Ebony Briscoe is seeking an entry-level position that utilizes her skills and experience. She has a Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Biology from Saginaw Valley State University. Her clinical experience includes volunteering in the pre-op unit at Saint Joseph Mercy Oakland, where she assisted nurses and transported patients. Currently she works as an Administrative Assistant and Office Manager at Packard Group Inc., maintaining office services, preparing payroll, and performing clerical duties. She also has experience working as a Deli Clerk and Clerical Office Assistant. Her computer skills and certifications in CPR, First Aid, and MORC Billing make her well-qualified for the healthcare field or an office setting.
CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing tool, holds immense potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and our understanding of life. But like any powerful tool, it comes with ethical considerations.
Unveiling CRISPR: This naturally occurring bacterial defense system (crRNA & Cas9 protein) fights viruses. Scientists repurposed it for precise gene editing (correction, deletion, insertion) by targeting specific DNA sequences.
The Promise: CRISPR offers exciting possibilities:
Gene Therapy: Correcting genetic diseases like cystic fibrosis.
Agriculture: Engineering crops resistant to pests and harsh environments.
Research: Studying gene function to unlock new knowledge.
The Peril: Ethical concerns demand attention:
Off-target Effects: Unintended DNA edits can have unforeseen consequences.
Eugenics: Misusing CRISPR for designer babies raises social and ethical questions.
Equity: High costs could limit access to this potentially life-saving technology.
The Path Forward: Responsible development is crucial:
International Collaboration: Clear guidelines are needed for research and human trials.
Public Education: Open discussions ensure informed decisions about CRISPR.
Prioritize Safety and Ethics: Safety and ethical principles must be paramount.
CRISPR offers a powerful tool for a better future, but responsible development and addressing ethical concerns are essential. By prioritizing safety, fostering open dialogue, and ensuring equitable access, we can harness CRISPR's power for the benefit of all. (2998 characters)
Health Education on prevention of hypertensionRadhika kulvi
Hypertension is a chronic condition of concern due to its role in the causation of coronary heart diseases. Hypertension is a worldwide epidemic and important risk factor for coronary artery disease, stroke and renal diseases. Blood pressure is the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels and is sufficient to maintain tissue perfusion during activity and rest. Hypertension is sustained elevation of BP. In adults, HTN exists when systolic blood pressure is equal to or greater than 140mmHg or diastolic BP is equal to or greater than 90mmHg. The
Medical Technology Tackles New Health Care Demand - Research Report - March 2...pchutichetpong
M Capital Group (“MCG”) predicts that with, against, despite, and even without the global pandemic, the medical technology (MedTech) industry shows signs of continuous healthy growth, driven by smaller, faster, and cheaper devices, growing demand for home-based applications, technological innovation, strategic acquisitions, investments, and SPAC listings. MCG predicts that this should reflects itself in annual growth of over 6%, well beyond 2028.
According to Chris Mouchabhani, Managing Partner at M Capital Group, “Despite all economic scenarios that one may consider, beyond overall economic shocks, medical technology should remain one of the most promising and robust sectors over the short to medium term and well beyond 2028.”
There is a movement towards home-based care for the elderly, next generation scanning and MRI devices, wearable technology, artificial intelligence incorporation, and online connectivity. Experts also see a focus on predictive, preventive, personalized, participatory, and precision medicine, with rising levels of integration of home care and technological innovation.
The average cost of treatment has been rising across the board, creating additional financial burdens to governments, healthcare providers and insurance companies. According to MCG, cost-per-inpatient-stay in the United States alone rose on average annually by over 13% between 2014 to 2021, leading MedTech to focus research efforts on optimized medical equipment at lower price points, whilst emphasizing portability and ease of use. Namely, 46% of the 1,008 medical technology companies in the 2021 MedTech Innovator (“MTI”) database are focusing on prevention, wellness, detection, or diagnosis, signaling a clear push for preventive care to also tackle costs.
In addition, there has also been a lasting impact on consumer and medical demand for home care, supported by the pandemic. Lockdowns, closure of care facilities, and healthcare systems subjected to capacity pressure, accelerated demand away from traditional inpatient care. Now, outpatient care solutions are driving industry production, with nearly 70% of recent diagnostics start-up companies producing products in areas such as ambulatory clinics, at-home care, and self-administered diagnostics.
Defecation
Normal defecation begins with movement in the left colon, moving stool toward the anus. When stool reaches the rectum, the distention causes relaxation of the internal sphincter and an awareness of the need to defecate. At the time of defecation, the external sphincter relaxes, and abdominal muscles contract, increasing intrarectal pressure and forcing the stool out
The Valsalva maneuver exerts pressure to expel faeces through a voluntary contraction of the abdominal muscles while maintaining forced expiration against a closed airway. Patients with cardiovascular disease, glaucoma, increased intracranial pressure, or a new surgical wound are at greater risk for cardiac dysrhythmias and elevated blood pressure with the Valsalva maneuver and need to avoid straining to pass the stool.
Normal defecation is painless, resulting in passage of soft, formed stool
CONSTIPATION
Constipation is a symptom, not a disease. Improper diet, reduced fluid intake, lack of exercise, and certain medications can cause constipation. For example, patients receiving opiates for pain after surgery often require a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. The signs of constipation include infrequent bowel movements (less than every 3 days), difficulty passing stools, excessive straining, inability to defecate at will, and hard feaces
IMPACTION
Fecal impaction results from unrelieved constipation. It is a collection of hardened feces wedged in the rectum that a person cannot expel. In cases of severe impaction the mass extends up into the sigmoid colon.
DIARRHEA
Diarrhea is an increase in the number of stools and the passage of liquid, unformed feces. It is associated with disorders affecting digestion, absorption, and secretion in the GI tract. Intestinal contents pass through the small and large intestine too quickly to allow for the usual absorption of fluid and nutrients. Irritation within the colon results in increased mucus secretion. As a result, feces become watery, and the patient is unable to control the urge to defecate. Normally an anal bag is safe and effective in long-term treatment of patients with fecal incontinence at home, in hospice, or in the hospital. Fecal incontinence is expensive and a potentially dangerous condition in terms of contamination and risk of skin ulceration
HEMORRHOIDS
Hemorrhoids are dilated, engorged veins in the lining of the rectum. They are either external or internal.
FLATULENCE
As gas accumulates in the lumen of the intestines, the bowel wall stretches and distends (flatulence). It is a common cause of abdominal fullness, pain, and cramping. Normally intestinal gas escapes through the mouth (belching) or the anus (passing of flatus)
FECAL INCONTINENCE
Fecal incontinence is the inability to control passage of feces and gas from the anus. Incontinence harms a patient’s body image
PREPARATION AND GIVING OF LAXATIVESACCORDING TO POTTER AND PERRY,
An enema is the instillation of a solution into the rectum and sig
Navigating Challenges: Mental Health, Legislation, and the Prison System in B...Guillermo Rivera
This conference will delve into the intricate intersections between mental health, legal frameworks, and the prison system in Bolivia. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current challenges faced by mental health professionals working within the legislative and correctional landscapes. Topics of discussion will include the prevalence and impact of mental health issues among the incarcerated population, the effectiveness of existing mental health policies and legislation, and potential reforms to enhance the mental health support system within prisons.
Empowering ACOs: Leveraging Quality Management Tools for MIPS and BeyondHealth Catalyst
Join us as we delve into the crucial realm of quality reporting for MSSP (Medicare Shared Savings Program) Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs).
In this session, we will explore how a robust quality management solution can empower your organization to meet regulatory requirements and improve processes for MIPS reporting and internal quality programs. Learn how our MeasureAble application enables compliance and fosters continuous improvement.
Artificial Intelligence to Optimize Cardiovascular Therapy
Briscoe resume 2016
1. Ebony Briscoe
(248) 991-2461
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/pub/ebony-briscoe
Email: ebriscoe2014@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE: Establish more experience with the applicable skills and knowledge that I have obtained
thus far that would be applicable in any field.
STRONG POINTS
Reliable
Excellent communication and organization skills
Trustworthy
Detailed
Efficient
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science Graduated: May 2015
Saginaw Valley State University, University Center, MI
Major: Health Sciences
Minor: Biology
High School Diploma
Avondale High School, Auburn Hills, MI Graduated: May 2009
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Pre Op Unit, Volunteer June.2013 – Aug. 2013
Saint Joseph Mercy Oakland, Pontiac, MI
Stocked each prep room with the required medical supplies as well as cleaned each area to
ensure proper sanitation
Assist nurses during specific procedures and handed the proper medical tools needed for
assessment
Able to assist patients by transporting them to their destinations in a timely and safe manner
Aid nurses with filing new paper work for incoming patients
WORK EXPERIENCE
Adminstrative Assistant/Office Manager July 2015 –
Packard Group Inc., Southfield, MI
Maintain office services by organizing company procedures
Prepare payroll to be sent out to Managers
Keeps management informed by reviewing and analyzing special
Create and maintain active files
Perform general clerical duties daily
Schedule appointments, conference calls
Create and maintain data entry
Deliver confidential information in a timely manner
Audits clients who are eligible for public assistance programs
Worked as an aide to help with clients with their daily routines such as feedings,
medications, transportation, and activities
Worked as an Event Coordinator, conducting activities for the residents
2. Deli Clerk Aug. 2014 – Jan. 2015
Kroger, Bloomfield Hills, MI
Assisted customers with their specific orders in a orderly and timely fashion
Stock merchandise
Made displays to attract customers
Performed tasks in a timely manner
Took orders accurately
Trained Cashier
Clerical Office Assistant Seasonal: June. 2013 – Aug. 2013
Oakland County Children’s Village, Pontiac, MI
Worked with each project manager with file work that included files of residents, workers, and
managers, as well as organize important records kept on file
Broke down and created new files
Reorganized existing files in a orderly manner
Aid co-workers with tasks of organizing important events of the community
CERTIFICATES/TRAINING
MORC Trained
CPR and First Aid
MORC Billing
COMPUTER SKILLS
Windows Operating Systems; Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); SPSS; Java, HTML;
various email packages, several EHR/EMR programs, typing speed between 30-40 WPM,
Internet in general, any electronic devices including cash register.