Severe to extreme drought continues to grip our region as we approach the scorching summer months. While a single heavy rainfall event could potentially replenish our water supply, the unpredictability of rain poses a challenge. What if we embraced a more sustainable approach to water usage, allowing us to conserve and extend our water resources?…
The Department of Health and Human Services is currently seeking feedback on a draft federal health IT strategic plan. Released by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), the plan outlines four key goals: promoting health and Wellness, enhancing care delivery and experience, accelerating research and innovation, and connecting the health…
Join the WHO Air Quality, Energy, and Health Unit for a webinar titled “Clean air for public health – Assessing population exposure to air pollution” on April 22, 2024, from 15:00-16:30 (CEST). Air pollution claims the lives of 6.7 million individuals annually. To safeguard public health and lower mortality rates, reducing population exposure to air…
Ballet dancers often sacrifice their Health for their art, but researchers at the Performing Arts Medicine Clinic at UNT Health Science Center in Fort Worth are investigating the impact on bone health. Dr. Yein Lee, the fellowship director, is particularly concerned about stress injuries and fractures common among dancers. Dr. Stephen Fung, a former competitive…
Frank Lowman, a dedicated excavator operator from Williston, Florida, has proven that resilience and quick action can save a life. After suffering a heart attack that led to cardiac arrest, Lowman’s determination to return to work drove him to seek innovative medical treatment. Thanks to the groundbreaking extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) program at UF Health,…
Luma Health Enhances Security Measures with ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification Luma Health has further solidified its commitment to information security by achieving the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, in addition to its existing HITRUST r2 and SOC 2 Type II certifications. This certification surpasses HIPAA requirements and demonstrates Luma’s dedication to safeguarding data, ensuring compliance, and building trust…
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made a strong case for their Health care agenda during a visit to North Carolina, highlighting the ongoing battle between Democrats and Republicans over access to care. The White House views health care as a winning issue, especially in light of recent challenges faced by Biden on…
