experiences with the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. (7/1054)

BACKGROUND: Physician-assisted suicide was legalized in Oregon in October 1997. There are data on patients who have received prescriptions for lethal medications and died after taking the medications. There is little information, however, on physicians' experiences with requests for assistance with suicide. METHODS: Between February and August 1999, we mailed a questionnaire to physicians who were eligible to prescribe lethal medications under the Oregon Death with Dignity Act. RESULTS: Of 4053 eligible physicians, 2649 (65 percent) returned the survey. Of the respondents, 144 (5 percent) had received a total of 221 requests for prescriptions for lethal medications since October 1997. We received information on the outcome in 165 patients (complete information for 143 patients and partial for on an additional 22). The mean age of the patients was 68 years; 76 percent had an estimated life expectancy of less than six months. Thirty-five percent requested a prescription from another physician. Twenty-nine patients (18 percent) received prescriptions, and 17 (10 percent) died from administering the prescribed medication. Twenty percent of the patients had symptoms of depression; none of these patients received a prescription for a lethal medication. In the case of 68 patients, including 11 who received prescriptions and 8 who died by taking the prescribed medication, the physician implemented at least one substantive palliative intervention, such as control of pain or other symptoms, referral to a hospice program, a consultation, or a trial of antidepressant medication. Forty-six percent of the patients for whom substantive interventions were made changed their minds about assisted suicide, as compared with 15 percent of those for whom no substantive interventions were made (P<0.001). CONCLUSIONS: Our data indicate that in Oregon, physicians grant about 1 in 6 requests for a prescription for a lethal medication and that 1 in 10 requests actually result in suicide. Substantive palliative interventions lead some--but not all--patients to change their minds about assisted suicide.  (+info)

Proposing phase I studies: patients', relatives', nurses' and specialists' perceptions. (8/1054)

PURPOSE: As of now the primary objective of studies on informed consent in phase I trials has been to assess patients' expectations and reasons for participation. We have previously shown that the quantity of information provided through a procedure of subsequent oral interviews with patients was adequate while the attention paid by the physician to the emotional needs and concerns of patients was not. We wanted therefore to assess and compare the perceptions of the information provided about the investigational study of patients, relatives, the research nurse and the investigator responsible for the phase I trial and the impact this information had on the patients' level of anxiety and depression. PATIENTS AND METHODS: The participation to a phase I study was proposed to patients through two subsequent interviews, the latter attended also by patients' relatives, the research nurse and the investigator coordinating the phase I trial. After the second interview, attendees were requested to complete a questionnaire assessing the principal reason for participating in the study and the informative, emotional and interactive dimension of the information. Patients were also requested to complete the Hospital Anxiety and Depression (HAD) scale before and after the second interview. RESULTS: The completed questionnaires of 31 of 42 patients were retrieved and analysed. The possibility to benefit from the study was indicated as the main reason for participating by 59% of the patients while it was judged to be the case in 78% and 86% of the patients by the nurse and the investigator, respectively. The information was judged to be clear and sufficient in almost all cases by all attendees, while the investigator judged that a lower percentage of patients felt at ease and could express their main worries during the interview, had been helped and were less worried after it than it was judged by the nurse and the relatives. Patients' state of anxiety and depression was not adversely affected by the information provided. CONCLUSIONS: Informing patients on the option of receiving an investigational treatment within a phase I study is feasible and can be done in a way felt appropriate by patients and relatives, nursing and medical professionals. Providing information in an appropriate manner does not increase patients' anxiety and depression. Divergence between the aims and interests of the investigators and patients might explain the difference in the evaluation of physician, a problem which could perhaps be partially overcome by the application of innovative phase I designs.  (+info)

Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of diverse bone marrow disorders characterized by dysplasia and ineffective hematopoiesis, often resulting in cytopenias, increased risk of transformation to acute myeloid leukemia, and varied clinical outcomes.

Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) are a group of diverse bone marrow disorders characterized by dysplasia (abnormal development or maturation) of one or more types of blood cells or by ineffective hematopoiesis, resulting in cytopenias (lower than normal levels of one or more types of blood cells). MDS can be classified into various subtypes based on the number and type of cytopenias, the degree of dysplasia, the presence of ring sideroblasts, and cytogenetic abnormalities.

The condition primarily affects older adults, with a median age at diagnosis of around 70 years. MDS can evolve into acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in approximately 30-40% of cases. The pathophysiology of MDS involves genetic mutations and chromosomal abnormalities that lead to impaired differentiation and increased apoptosis of hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells, ultimately resulting in cytopenias and an increased risk of developing AML.

The diagnosis of MDS typically requires a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, along with cytogenetic and molecular analyses to identify specific genetic mutations and chromosomal abnormalities. Treatment options for MDS depend on the subtype, severity of cytopenias, and individual patient factors. These may include supportive care measures, such as transfusions and growth factor therapy, or more aggressive treatments, such as chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation.

Neutropenia is a condition characterized by an abnormally low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in fighting off bacterial and fungal infections, making individuals more susceptible to infectious complications.

Neutropenia is a condition characterized by an abnormally low concentration (less than 1500 cells/mm3) of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in fighting off bacterial and fungal infections. Neutrophils are essential components of the innate immune system, and their main function is to engulf and destroy microorganisms that can cause harm to the body.

Neutropenia can be classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on the severity of the neutrophil count reduction:

* Mild neutropenia: Neutrophil count between 1000-1500 cells/mm3
* Moderate neutropenia: Neutrophil count between 500-1000 cells/mm3
* Severe neutropenia: Neutrophil count below 500 cells/mm3

Severe neutropenia significantly increases the risk of developing infections, as the body's ability to fight off microorganisms is severely compromised. Common causes of neutropenia include viral infections, certain medications (such as chemotherapy or antibiotics), autoimmune disorders, and congenital conditions affecting bone marrow function. Treatment for neutropenia typically involves addressing the underlying cause, administering granulocyte-colony stimulating factors to boost neutrophil production, and providing appropriate antimicrobial therapy to prevent or treat infections.

Mycoses are a group of diseases caused by fungal pathogens that can infect various tissues and organs, potentially leading to localized or systemic symptoms, depending on the immune status of the host.

Mycoses are a group of diseases caused by fungal infections. These infections can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, nails, hair, lungs, and internal organs. The severity of mycoses can range from superficial, mild infections to systemic, life-threatening conditions, depending on the type of fungus and the immune status of the infected individual. Some common types of mycoses include candidiasis, dermatophytosis, histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis, and aspergillosis. Treatment typically involves antifungal medications, which can be topical or systemic, depending on the location and severity of the infection.

Antifungal agents are medications used to treat, prevent or manage fungal infections, by inhibiting the growth and development of fungi or destroying fungal cells.

Antifungal agents are a type of medication used to treat and prevent fungal infections. These agents work by targeting and disrupting the growth of fungi, which include yeasts, molds, and other types of fungi that can cause illness in humans.

There are several different classes of antifungal agents, including:

1. Azoles: These agents work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of fungal cell membranes. Examples of azole antifungals include fluconazole, itraconazole, and voriconazole.
2. Echinocandins: These agents target the fungal cell wall, disrupting its synthesis and leading to fungal cell death. Examples of echinocandins include caspofungin, micafungin, and anidulafungin.
3. Polyenes: These agents bind to ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane, creating pores that lead to fungal cell death. Examples of polyene antifungals include amphotericin B and nystatin.
4. Allylamines: These agents inhibit squalene epoxidase, a key enzyme in ergosterol synthesis. Examples of allylamine antifungals include terbinafine and naftifine.
5. Griseofulvin: This agent disrupts fungal cell division by binding to tubulin, a protein involved in fungal cell mitosis.

Antifungal agents can be administered topically, orally, or intravenously, depending on the severity and location of the infection. It is important to use antifungal agents only as directed by a healthcare professional, as misuse or overuse can lead to resistance and make treatment more difficult.

Invasive candidiasis is a severe and potentially life-threatening fungal infection caused by the Candida species, which spreads through the bloodstream and infects internal organs, resulting in systemic inflammation and damage to major body systems.

Invasive candidiasis is a serious and potentially life-threatening fungal infection caused by the Candida species, most commonly Candida albicans. It occurs when the fungus invades normally sterile areas of the body, such as the bloodstream, heart, brain, or eyes. Invasive candidiasis can cause a variety of symptoms depending on the site of infection, and may include fever, chills, hypotension, sepsis, organ dysfunction, and skin lesions.

Risk factors for invasive candidiasis include prolonged use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, immunosuppression, indwelling catheters, recent surgery, critical illness, and underlying medical conditions such as diabetes or cancer. Diagnosis typically involves blood cultures and sometimes tissue biopsy, and treatment usually requires intravenous antifungal medications such as echinocandins, fluconazole, or amphotericin B. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential to prevent serious complications and improve outcomes.

A fever, also known as pyrexia, is a temporary elevation of body temperature above the normal range, generally over 38°C (100.4°F), due to an immune response to various causes like infections, inflammations, or diseases.

Fever, also known as pyrexia or febrile response, is a common medical sign characterized by an elevation in core body temperature above the normal range of 36.5-37.5°C (97.7-99.5°F) due to a dysregulation of the body's thermoregulatory system. It is often a response to an infection, inflammation, or other underlying medical conditions, and it serves as a part of the immune system's effort to combat the invading pathogens or to repair damaged tissues.

Fevers can be classified based on their magnitude:

* Low-grade fever: 37.5-38°C (99.5-100.4°F)
* Moderate fever: 38-39°C (100.4-102.2°F)
* High-grade or severe fever: above 39°C (102.2°F)

It is important to note that a single elevated temperature reading does not necessarily indicate the presence of a fever, as body temperature can fluctuate throughout the day and can be influenced by various factors such as physical activity, environmental conditions, and the menstrual cycle in females. The diagnosis of fever typically requires the confirmation of an elevated core body temperature on at least two occasions or a consistently high temperature over a period of time.

While fevers are generally considered beneficial in fighting off infections and promoting recovery, extremely high temperatures or prolonged febrile states may necessitate medical intervention to prevent potential complications such as dehydration, seizures, or damage to vital organs.

Triazoles are a class of antifungal drugs that contain a triazole ring in their chemical structure and work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, thereby disrupting the integrity and function of the membrane.

Triazoles are a class of antifungal medications that have broad-spectrum activity against various fungi, including yeasts, molds, and dermatophytes. They work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, leading to increased permeability and disruption of fungal growth. Triazoles are commonly used in both systemic and topical formulations for the treatment of various fungal infections, such as candidiasis, aspergillosis, cryptococcosis, and dermatophytoses. Some examples of triazole antifungals include fluconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, and posaconazole.

Ricin is a highly toxic protein derived from the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis) that can inhibit protein synthesis and cause harmful reactions when ingested, inhaled, or injected, potentially leading to severe illness or death.

Ricin is defined as a highly toxic protein that is derived from the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). It can be produced as a white, powdery substance or a mistable aerosol. Ricin works by getting inside cells and preventing them from making the proteins they need. Without protein, cells die. Eventually, this can cause organ failure and death.

It is not easily inhaled or absorbed through the skin, but if ingested or injected, it can be lethal in very small amounts. There is no antidote for ricin poisoning - treatment consists of supportive care. Ricin has been used as a bioterrorism agent in the past and continues to be a concern due to its relative ease of production and potential high toxicity.

"Civil Defense" in a medical context refers to emergency preparedness and protection measures implemented by civilian authorities to safeguard the public from potential threats such as natural disasters, industrial accidents, or terrorist attacks, which may include mass casualty incidents requiring coordinated healthcare responses.

Civil defense refers to the measures taken by a government or organization to protect its citizens from military attack, sabotage, or other hostile actions. These measures may include evacuation plans, emergency response procedures, and the construction of protective structures such as bomb shelters. In the medical field, civil defense efforts might also involve planning for the provision of healthcare services during and after a disaster or emergency situation. This could include establishing alternate care sites, coordinating with volunteer organizations to provide medical care, and ensuring that medical supplies and equipment are available.

'Disaster planning' in a medical context refers to the process of developing, organizing, and training systems and resources to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies or major disruptions that pose a significant threat to the health, safety, and well-being of patients, healthcare personnel, and communities.

Disaster planning in a medical context refers to the process of creating and implementing a comprehensive plan for responding to emergencies or large-scale disasters that can impact healthcare facilities, services, and patient care. The goal of disaster planning is to minimize the impact of such events on the health and well-being of patients and communities, ensure continuity of medical services, and protect healthcare infrastructure and resources.

Disaster planning typically involves:

1. Risk assessment: Identifying potential hazards and assessing their likelihood and potential impact on healthcare facilities and services.
2. Developing a disaster plan: Creating a detailed plan that outlines the steps to be taken before, during, and after a disaster to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors, as well as the continuity of medical care.
3. Training and education: Providing training and education to healthcare personnel on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
4. Exercises and drills: Conducting regular exercises and drills to test the effectiveness of the disaster plan and identify areas for improvement.
5. Resource management: Identifying and securing necessary resources, such as medical supplies, equipment, and personnel, to support disaster response efforts.
6. Communication and coordination: Establishing clear communication protocols and coordinating with local emergency responders, public health authorities, and other healthcare facilities to ensure a coordinated response to disasters.
7. Recovery and restoration: Developing plans for restoring medical services and infrastructure after a disaster has occurred.

Disaster planning is an essential component of healthcare delivery and is critical to ensuring the safety and well-being of patients and communities during emergencies or large-scale disasters.

Smallpox vaccine is a live attenuated vaccinia virus preparation, administered primarily via scarification or intradermally, that confers immunity to smallpox by stimulating an active immune response, and has been instrumental in the global eradication of smallpox.

The Smallpox vaccine is not a live virus vaccine but is instead made from a vaccinia virus, which is a virus related to the variola virus (the virus that causes smallpox). The vaccinia virus used in the vaccine does not cause smallpox, but it does cause a milder illness with symptoms such as a fever and a rash of pustules or blisters at the site of inoculation.

The smallpox vaccine was first developed by Edward Jenner in 1796 and is one of the oldest vaccines still in use today. It has been highly effective in preventing smallpox, which was once a major cause of death and disability worldwide. In fact, smallpox was declared eradicated by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1980, thanks in large part to the widespread use of the smallpox vaccine.

Despite the eradication of smallpox, the smallpox vaccine is still used today in certain circumstances. For example, it may be given to laboratory workers who handle the virus or to military personnel who may be at risk of exposure to the virus. The vaccine may also be used as an emergency measure in the event of a bioterrorism attack involving smallpox.

It is important to note that the smallpox vaccine is not without risks and can cause serious side effects, including a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), and myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle). As a result, it is only given to people who are at high risk of exposure to the virus and who have been determined to be good candidates for vaccination by a healthcare professional.

'Patient Education as Topic' refers to the process of providing information and resources to individuals about their health conditions, treatments, self-care, and overall wellness, with the goal of empowering them to make informed decisions and engage in behaviors that promote their health and prevent disease.

Patient education, as defined by the US National Library of Medicine's Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), is "the teaching or training of patients concerning their own health needs. It includes the patient's understanding of his or her condition and the necessary procedures for self, assisted, or professional care." This encompasses a wide range of activities and interventions aimed at helping patients and their families understand their medical conditions, treatment options, self-care skills, and overall health management. Effective patient education can lead to improved health outcomes, increased patient satisfaction, and better use of healthcare resources.

CDC25 phosphatases are a group of enzymes that play crucial roles in cell cycle regulation by removing inhibitory phosphates from cyclin-dependent kinases, thereby activating them to drive progression through various stages of the cell cycle.

CDC25 phosphatases are a group of enzymes that play crucial roles in the regulation of the cell cycle, which is the series of events that cells undergo as they grow and divide. Specifically, CDC25 phosphatases function to remove inhibitory phosphates from certain cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs), thereby activating them and allowing the cell cycle to progress.

There are three main types of CDC25 phosphatases in humans, known as CDC25A, CDC25B, and CDC25C. These enzymes are named after the original yeast homolog, called Cdc25, which was discovered to be essential for cell cycle progression.

CDC25 phosphatases are tightly regulated during the cell cycle, with their activity being controlled by various mechanisms such as phosphorylation, protein-protein interactions, and subcellular localization. Dysregulation of CDC25 phosphatases has been implicated in several human diseases, including cancer, where they can contribute to uncontrolled cell growth and division. Therefore, understanding the functions and regulation of CDC25 phosphatases is an important area of research in molecular biology and medicine.

CDC42 GTP-binding protein is a small Rho GTPase that regulates various cellular processes, including actin cytoskeleton organization, membrane trafficking, and gene transcription, by cycling between an active GTP-bound state and an inactive GDP-bound state.

CDC42 is a small GTP-binding protein that belongs to the Rho family of GTPases. It acts as a molecular switch, cycling between an inactive GDP-bound state and an active GTP-bound state, and plays a critical role in regulating various cellular processes, including actin cytoskeleton organization, cell polarity, and membrane trafficking.

When CDC42 is activated by Guanine nucleotide exchange factors (GEFs), it interacts with downstream effectors to modulate the assembly of actin filaments and the formation of membrane protrusions, such as lamellipodia and filopodia. These cellular structures are essential for cell migration, adhesion, and morphogenesis.

CDC42 also plays a role in intracellular signaling pathways that regulate gene expression, cell cycle progression, and apoptosis. Dysregulation of CDC42 has been implicated in various human diseases, including cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and immune disorders.

In summary, CDC42 is a crucial GTP-binding protein involved in regulating multiple cellular processes, and its dysfunction can contribute to the development of several pathological conditions.

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Caregivers4
  • Improving healthcare in ways that matter most to patients, families, and caregivers. (rwjf.org)
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  • Caregivers can offer support by helping patients plan for costs that may accrue from the time of diagnosis through their treatment journey. (mesothelioma.com)
  • With both aging and living with PD associated with increased sedentary behaviors, these results should encourage patients to become more physically active and caregivers, and healthcare providers to facilitate these activities. (sciencedaily.com)
Outcomes7
  • Preventing fungal healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) is a critical part of patient care and outcomes. (cdc.gov)
  • Expanding patients' engagement in their care has been shown to help improve both clinical outcomes and the overall healthcare experience for patients and providers. (rwjf.org)
  • Establish modern digital clinical environments with VMware infrastructure and app solutions, and support an anywhere workforce to improve patient outcomes. (vmware.com)
  • Leverage modern architecture to build cloud-native apps that continuously collect real-world evidence to enhance experiences, deepen engagement and affect outcomes across patient demographics. (vmware.com)
  • Only by working together can we improve outcomes for patients and change the practice of medicine. (novartis.com)
  • Using patient portals to improve patient outcomes: systematic review. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Today the therepeutic medicines and health devices, along with digital health, all add value to patient prefered outcomes and patient safety. (who.int)
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  • Medscape would like to know your opinion about the practice of soliciting patients to raise money. (medscape.com)
  • [3] Most patient portals require the practice to have some type of electronic medical record or patient management system, as the patient data needs to be stored in a data repository then retrieved by the patient portal. (wikipedia.org)
  • While lauding its ease-of-use, some physicians note that it is hard to encourage patients to utilize online portals to benefit both themselves and the medical practice staff. (wikipedia.org)
  • As a result, the fees for care are substantially lower than private practice, making the OHSU Teaching Clinics a great value for patients! (ohsu.edu)
  • The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of surgical patients and safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment. (facs.org)
  • Patients Before Paperwork is an ACP initiative designed to reinvigorate the patient-physician relationship by challenging unnecessary practice burdens. (acponline.org)
  • When you practice medicine, you only get a snapshot of your patients' overall health habits the few times a year they come to your clinic. (surveymonkey.com)
  • The American College of Rheumatology wrote on twitter that it is investigating whether and to what extent "rheumatology providers and patients are experiencing any widespread difficulty accessing methotrexate, or if any initial disruptions are potentially temporary and due to the independent actions of pharmacists trying to figure out what is and isn't allowed where they practice. (reason.com)
  • Patient safety practice refers to processes or structures which, when applied, reduce the probability of adverse events resulting from exposure to the health-care system across a range of diseases and procedures.1 It aims at making health care safer for both clients and staff. (who.int)
Medicines7
  • The Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT) makes it easier for those struggling to afford their medicines to find and learn about various programs that may be available to make prescription medicines more affordable for them, their loved ones or their patients. (phrma.org)
  • Clinical trial volunteers, pharmaceutical researchers and technicians, regulators at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), physicians and patients all rely on the safety and integrity of medicines. (phrma.org)
  • Ensuring patients have access to needed medicines is critical, but the importation of unapproved medicines, whether from Canada or elsewhere in the world, poses a serious risk to public health. (phrma.org)
  • Right to choose source for obtaining medicines or tests: Any registered pharmacy and laboratory is eligible to provide patients with goods and services they require. (wikipedia.org)
  • Professor Kumar, whose team's research article has been published in the journal PLOS ONE , said: "Nanotechnology's role in drug delivery has the power to transform the way patients are given medicines over the next decade or so. (sciencedaily.com)
  • In the case of traditional medicines, such as tablets and capsules, only a limited amount of drug -- thought to be around five to 15 per cent for the majority of compounds -- makes it through the gut into patients' blood. (sciencedaily.com)
  • More than half of these occur in surgical care, and more than half are preventable.2 Unsafe injections, blood and medicines are other important sources of patient harm worldwide. (who.int)
20231
  • Since August 2023, outbreaks of dengue virus (DENV) cells/mm3 for case-patient 1 and 230 cells/mm3 infection have occurred in Italy. (cdc.gov)
Infections7
  • Patients in healthcare facilities, such as a hospital, long-term acute care, or skilled nursing facility, are at risk for infections, referred to as healthcare associated infections (HAIs). (cdc.gov)
  • As a result patients can develop invasive infections, severe infections that affect the blood, heart, brain, eyes, or other parts of the body. (cdc.gov)
  • Patients and their families can learn more about fungal infections and risks. (cdc.gov)
  • Healthcare workers play a role in preventing infections in hospitalized patients. (cdc.gov)
  • Scientists are still learning about which patients are at highest risk and how best to prevent fungal infections. (cdc.gov)
  • The patients who were studied here were enrolled because they acquired their infections upon known close contact to an index case, thereby avoiding representational biases owing to symptom-based case definitions. (nature.com)
  • May 5th is World Hand Hygiene Day We all know that cleaning our hands helps keep threatening germs away, but unclean hands continue to contribute to infections while patients receive care in healthcare settings. (cdc.gov)
American Society2
  • Patient-clinician communication: American Society Of Clinical Oncology consensus guideline. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Joint guidelines for the use of antimicrobial agents for prophylaxis and treatment in neutropenic cancer patients have been issued by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). (medscape.com)
Care56
  • Patient education allows patients to play a bigger role in their own care. (medlineplus.gov)
  • It also aligns with patient- and family-centered care. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Teachers and health care providers need to be able to assess patient needs and communicate clearly. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Often, the first step is to find out what your patient already knows and believes about their health care and condition. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Talk to the health care team members and observe your patient. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Ask if your patient wants other people involved with the care process. (medlineplus.gov)
  • It is possible that the person who volunteers to be involved in your patient's care may not be the person your patient prefers to be involved with. (medlineplus.gov)
  • [1] For example, Intuit Health and Microsoft HealthVault describe themselves as personal health records (PHRs), but they can interface with EMRs and communicate through the Continuity of Care Record standard, displaying patient data on the Internet so it can be viewed through a patient portal. (wikipedia.org)
  • In addition, virtually all patient portals allow patients to interact in some way with health care providers. (wikipedia.org)
  • Global efforts to reduce the burden of patient harm have not achieved substantial change over the past 15 years despite pioneering work in some health care settings. (who.int)
  • However, the benefits of increased access to health care have been undermined by service structures, cultures and/or behaviours that inadvertently harm patients and may lead to fatal consequences. (who.int)
  • Global action on patient safety will enable universal health coverage to be delivered while reassuring communities that they can trust their health care systems to keep them and their families safe. (who.int)
  • Many medical practices and risks associated with health care are emerging as major challenges for patient safety and contribute significantly to the burden of harm due to unsafe care. (who.int)
  • Turn your patients into active participants in their healthcare, not only while they're with their care team but, more importantly, at home where most of their care will take place. (elsevier.com)
  • A study published in Nature Medicine last month found that hair loss was one of a wide range of symptoms that post-COVID patients reported to their primary care physicians. (go.com)
  • Drawing on programs working to advance different aspects of patient-centered care, this collection includes resources aimed at helping to make healthcare information more accessible, deepen relationships between patients and providers, and provide patients greater ownership of their care. (rwjf.org)
  • Our dental practitioners provide affordable and thorough whole-patient focused dental care while meeting the highest standards for patient care at our two locations in Portland. (ohsu.edu)
  • Our team of patient access specialist are here to help schedule your appointment and answer your questions so you can get dental care. (ohsu.edu)
  • The General Dentistry and Specialty Teaching Clinics at OHSU provide comprehensive professional-quality care for our patients and educate the next generation of dentists. (ohsu.edu)
  • A quarter of local health groups in England are asking patients to wait longer for hospital care to bring down NHS deficits, a BBC survey suggests. (bbc.co.uk)
  • The brochure is intended to foster a radiation-safety oriented dialogue between patients and their health care team. (nrc.gov)
  • With the U.S. Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade, ACP will work with state chapters to advocate for patient autonomy and access to reproductive health care services. (acponline.org)
  • And that's unfortunate-because how patients take care of themselves over the weeks and months you aren't able to see them impacts their overall well-being. (surveymonkey.com)
  • We even offer example CAHPS® and AHRQ® surveys, provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which are designed to help you improve patient care and standardize how you monitor patient progress. (surveymonkey.com)
  • Richard E. Kirschner, MD, FACS, FAAP, Chief of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is the co-editor of the textbook Comprehensive Cleft Care , used to train plastic surgeons in the most up-to-date care for cleft patients. (nationwidechildrens.org)
  • The 2000 National Home and Hospice Care Survey (NHHCS), the sixth in a series of surveys (conducted in 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1998, and 2000), provides information on characteristics of agencies providing home health and hospice care services, their current patients, and discharges. (cdc.gov)
  • 70 percent of home health care patients were ages 65 and older. (cdc.gov)
  • Medicare was the primary payment source for most home care patients (52 percent), followed by Medicaid (20 percent) and private sources (17 percent). (cdc.gov)
  • Heart disease (11 percent), diabetes (8 percent), cerebral vascular disease (7 percent), COPD (5 percent), malignant neoplasms (5 percent), congestive heart failure (4 percent), osteoarthritis and allied disorders (4 percent), fractures (4 percent), and hypertension (3 percent) are among the most prevalent admission diagnoses for home health care patients. (cdc.gov)
  • Most patients received medical/skilled nursing services (75 percent), followed by personal care (44 percent) and therapeutic (37 percent) services. (cdc.gov)
  • Approximately 1,355,300 patients were receiving home health care services from 7,200 agencies at the time of the 2000 NHHCS. (cdc.gov)
  • Figures 1 and 2 show the initial growth and recent declines in the number of agencies providing home health care and the number of patients receiving these services. (cdc.gov)
  • The new data tables present characteristics of agencies providing home health and hospice care and the patients they serve. (cdc.gov)
  • The tables are organized by type of care received, home health or hospice, and type of patient, current patient or discharge. (cdc.gov)
  • New information on median length of stay, type of services received (medical/skilled nursing, equipment and/or supplies, personal care, therapeutic, and psychosocial), and types of aids and devices used by patients (sensory and/or dental, mobility, self-care, and medical) are presented. (cdc.gov)
  • Right to emergency care: Public and private hospitals have an obligation to provide emergency medical care regardless of the patients' capacity to pay for the services. (wikipedia.org)
  • Right to transparency in rates, and care according to prescribed rates wherever relevant: Hospitals should display the rates that they charge in a visible manner and patients should receive an itemized bill when payment is required. (wikipedia.org)
  • They asked whether patients had used any complimentary or alternative medicine therapies since starting treatment, and offered examples such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, art therapy, massage, yoga, tai chi, special diets or herbal supplements. (yahoo.com)
  • Non-white patients were more likely to perceive barriers to this type of care. (yahoo.com)
  • All comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S. include programs in integrative medicine that offer patients additional tools to manage the symptoms of cancer as well as side effects from treatment, as well as palliative care at the end of life, Cassileth said. (yahoo.com)
  • Patients considering complimentary medicine to ease symptoms should ensure that the practitioner offering options like yoga or acupuncture is familiar with the side effects of cancer and willing to coordinate care with an oncology team, he said. (yahoo.com)
  • It's very important that they have experience in working with cancer patients, and that they absolutely don't recommend something in place of conventional care," said Cohen, who wasn't involved in the study. (yahoo.com)
  • DSN: CC37.NAMCS90.PATIENTS ABSTRACT This material provides documentation for users of the Micro-Data tapes of the National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey (NAMCS) conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics. (cdc.gov)
  • The National Ambulatory Medical Care Survey provides data from samples of patient records selected from a national sample of office-based physicians. (cdc.gov)
  • Only visits in the offices of nonfederally employed physicians classified by the American Medical Association (AMA) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) as 'office-based, patient care' were included in the 1990 NAMCS. (cdc.gov)
  • Patient Education and Care Instruction Sheets complement the newly developed or revised CSEM and GREM topics. (cdc.gov)
  • These job aids provide general information on various environmental medicine topics and give health-care providers quick, ready-to-use materials to aid in patient care and instruction. (cdc.gov)
  • Patient Education and Care Instruction Sheets are available and downloadable online. (cdc.gov)
  • In health care, an orphan patient is a patient who has been "lost" within the system or has no primary provider overseeing their care. (wikipedia.org)
  • The view from insiders and health care providers is that orphan patients tend to receive inferior care compared to those who have a "gatekeeper" coordinating the medicine. (wikipedia.org)
  • Patrick Sullivan, "Enter the hospitalist: new type of patient creating a new type of specialist," Canadian Medical Association Journal, May 2, 2000 Earliest Citation: Recent media reports have identified a growing problem in Ontario's health care system - the care of "orphan patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • A patient portal is a website for your personal health care. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Therefore, all health-care professionals and institutions have obligations to provide safe and quality health care and to avoid unintentional harm to patients. (who.int)
  • Resolution WHA55.18 of the Fifty-fifth World Health Assembly urged Member States to consider the problem and to establish or strengthen science-based systems necessary for improving patients' safety and quality of health care.7 In addition, the Fifty-seventh World Health Assembly supported the creation of the World Alliance for Patient Safety. (who.int)
  • A study on infection control by improving hand hygiene among health-care workers by systematically using hand rub alcohol before attending to patients is being conducted in Mali. (who.int)
  • Inappropriate funding and unavailability of critical support systems, including strategies, guidelines, tools and patient safety standards, remain major concerns in the Region.8 There is need for investment to enhance patient safety in health-care services. (who.int)
Therapies3
  • The past decade has seen a remarkable number of therapies lead to a dramatic improvement in survival for patients with advanced melanoma. (massgeneral.org)
  • Regular exercise participation is one of the best known therapies for patients with fibromyalgia, a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain and fatigue . (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • The study only included patients with three types of cancer, and it wasn't designed to assess how often or extensively participants might use alternative or complimentary therapies, the researchers acknowledge. (yahoo.com)
Hospitals7
  • Outbreaks of aspergillosis have happened among very sick patients staying at hospitals where there is ongoing construction or renovation. (cdc.gov)
  • Patient portals are healthcare -related online applications that allow patients to interact and communicate with their healthcare providers, such as physicians and hospitals . (wikipedia.org)
  • [2] Some patient portal applications enable patients to register and complete forms online, which can streamline visits to clinics and hospitals. (wikipedia.org)
  • The PCT has also issued instructions to local hospitals that patients arriving at A&E with minor injuries should be redirected to alternative services because it will not pay if they could be appropriately treated elsewhere. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Hospitals also have an obligation to secure patient information from any external threats. (wikipedia.org)
  • Right to second opinion: Patients are entitled to seek a second opinion and hospitals should facilitate any information or records that the patient requires to do so. (wikipedia.org)
  • said the FP [family physician] shortage is so severe in the ring of suburbs surrounding Toronto - the '905 belt' - that dozens of orphan patients are arriving at local community hospitals every day. (wikipedia.org)
Clinicians4
  • With Elsevier's PatientPass and Patient Engagement solutions, you can drive a positive patient education experience for your patients and clinicians. (elsevier.com)
  • While there are still many unanswered questions about COVID-related hair loss, experts say the good news is that it appears to be temporary and clinicians should reassure patients that their hair will very likely grow back. (go.com)
  • Abittan said that to determine the best course of treatment, clinicians should evaluate patients to ensure there are no other underlying causes of hair loss, such as a thyroid issue. (go.com)
  • The authors suggest that, in RA patients with a history of ASCVD, clinicians should consider that the risk of MACE with tofacitinib is higher versus TNFi, while efficacy is similar. (news-medical.net)
Physicians6
  • The topic was examined in our recent article about the American College of Physicians' concerns, " ACP Addresses Ethical Issues for 'Grateful Patients' Physician Fundraising . (medscape.com)
  • Patient portals are also regarded as a key tool to help physicians meet "meaningful use" requirements in order to receive federal incentive checks, especially for providing health information to patients. (wikipedia.org)
  • If you are a new patient, you will need to complete a medical records release form to have your records transferred from your previous physicians. (nova.edu)
  • Although "patients and physicians are aware of the benefit of tamoxifen, they are often not aware of the major survival advantage of physical activity," Dr Frenkel said. (medscape.com)
  • ACP advocates on behalf of internal medicine physicians and their patients on a number of timely issues. (acponline.org)
  • Physicians should clearly explain the risks from receiving the treatment and only administer the treatment after getting explicit written consent from the patient. (wikipedia.org)
Engagement1
  • Patient portals and patient engagement: a state of the science review. (medlineplus.gov)
Populations3
  • Extend the long-term effectiveness of clinical trials, connect to new patient populations, and enable continual data collection and analysis across cloud and edge environments. (vmware.com)
  • We consistently detected sequence-distinct virus populations in throat and lung samples from one patient, proving independent replication. (nature.com)
  • Effects of whole-body vibration exercise on physical function and pain severity in patients with fibromyalgia' will be discussed at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday during the clinical populations session of the American College of Sports Medicine annual meeting in Orlando, Fla. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Treatments10
  • Some are imposing minimum waiting times, while others are telling patients and GPs they won't pay for some treatments until April. (bbc.co.uk)
  • In some areas patients are even finding that certain treatments have simply been taken off the list for NHS funding. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Family doctors have been told they cannot send patients to hospital for a long list of treatments for non-urgent conditions for the last three months of the financial year. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Treatments vary and the NRC staff encourage patients to follow the advice of their physician. (nrc.gov)
  • It includes information and links to medical and patient advocacy references about Iodine-131 (I-131) treatments. (nrc.gov)
  • Legally you are bound to maintain your patients' privacy about health concerns, diagnoses, and treatments. (medicinenet.com)
  • Although such stem cell treatments are still quite new and carry risks, the dire situation of ALS patients shifts the balance of risk and benefit. (technologyreview.com)
  • He offers his antineoplaston therapy under the auspices of clinical trials, but then requires that the patient pay exorbitant sums of money for drugs and treatments, even though requiring patients to pay to be in clinical trials is considered dubious at best and highly unethical at worst. (scienceblogs.com)
  • Patients who were female, age 65 or younger, or college-educated were much more likely than other study participants to expect alternative or complementary treatments to be beneficial, the researchers report online May 26 in the journal Cancer. (yahoo.com)
  • Because PD prevalence will likely increase in future, in part due to life-extending treatments now available, interventions aimed at minimizing morbidity are crucial to reducing the strain on the healthcare system and improving the quality of life for PD patients. (sciencedaily.com)
COVID9
  • Dr. Brian Abittan, the director of skin and hair rejuvenation at Mount Sinai Health System in New York, said that he sees multiple patients a week who have reported hair loss after COVID-19. (go.com)
  • Although more patients are clearly reporting the symptom after COVID , there isn't robust data describing how many patients experience this phenomenon or what factors put someone at risk for it. (go.com)
  • Patients with a history of COVID were nearly four times as likely to develop hair loss than those who weren't infected, the researchers found. (go.com)
  • Additionally, a study in the Lancet journal estimated that 22% of patients who were hospitalized with COVID experienced hair loss after their illness. (go.com)
  • The most common type of hair loss seen in post-COVID patients is telogen effluvium. (go.com)
  • There are a few hypotheses about why infection may be causing hair loss in COVID patients, one of which being patients' heightened state of inflammation. (go.com)
  • Because telogen effluvium is triggered by stress on the body, it may be that patients who were hospitalized with COVID or placed on a mechanical ventilator experience more shedding than patients with mild cases, she added. (go.com)
  • However, she added that the causes of hair loss in patients with severe COVID could be multifactorial, linked to the medications they took or the procedures they underwent. (go.com)
  • Before COVID-19, she said, when she was seeing patients in person, the no-show rate was about 40% to 50%, but now clients rarely, if ever, miss appointments. (chicagotribune.com)
Prevalence1
  • OBJECTIVE: An increased prevalence of atherosclerosis has been shown among patients with hypopituitarism. (lu.se)
Infection4
  • Case- engue virus (DENV) infection is the most prev- patient 2 had fever (maximum temperature 38.7°C), alent arthropodborne viral disease in humans, headache, myalgia, arthralgia, and lymphopenia caused by 4 DENV serotypes widely spread in tropi- until day 7. (cdc.gov)
  • case-patients who had DENV infection and pro- Blood samples were positive at day 17 for case-pa- longed viral shedding during a follow-up period of tient 1 and day 16 for case-patient 2. (cdc.gov)
  • On any given day, about 1 in 25 hospital patients has at least one healthcare-associated infection. (cdc.gov)
  • Following the adoption of Resolution WHA55.18, a number of countries took steps to prevent healthcare-associated infection to improve patient safety in the Region. (who.int)
Appointments2
  • Many portal applications also enable patients to request prescription refills online, order eyeglasses and contact lenses , access medical records , pay bills, review lab results, and schedule medical appointments. (wikipedia.org)
  • Telehealth appointments are available, and we are seeing patients in clinic as need be. (nova.edu)
Clinical trials2
  • Will Clinical Trials Transform Treatment Options For Sarcoma Patients? (forbes.com)
  • Right to protection for patients involved in clinical trials: Clinical trials should comply with all the standards and protocols under the Directorate General of Health Services. (wikipedia.org)
Autonomy1
  • Typically a patient's bill of rights guarantees patients information, fair treatment, and autonomy over medical decisions, among other rights. (wikipedia.org)
Diagnosis5
  • Patients facing a diagnosis of an aggressive, terminal cancer such as mesothelioma face a growing amount of bills, including existing bills, treatment costs and secondary costs. (mesothelioma.com)
  • patients with an admission diagnosis of pneumonia had the shortest length of service (111 days), whereas patients with essential hypertension had the length of service (515 days). (cdc.gov)
  • The Charter of Patients' Rights lists seventeen rights that patients are entitled to: Right to information: Every patient has the right to know what is the illness that they are suffering, its causes, the status of the diagnosis (provisional or confirmed), expected costs of treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • On average, 9% of mesothelioma patients will survive five or more years following their diagnosis. (mesothelioma.com)
  • Patients and their family members may suffer emotionally because of the diagnosis. (mesothelioma.com)
Guidelines1
  • Right to protection of participants involved in biomedical and health research: Studies involving patients should follow the National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical and Health Research Involving Human Participants. (wikipedia.org)
20001
  • The number of patients almost doubled between 1992 and 1996 as well, but by 2000 the number of patients decreased to levels similar to 1992. (cdc.gov)
Psychosocial1
  • Dr. Perez will discuss the importance of attending to the post-treatment psychosocial needs of patients with cancer. (massgeneral.org)
Treatment22
  • She will summarize the Cancer Center's current efforts to improve patients' coping and resiliency after cancer treatment. (massgeneral.org)
  • Cancer and its treatment can cause a considerable amount of stress for patients and their loved ones. (massgeneral.org)
  • A common concern for cancer patients is whether or not their health insurance will cover their treatment. (mesothelioma.com)
  • Patients should have a thorough understanding of primary insurance treatment coverage , as well as any supplemental coverage that may be offered through other insurance types, such as Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits and Social Security. (mesothelioma.com)
  • PCT manage about 80% of the total NHS budget and are responsible for paying the bills for hospital treatment for patients in their area. (bbc.co.uk)
  • They can make patients wait longer as long as they don't break the current government target for maximum waiting time for inpatient treatment which is six months. (bbc.co.uk)
  • A large percent of cancer patients use some form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), typically with the goal of relieving pain and controlling the adverse effects of disease or treatment. (medscape.com)
  • The NRC staff developed a printable brochure to inform patients about radiation safety precautions that they need to follow before, during, and after treatment with radioactive drugs. (nrc.gov)
  • This video may serve as an educational tool providing radiation safety guidance and precautions patients can follow before, during and after treatment with radioactive drugs. (nrc.gov)
  • The NRC staff developed the following information on radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment procedures so that patients will understand the reason for the procedures, the process, and how to reduce radiation exposure to others. (nrc.gov)
  • Maya Buch, lead author on the abstract said 'Overall, these findings further characterize the benefit-risk of tofacitinib by cardiovascular risk category, and provide a means to risk-stratify patients such that tofacitinib can be considered an effective treatment option where appropriate. (news-medical.net)
  • Since patients are willing to take your surveys, stay in touch with them throughout the year to give them the treatment they deserve, and the data control your healthcare organization needs. (surveymonkey.com)
  • Will Near Term Clinical Trial Results Transform Treatment Options For Sarcoma Patients? (forbes.com)
  • The result has been the transformation of treatment paradigms for patients with newly diagnosed and relapsed disease. (forbes.com)
  • As a testament to the overall lack of progress in the treatment of this cancer type, it is sobering to recognize that the most effective drug for the treatment of patients with advanced sarcoma, doxorubicin, was approved in 1975! (forbes.com)
  • Treatment options for advanced sarcoma patients following disease progression on doxorubicin (called refractory disease) are even less palatable. (forbes.com)
  • Right to informed consent: Patients have the right to be asked for their informed consent before submitting to potentially hazardous treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • Additionally, it is against the Charter to deny treatment on the basis of a patients' health condition, including HIV status. (wikipedia.org)
  • Right to choose alternative treatment options if available: Patients have the right to consider treatment alternatives and even refuse treatment. (wikipedia.org)
  • Since ALS patients usually die of respiratory arrest, the researchers hope the treatment will protect motor neurons in the upper spinal cord and prevent or slow the loss of lung function. (technologyreview.com)
  • Unfortunately, Ms. Richmond was one of Burzynski's patients who was desperately trying to raise $50,000 for treatment at the Burzynski Clinic. (scienceblogs.com)
  • By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) - Cancer patients under age 65 are much more likely than older people to explore alternative and complementary medicine for easing their symptoms and side effects of treatment, a new study suggests. (yahoo.com)
Undergone1
Checkpoint1
  • My company, TRACON Pharmaceuticals, for example, is studying the checkpoint inhibitor envafolimab in a trial that enrolls patients with refractory UPS. (forbes.com)
Vaccination2
  • Ocular swab specimens international travel or of yellow fever vaccination remained negative for both patients. (cdc.gov)
  • An ensure law was identified if the facility is required to arrange for vaccination of, or make certain that any HCW/patient has been vaccinated against, any vaccine-preventable disease, unless a medical, religious, or philosophical exemption to the law is specified or the vaccination is refused. (cdc.gov)
Adherence1
Medical7
  • Please do not use this form to submit personal or patient medical information or to report adverse drug events. (medscape.com)
  • What all of these services share is the ability of patients to interact with their medical information via the Internet. (wikipedia.org)
  • You are a medical expert, but you shouldn't expect your patients to understand or use complex medical terminology. (medicinenet.com)
  • As a medical provider, knowing your patients' personal hygiene habits can shed light on health or dental problems they may be having. (surveymonkey.com)
  • Right to records and reports: The patient has the right to access his/her medical records and investigation reports. (wikipedia.org)
  • Older medical references mention the term 'orphan patient' using a different definition, specifically patients with an orphan disease. (wikipedia.org)
  • We urge Member States support the standardisation of the nomenclature by working with existing nomenclatures like the Global Medical Device Nomenclature (GMDN) to support the WHO Global Patient safety action Plan 2021-30 in medication and health device related errors. (who.int)
Assess2
  • The risk of distant recurrence in breast cancer patients is difficult to assess with current clinical and histopathological parameters and no validated serum biomarkers currently exist. (lu.se)
  • The aim of the present study was to assess whether patients with hypopituitarism experience increased cardiovascular, in particular cerebrovascular, mortality. (lu.se)
Adverse4
  • This was based on the observation that RA patients with a history of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (HxASCVD) have a higher risk of major adverse CV events (MACE) with tofacitinib versus TNFi, whereas risk difference is not detected in people with no HxASCVD. (news-medical.net)
  • If you've prescribed medications to your patients, you may be concerned about adverse effects or dose adjustments. (surveymonkey.com)
  • Scientists want to know if nanoparticle-based drugs can have any adverse effects on patients -- and, in particular, if they cause more harm than good in some cases. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Adverse events have been estimated to occur in 4% to 16% of all hospitalized patients. (who.int)
Families2
  • The annual Patients and Families Conference is organized by the Cancer Center's Network for Patients & Families and the Maxwell V. Blum Cancer Resource Program and is made possible by a grant from the Conquer Cancer Coalition of Massachusetts. (massgeneral.org)
  • The video describes techniques that patients or families may be asked to follow by their physician. (nrc.gov)
Symptoms1
  • As a result, said Kaleth, many patients continue to spiral downward, further exacerbating a sedentary lifestyle that often leads to a worsening of symptoms. (medicalnewstoday.com)
Discharge1
  • Right to take discharge of patient, or receive body of deceased from hospital: Patients have the right to be discharged and may not be detained at a health service provider facility because of procedural reasons such as payment disputes. (wikipedia.org)
Survivors1
  • She will also present next steps, including expanding clinical groups for adolescent and young adult survivors, METAvivors, and patients who are Spanish-speaking. (massgeneral.org)
Organization3
  • The major shortcoming of most patient portals is their linkage to a single health organization. (wikipedia.org)
  • If a patient uses more than one organization for healthcare, the patient normally needs to log on to each organization's portal to access information. (wikipedia.org)
  • Since the Supreme Court handed down its ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization , the decision that overturned Roe , one female lupus patient in Virginia and a rheumatology doctor in Chicago say that access to methotrexate has been hindered. (reason.com)
Inhibitors1
  • Similar work was shared by Aymon and colleagues, in their abstract on the incidence of MACE in RA patients treated with janus kinase inhibitors (JAKi) compared to bDMARDs. (news-medical.net)
Experience2
  • Improve patient experience via modern applications. (vmware.com)
  • In addition to grief, many cancer patients experience anger, fear or even guilt. (mesothelioma.com)
Drugs5
  • The NRC staff developed a video, ' Staying Safe While Getting Better, Protecting Yourself and Your Loved Ones While Taking Radioactive Drugs, ' to provide best practices for patients to keep exposure to others as low as is reasonably achievable. (nrc.gov)
  • You can even ask them to send you the names of new drugs other doctors have prescribed so you can keep an updated list of patient medications. (surveymonkey.com)
  • The Charter draws upon different provisions relevant to patients' rights that were previously scattered across the Constitution of India, the Drugs and Cosmetic Act of 1940, the Clinical Establishment Act of 2010, and various judgments by the Supreme Court of India, among other sources. (wikipedia.org)
  • These cost savings could then be reinvested into the research and development of new drugs to treat patients. (sciencedaily.com)
  • With an uptick in anxiety and depression in her primarily Black clientele, she's seeing patients who have been clean for years relapsing on drugs - and citing the coronavirus as pushing them over the line. (chicagotribune.com)
20161
  • As of October 1, 2016, the INIM will no longer accept private insurance and all patients are required to pay for their visit at the time of service. (nova.edu)
Safety6
  • Patient safety is now being recognized as a large and growing global public health challenge. (who.int)
  • The researchers used data from ORAL Surveillance - an open-label, post-authorization safety study that included patients with active RA despite MTX, Everyone was aged 50 or older, and had at least one additional CV risk factor. (news-medical.net)
  • Up until now, little has been known about what happens after nanoparticles circulate throughout the body and if they raise any safety issues for the patient. (sciencedaily.com)
  • In the WHO African Region, understanding of the problems associated with patient safety is hampered by inadequate data. (who.int)
  • A network for patient safety, established as a starting point for further commitment and action in the African Region, convened its first regional workshop in Kigali, Rwanda, in December 2007. (who.int)
  • it describes issues and challenges and proposes actions for improving patient safety in the African Region. (who.int)
Suffer1
  • Health minister Caroline Flint said some areas had to "live within their means" but patients would not suffer. (bbc.co.uk)
Perceive2
  • You may perceive barriers to education, and your patient may confirm them. (medlineplus.gov)
  • These patients, desperate to grasp at what they perceive to be their last chance to live, then do all sorts of desperate things to raise the money, often including all sorts of fundraisers. (scienceblogs.com)
Services1
  • Some patient portal applications exist as stand-alone web sites and sell their services to healthcare providers. (wikipedia.org)
Treating3
  • Treating a patient? (acponline.org)
  • Treating and keeping up with patients alone is a full-time job, but if you're in charge of a health clinic, you also have the extra work of making sure your staff work well together, and that they're satisfied with their work environment. (surveymonkey.com)
  • The observations that an early onset of pituitary insufficiency and female sex are predictors for a high risk for cerebrovascular mortality merit particular attention when treating this group of patients. (lu.se)
Cancer Center2
  • All Mass General Cancer Center current and past patients and their family members and friends are welcome to attend this free annual event. (massgeneral.org)
  • While such providers may be on staff at a comprehensive cancer center, patients should exercise caution when seeking a provider on their own, he noted. (yahoo.com)
Provide1
  • The tables provide the numbers of patients or discharges by sex, race, and various age groups (under 18, 18-44, 45-64, 65-74, 75-84, and 85 years and older). (cdc.gov)
Make6
  • Our prices are significantly lower than area private practices, making OHSU Dental Clinics a great option for patients without insurance or those who want to make their insurance dollars go farther. (ohsu.edu)
  • Patients know they have doctor-patient privilege in your office, but that doesn't make embarrassing conversations any easier. (medicinenet.com)
  • Fitbit, Jawbone) to make it even easier to get a sense of how active patients are throughout the day. (surveymonkey.com)
  • Service providers should make these available upon the patients' payment of any photocopy fees as applicable. (wikipedia.org)
  • Elsewhere, on various patient discussion forums, Burzynski shills make it sound as though Burzynski is the only one who can save patients with stage IV cancer. (scienceblogs.com)
  • An offer law was identified if the facility is required to offer or make available any vaccine to any HCW/patient. (cdc.gov)
Definitions1
  • The appendixes contain sampling errors, instructions and definitions for completing the patient record form, and lists of codes used in the survey. (cdc.gov)
Data7
  • This results in a fragmented view of individual patient data. (wikipedia.org)
  • The InPen ™ is a home-use reusable pen injector for single-patient use by people with diabetes under the supervision of an adult caregiver, or by a patient age 7 and older for the self-injection of a desired dose of insulin and for calculating an insulin dose or carbohydrate intake based on user-entered data. (medtronic.com)
  • In a session titled, From hearts to lungs: comobidities in RA , Delcoigne and colleagues present new data on the risk of ACS in patients with RA who attained remission with methotrexate (MTX) or a tumor necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi). (news-medical.net)
  • You can even ask patients to enter in the data from their fitness tracker or wearable device (e.g. (surveymonkey.com)
  • HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) requires strict compliance for patient data privacy. (surveymonkey.com)
  • There are two important points relative to analyzing data from this micro-data tape that should be noted: 1-Micro-data tape users should be fully aware of the importance of the 'patient weight' and how it must be used. (cdc.gov)
  • Technical Description of Tape Data Set Name: NAMC1990 Number of Reels: 1 Number of Recording Tracks: 9 Density (bpi): 1600 or 6250 Language EBEDIC Parity ODD Record Length: 153 Blocksize: 15,300 Number of Records 43,469 Computer Compatibility IBM 360 OR 370 METHODOLOGY Scope of the Survey The basic sampling unit for the NAMCS is the physician-patient encounter or visit. (cdc.gov)
Support4
  • Learn about the support available to your patient. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Connect with others in support groups for cancer patients, loved ones and people who have lost a loved one, led by oncology social workers. (cancercare.org)
  • Pancreatic Cancer Patient Support Group New! (cancercare.org)
  • Counselors can facilitate or support open communication between patients and their family members. (mesothelioma.com)
Physician1
  • They may give guidance about when patients should contact a physician. (mesothelioma.com)
Mesothelioma Patients1
  • Many mesothelioma patients and their family members have found it helpful to talk with a mental health specialist, such as a grief counselor. (mesothelioma.com)
Improve2
  • Novartis works with the patient community around the world to discover new ways to improve and extend people's lives. (novartis.com)
  • New research concludes that health professionals should be confident about prescribing physical activity to improve the health and quality of life of PD patients. (sciencedaily.com)
Fears2
  • Talk to your patient about worries, fears, and possible misconceptions. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Many patients, however, are averse to participating over fears of pain that may be associated with increased physical activity. (medicalnewstoday.com)
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Patient Harry Styles Fans Can Finally Find Solace in 'Harry's House'
Patient Harry Styles Fans Can Finally Find Solace in 'Harry's House' (studybreaks.com)
Cureus | Assessing the Prevalence of HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 in Lipedema Patients and the Potential Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet
Cureus | Assessing the Prevalence of HLA-DQ2 and HLA-DQ8 in Lipedema Patients and the Potential Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet (cureus.com)
Culture & values - Merck.com
Culture & values - Merck.com (merck.com)
Fenoprofen (Oral Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic
Fenoprofen (Oral Route) Proper Use - Mayo Clinic (mayoclinic.org)
Lilah Fran Morris-Wiseman, M.D., Associate Professor of Surgery | Johns Hopkins Medicine
Lilah Fran Morris-Wiseman, M.D., Associate Professor of Surgery | Johns Hopkins Medicine (hopkinsmedicine.org)
The patients are calling 090720-D-675
The patients are calling 090720-D-675 (powernursestore.com)
Healthy food for cancer patients - Healthy Living
Healthy food for cancer patients - Healthy Living (healthyfitbits.com)
PRIME PubMed | Anatomical and functional macular changes after rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with macula off
PRIME PubMed | Anatomical and functional macular changes after rhegmatogenous retinal detachment with macula off (unboundmedicine.com)
Wann sich Deutschland um Straftaten im Ausland kümmert - Politik - SZ.de
Wann sich Deutschland um Straftaten im Ausland kümmert - Politik - SZ.de (sueddeutsche.de)
Jordana Phillips, MD | Boston Medical Center
Jordana Phillips, MD | Boston Medical Center (bmc.org)
Anna L Goldman, MD, MPH, MPA | Boston Medical Center
Anna L Goldman, MD, MPH, MPA | Boston Medical Center (bmc.org)
John Bernardo, MD | Boston Medical Center
John Bernardo, MD | Boston Medical Center (bmc.org)
Use of high potency statins and rates of admission for acute kidney injury: multicenter, retrospective observational analysis...
Use of high potency statins and rates of admission for acute kidney injury: multicenter, retrospective observational analysis... (bmj.com)
Entertainment News, Celebrity News, Celebrity Gossip - E! Online
Entertainment News, Celebrity News, Celebrity Gossip - E! Online (eonline.com)
Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Infections: Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology
Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Infections: Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology (emedicine.medscape.com)
Pediatric Sepsis: Practice Essentials, Background, Pathophysiology
Pediatric Sepsis: Practice Essentials, Background, Pathophysiology (emedicine.medscape.com)
Third-Degree Atrioventricular Block (Complete Heart Block): Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology
Third-Degree Atrioventricular Block (Complete Heart Block): Background, Pathophysiology, Etiology (emedicine.medscape.com)
Justin Liane Williams | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Justin Liane Williams | Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (choa.org)
Plus it
Plus it (erj.ersjournals.com)
Complementary Therapies Can Boost Cancer Patients' Survival
Complementary Therapies Can Boost Cancer Patients' Survival (medscape.com)
Trends on overdose deaths require specific actions, all-hands approach | American Medical Association
Trends on overdose deaths require specific actions, all-hands approach | American Medical Association (ama-assn.org)
Why the end could be near for prior-authorization faxes | American Medical Association
Why the end could be near for prior-authorization faxes | American Medical Association (ama-assn.org)
Most Kids With Type 1 Diabetes and COVID-19 in US Fared Well
Most Kids With Type 1 Diabetes and COVID-19 in US Fared Well (medscape.com)
Why Refer Your Eye Care Patients to Eyesymmetry Vision Center?
Why Refer Your Eye Care Patients to Eyesymmetry Vision Center? (eyesymmetryvision.com)
St Catherine Hospital | Healthcare Facilities - Human Rights Campaign
St Catherine Hospital | Healthcare Facilities - Human Rights Campaign (hrc.org)
Dr. Kimberly Turner, DMD - 18 Reviews - Savannah, GA | Healthgrades
Dr. Kimberly Turner, DMD - 18 Reviews - Savannah, GA | Healthgrades (healthgrades.com)
Department of Neurology - Medical School - UT Southwestern
Department of Neurology - Medical School - UT Southwestern (utsouthwestern.edu)
MaxPlanckResearch 1/2020 - Plants for Power | Max-Planck-Gesellschaft
MaxPlanckResearch 1/2020 - Plants for Power | Max-Planck-Gesellschaft (mpg.de)
Haute Autorité de Santé - Résultat de recherche
Haute Autorité de Santé - Résultat de recherche (has-sante.fr)