- Author: Health Informer
- Filed under: Health News
- Date: Jan 10,2012
Genius Labs is proud to announce the launch of Cram It! a dietary supplement designed to help college students that struggle with procrastination.
It is no secret that college students are among the worst procrastinators. Researchers estimate that 80%-95% of college students procrastinate when it comes to studying or completing assignments. This issue can lead students down a path to subpar performance and even failure. College is also a particularly challenging setting in which to maintain good nutrition.
Many college students eat an unbalanced diet that is heavy on “junk” foods and light on fruits, vegetables and other nutrient-rich foods. The brain requires adequate nutrients to perform at its best so it may not be surprising to learn that studies have positively linked a healthy diet to a higher GPA. Read the rest of this entry »
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- Author: Health Informer
- Filed under: Health News
- Date: Jan 9,2012
The Department of Health will offer free influenza and Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) vaccines at the 2012 Pennsylvania Farm Show, Jan. 9-13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone over six months of age, and receiving a shot in January still provides protection for the rest of this flu season. The Tdap vaccine is a one-time substitute for a Tetanus Diphtheria booster, which is needed every 10 years.
Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive either vaccine. Appointments are not necessary.
The department will also provide information on smoking cessation, lead poisoning prevention, organ donation, Lyme disease and how special populations can prepare for an emergency. Additional vendors will include health and wellness organizations from across the state.
This year, the Department of Health will be featured in the Main Hall located in the Maclay Street lobby area.
The 2012 Pennsylvania Farm Show is the largest indoor agricultural event in the nation, featuring nearly 6,000 animals, 10,000 competitive exhibits and 290 commercial exhibitors. The show runs Jan. 7-14 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg. Admission is free and parking is $10. For more information, visit www.farmshow.state.pa.us.
- Author: Health Informer
- Filed under: Health News
- Date: Jan 7,2012
CMS Will Work to Make Hospitals Track Errors Better Internally But Information Will Be Kept From The Public
A new study released by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) found that hospital employees are only reporting fourteen percent of all medical errors and usually don’t change their practices to prevent future harm to patients.
The study was based on an independent review of patient records. Federal regulations require hospitals to track all medical errors and adverse events that harm patients and to implement preventive measures to protect patients. Only five of the 293 reported cases of medical errors reviewed by federal investigators led to changes in policies or practices by hospitals to prevent harm to patients.
“One in four hospital patients are harmed by medical errors and infections, which translates to about 9 million people each year,” said Lisa McGiffert, Director of Consumers Union’s Safe Patient Project. “Today’s report confirms what many other studies have already documented. Too many hospitals are doing a poor job of tracking preventable infections and medical errors and making the changes necessary to keep patients safe. It’s time that hospitals make patient safety a higher priority.” Read the rest of this entry »
- Author: Health Informer
- Filed under: Health News
- Date: Jan 6,2012
Jonathan Linkous, Chief Executive Officer of the American Telemedicine Association, has shared seven market trends that will shape telemedicine and telehealth in the immediate future. These trends represent major changes from the existing norm, creating new challenges and opportunities for the industry.
1. A Shift away from reimbursement models
Reimbursement has been the Holy Grail for telemedicine in America but the rapid growth of managed care, Accountable Care Organizations and medical homes are changing the way we pay for telemedicine services. One quarter of all Americans—73 million patients—are now covered under a managed care health insurance program. With this shift, the focus of decision-making is gradually turning to local and regional healthcare decision makers. Read the rest of this entry »