In the weeks leading up to the 2016 Summer Olympic Games, a few athletes announced they would forgo the games for fear of contracting the Zika virus in Brazil. There’s a good chance athletes aren’t the only ones avoiding traveling to South America. While Zika presents with very minor symptoms that sometimes go unnoticed in adults, it can lead to microcephaly for infants born from mothers who have contracted it.
Read more here: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/
Advisor Live: Zika virus disease – What you need to knowPremier Inc.
Presented as part of Premier’s AdvisorLive® series and co-sponsored by the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
This webinar covers:
* Updates and late breaking information on Zika virus outbreak, lab diagnosis and travel,
* Issues for reproductive age and pregnant women, including evaluation, management, counseling, and congenital findings, and
* Implications and risks for healthcare personnel.
EXPERT PRESENTERS:
* Joanne Cono, MD, ScM, Director, Office of Science Quality, Office of the Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
* Jeanne S. Sheffield, MD, Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Professor, Johns Hopkins Medicine
* Moderator: Gina Pugliese, RN, MS, Vice President, Premier Safety Institute
Neurological and Autoimmune Complications of Zika Virus infection - Slideset ...WAidid
The slideset by Professor Safadi analyses the case control study providing evidence for Zika virus infection causing Guillain-Barré syndrome.
In addition to Zika Virus association with Guillain-Barré syndrome, the slides show new data from endemic areas suggesting that ZIKV may be linked to other neurological outcomes.
This presentation summarizes what we know as of 10/27/16 about the connection between Zika virus and microcephaly, and what advice physicians could provide for their patients who are currently pregnant, or planning a pregnancy
Advisor Live: Zika virus disease – What you need to knowPremier Inc.
Presented as part of Premier’s AdvisorLive® series and co-sponsored by the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA) and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)
This webinar covers:
* Updates and late breaking information on Zika virus outbreak, lab diagnosis and travel,
* Issues for reproductive age and pregnant women, including evaluation, management, counseling, and congenital findings, and
* Implications and risks for healthcare personnel.
EXPERT PRESENTERS:
* Joanne Cono, MD, ScM, Director, Office of Science Quality, Office of the Director, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
* Jeanne S. Sheffield, MD, Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Professor, Johns Hopkins Medicine
* Moderator: Gina Pugliese, RN, MS, Vice President, Premier Safety Institute
Neurological and Autoimmune Complications of Zika Virus infection - Slideset ...WAidid
The slideset by Professor Safadi analyses the case control study providing evidence for Zika virus infection causing Guillain-Barré syndrome.
In addition to Zika Virus association with Guillain-Barré syndrome, the slides show new data from endemic areas suggesting that ZIKV may be linked to other neurological outcomes.
This presentation summarizes what we know as of 10/27/16 about the connection between Zika virus and microcephaly, and what advice physicians could provide for their patients who are currently pregnant, or planning a pregnancy
This is the first time in history that ZIKV has been associated with the development of adverse birth outcomes and has been linked to perinatal transmission. Little is known regarding the natural history, epidemiological transmission patterns, and major risk factors associated with ZIKV. Data on the outcomes of pregnancies in ZIKV infected women as well as specific trimesters when pregnant women are at highest risk for developing an adverse birth outcome remains sparse. This presentation discusses the epidemiological background and history of Zika Virus, preventative methods, and risk factors. In addition, the presentation discusses a research proposal to evaluate potential risk factors associated with the development of adverse birth outcomes in pregnant women with a laboratory confirmed diagnosis of ZIKV versus those Zika Virus infected pregnant women that did not develop adverse birth outcomes in three low-income regions of Northeastern Brazil.
Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites.
VisualBest outlines the cause and effects of Zika, the latest deadliest disease to hit the world.
Three years ago, the Zika virus was nowhere to be found in the Western Hemisphere. But in 2015, Brazil suddenly found itself in the throes of an unprecedented Zika outbreak — with more than a million people infected by the mosquito-transmitted disease
Zika Virus is very Dangerous & a Silent Killer which is becoming Major cause of deaths in several countries around the World. Most of the people don't know about it in developed countries & the situation is worse in under-developed countries.
As a Doctor of Pharmacy, I (Dr. Ayesha Zaheer) prepared these Slides for spreading information about this Zika Virus so people know about it & its treatment. It is also useful for Students.
I hope it will be helpful.
Thanks & Regards,
Dr, Ayesha Zaheer
Sujata Ambardar MD, FACP, of Travel Healthcare Services of Northern Virginia shares the latest updates on the Zika virus, including case counts in the US, symptoms, virus infection, travel guidance and prevention,
Updated Lecture about Zika virus .
Currently I am working in Arar Central Hospital, Arar city
In Saudi Arabia
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information.
Alsultany@hotmail.com
Aktuelle Entwicklungen in der Lebensmittelindustrie und ihre Auswirkungen auf...Gen Re
Die Brandgefahr ist eines der größten Risiken für Betriebe der Lebensmittelherstellung und -verarbeitung. Laut einer Studie des Gesamtverbandes der Deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft e.V. (GDV) sind beispielsweise in Deutschland lediglich 2 % der Lebensmittelindustrie mit automatischen Feuerlöschanlagen ausgestattet. Zurzeit ist zu beobachten. dass sich immer mehr Großschäden ereignen und die Schadenhöhe einzelner Schäden kontinuierlich steigt.
Lesen Sie mehr dazu auf http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/the-impact-of-trends-in-the-food-industry-on-risk-management-de.html.
This is the first time in history that ZIKV has been associated with the development of adverse birth outcomes and has been linked to perinatal transmission. Little is known regarding the natural history, epidemiological transmission patterns, and major risk factors associated with ZIKV. Data on the outcomes of pregnancies in ZIKV infected women as well as specific trimesters when pregnant women are at highest risk for developing an adverse birth outcome remains sparse. This presentation discusses the epidemiological background and history of Zika Virus, preventative methods, and risk factors. In addition, the presentation discusses a research proposal to evaluate potential risk factors associated with the development of adverse birth outcomes in pregnant women with a laboratory confirmed diagnosis of ZIKV versus those Zika Virus infected pregnant women that did not develop adverse birth outcomes in three low-income regions of Northeastern Brazil.
Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites.
VisualBest outlines the cause and effects of Zika, the latest deadliest disease to hit the world.
Three years ago, the Zika virus was nowhere to be found in the Western Hemisphere. But in 2015, Brazil suddenly found itself in the throes of an unprecedented Zika outbreak — with more than a million people infected by the mosquito-transmitted disease
Zika Virus is very Dangerous & a Silent Killer which is becoming Major cause of deaths in several countries around the World. Most of the people don't know about it in developed countries & the situation is worse in under-developed countries.
As a Doctor of Pharmacy, I (Dr. Ayesha Zaheer) prepared these Slides for spreading information about this Zika Virus so people know about it & its treatment. It is also useful for Students.
I hope it will be helpful.
Thanks & Regards,
Dr, Ayesha Zaheer
Sujata Ambardar MD, FACP, of Travel Healthcare Services of Northern Virginia shares the latest updates on the Zika virus, including case counts in the US, symptoms, virus infection, travel guidance and prevention,
Updated Lecture about Zika virus .
Currently I am working in Arar Central Hospital, Arar city
In Saudi Arabia
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information.
Alsultany@hotmail.com
Aktuelle Entwicklungen in der Lebensmittelindustrie und ihre Auswirkungen auf...Gen Re
Die Brandgefahr ist eines der größten Risiken für Betriebe der Lebensmittelherstellung und -verarbeitung. Laut einer Studie des Gesamtverbandes der Deutschen Versicherungswirtschaft e.V. (GDV) sind beispielsweise in Deutschland lediglich 2 % der Lebensmittelindustrie mit automatischen Feuerlöschanlagen ausgestattet. Zurzeit ist zu beobachten. dass sich immer mehr Großschäden ereignen und die Schadenhöhe einzelner Schäden kontinuierlich steigt.
Lesen Sie mehr dazu auf http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/the-impact-of-trends-in-the-food-industry-on-risk-management-de.html.
Identifying Millennials’ Attitudes and BehaviorsGen Re
Millennials are all around you, and they’re important to your business. However, it’s clear that this group - which numbers 2.5 billion globally - possesses specific attitudes and behaviors that call for a fresh approach to marketing financial services, especially when it comes to insurance products.
Read more from our series "Millennials in Insurance" at: www.genre.com/millennials
CME presentation on birth defect and Zika virus in pregnancy on 24 Feb 24, 2016 at Paropakar Maternity and Women's Hospital, Kathmandu: Way forward to Celebrating World Birth Defects Day on 3rd March 2016.
From Boston to New Orleans to Sacramento and everywhere in between, there are thousands of levees in the United States. And yet there is a lack of understanding among both the general public and the insurance industry about this exposure.
Wondering About the "Bring Your Own Device to Work" Trend?Gen Re
The proliferation of smartphones and tablets has led an increasing number of companies to allow employees to bring their own devices into work. But what exactly is a BYOD program and how does it work? At Gen Re we recently installed our own BYOD program, and we'd like to share with you some information we collected when we started out on the journey.
Supply Chain Risk - Impact on Business InterruptionGen Re
Global supply chains help manufacturers increase competitiveness and reduce the cost of doing business. But they also increase risk. This Slideshare explores the challenges facing insurers as well as solutions for this rapidly growing industry.
Read more: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/supply-chain-exposure-dont-let-insurance-become-the-weakest-link-en.html
In today's uncertain global environment, marine insurers are facing new challenges every day. In this Slideshare we take a look at the five emerging underwriting trends that are changing the rules in 2015.
Read More: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/5-emerging-trends-in-marine-insurance-in-2015.html
Created by Aditi Shrivastava, Aditya Malviya, Aditya Rana, Akshat Saxena . Students of UIT RGPV CSE - A 2014 Group 2. Cross Cultural Communication and barrier to efective communication.
Who needs insurance preparation for the generationsGen Re
Gen Re's newest edition of the Life & Health Fact Book that contains important statistics that demonstrate why any generation - but especially Gen X and Baby Boomers - need to prepare for the unexpected.
Read More: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/who-needs-insurance-preparation-for-the-generations.html
September is a time for spreading awareness via the Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM) campaign. What's key for insurance professionals is to find the best way to connect with consumers on the need for this product. Take a look at our presentation for a few of these important facts and figures that can help convey the right message.
Read More: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/life-insurance-stats-and-facts-en.html
The world’s biggest multi-sport event summer Olympics Games 2016 officially known as the Games of the XXXI Olympiad, and commonly known as Rio 2016 due to take place Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 5th to 21st August, 2016. More than 10,500 athletes from 206 National Olympic committees (NOCs) will take part.[1] These sporting events will take place at 33 venues in the host city Rio de Janeiro and at least 5 venues in the cities of Säo Paulo, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, Manaus and Brazil’s capital Brasilia. International Olympic Committee (IOC) have predicted around 4,80,000 tourists will arrive at Rio de Janeiro for this mega event.[2] Similar to the other tropical countries the tourists will be at risk of acquiring gastrointestinal illnesses and vector-borne infections.
Evidence Shows People Could Contract Zika Through Physical ContactAnthony_Vaughan
Researchers look into the possibility that people could contract the Zika virus (ZIKV)
through physical, nonsexual contact and without exposure to blood after the unusual
infection of a Utah man.
Similarities and Differences between the New Coronavirus Infectious 2019 COVI...ijtsrd
From late fall to winter of 2020, the further challenge of medical care for thetwindemic of coronavirus infectious disease 2019 COVID 19 and seasonal influenza is imminent. The key to that is the ability of family doctors to protect the front lines of community medicine. It is difficult not only for patients but also for doctors to distinguish COVID 19 from seasonal flu only based on initial symptoms such as fever and malaise. Every year, patients with suspected seasonal flu are tested and, if positive, are treated with influenza drugs. However, due to the expansion of COVID 19, tests using a nasopharyngeal swab have a high risk of droplet infection. In this review, we would like to discuss the clinical similarities and differences between COVID 19 and seasonal influenza, including new findings.The coronavirus infectious disease 2019 COVID 19 pandemic, also known as the coronavirus pandemic, is an ongoing global pandemic of COVID 19, caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 SARS CoV 2 1 .The outbreak was first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan, China 2,3 .The World Health Organization WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30January 2020 and a pandemic on 11March 2020 4,5 .As of 30 August 2020,more than 25million cases of COVID 19 have been reported in more than 188 countries and territories, resulting in more than 843,000 deaths more than 16.4million people have recovered 6 .The WHO has published a report summarizing the differences between the COVID 19 and influenza 7 . Takuma Hayashi | Ikuo Konishi "Similarities and Differences between the New Coronavirus Infectious 2019 (COVID-19) and Seasonal Influenza" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-6 , October 2020, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd33370.pdf Paper Url: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/other/33370/similarities-and-differences-between-the-new-coronavirus-infectious-2019-covid19-and-seasonal-influenza/takuma-hayashi
Coronavirus Unmasked - Biosecurity and Medical FascismAndrew Johnson
In this presentation, we will go through the evidence relating to the history and planning of the alleged COVID-19 Pandemic and how it fits in with a wider, more longstanding globalist agenda. We will look at how the UK Govt. has lied and committed crimes in relation to the measures it has implemented.
Slide 004 - Andrew’s Activities re COVID-19
https://cvpandemicinvestigation.com/
https://cvpandemicinvestigation.com/covid-19-investigation-report-challenging-the-narrative-pandemic/
https://cvpandemicinvestigation.com/2020/09/covid-19-evidence-of-fraud-medical-malpractice-acts-of-domestic-terrorism-and-breaches-of-human-rights/
Slide 006 - Swine Flu (2009) – Looking at Evidence
https://vimeo.com/25624580
Slide 018 - WHO Advisory Checklist - 1
https://www.who.int/csr/resources/publications/influenza/WHO_CDS_CSR_GIP_2005_4/en/
Slide 020 - Swine Flu – Retrospective Review
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/health/swine-flu/7865796/Swine-flu-killed-457-people-and-cost-1.24-billion-official-figures-show.html
Slide 021 - Swine Flu Vaccine?
https://www.bmj.com/content/362/bmj.k3948
Slide 024 - WHO Dunnit…
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/world/2020/03/11/declares-virus-crisis-now-pandemic/111415246/
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51720184
https://www.opride.com/2017/05/11/case-director-general-candidate-tedros-adhanom/
https://www.theburningplatform.com/2020/04/04/the-crimes-of-tedros-adhanom/
Slide 025 - Who Planned it…??
https://hub.jhu.edu/2019/11/06/event-201-health-security/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoLw-Q8X174
http://www.centerforhealthsecurity.org/event201/about
https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2020-china-wuhan-pollution/
Slide 026 - Someone is worried about Dissent…
https://ec.europa.eu/info/live-work-travel-eu/health/coronavirus-response/fighting-disinformation/identifying-conspiracy-theories_en
Slide 028 - Dr Neil Ferguson’s “Scare” Model
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/media/imperial-college/medicine/sph/ide/gida-fellowships/Imperial-College-COVID19-Europe-estimates-and-NPI-impact-30-03-2020.pdf
https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/covid-19/data-collection
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/imperial-college-scientist-who-predicted-500k-coronavirus-deaths-in-uk-revises-to-20k-or-less
https://lockdownsceptics.org/code-review-of-fergusons-model/
https://twitter.com/neil_ferguson/status/1241835454707699713
https://www.vaccineimpact.org/resources/VIMC_orgchart_2017.pdf
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/professor-behind-coronavirus-lockdown-plan-21979710
Slide 030 - UK – COVID-19 is NOT an HCID…
https://cvpandemicinvestigation.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Letter-JVT-March13th_Open_Government_Status-.pdf
Slide 031 - UK Government Posts Statement
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/high-consequence-infectious-diseases-hcid
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The powerpoint presentation gives a brief summary of what Zika Virus is, its characterstics and outbreaks. It also highlights the complications associated with it and the preventive measures undertaken by various organizations to control its spread.
Gen Re's Primary Insurance Management Exercise, or PRIME, is a computer-assisted exercise only offered by Gen Re that helps our clients better understand the decision-making processes involved in running an insurance company.
Beyond Medicare – Meeting the Needs of Senior CustomersGen Re
There is no time like the present for insurers to consider growing their senior product portfolio with either Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement insurance. However, it’s important to understand some clear differences between these products and which needs they address for customers.
Read more: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/meeting-the-needs-of-senior-customers-en.html
3 Ways Insurers Can Improve Their Relationship with MillennialsGen Re
To help make your marketing more relevant to the millennial generation, see our three takeaways on strategies we believe work.
Read More: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/marketing-to-the-millennial-mindset.html
By 2020, there will be an estimated 50 billion devices, connecting, sending and receiving data all over the world. These devices, their component parts and supporting software/platforms will be produced by global technology companies faster and in more creative ways then ever before.
This Slideshare examines the unique challenges facing Property underwriters in this changing technology landscape.
Read more: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/the-internet-of-things-en.html
What’s Fueling Record Wildfires in The U.S.?Gen Re
As part three of our wildfire series, this Slideshare gives an overview of the current wildfire situation in the U.S. and provides a checklist of things to look for when evaluating a location, as well as some key tools and resources for underwriters to consider.
Read More: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/whats-fueling-record-wildfires-in-the-us-en.html
Port Automation – Navigating the Underwriting RisksGen Re
With the global economy still unpredictable, industries across the world are striving to protect their profit margins. This is certainly the case for cargo carriers where fluctuating trade volumes and low freight rates continue to fuel the drive for efficiencies.
This Infographic gives an overview of the situation, explaining why surviving a critical illness can be financially devastating.
Read more: www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/critical-illness-insurance-fast-facts-en.html
Attitudes et comportements de la génération YGen Re
Si vous souhaitez obtenir des informations détaillées sur les stratégies d’achat et les préférences professionnelles de cette génération, nous vous invitons à lire notre blog où vous trouverez un lien à notre présentation WebEx: www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/marketing-to-the-millennial-mindset-fr.html
Blackout of Critical Services: Do you know your exposure?Gen Re
What happens to society when critical infrastructure fails? Imagine the effect of a large-scale failure in the power network on telecommunications, healthcare and the water supply. How would the emergency services cope?
Read More:
http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/?c=n
This presentation includes facts and figures assembled by Gen Re for the U.S. Life insurance industry. The information has been assembled in honor of the Life Foundation's Life Insurance Awareness Month campaign (September 2014).
As we will be hearing on World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), suicide is far from unusual. Here is an overview of the key risk factors alongside some positive steps insurers can take to support suicide prevention.
For further information on international trends in suicide and how insurers are responding, go to www.genre.com/suicidestatistics.
Auto liability claims have taken an interesting turn. The headlining trend: frequency has fallen and should continue to fall. Meanwhile, auto severity has increased on the back of rising medical costs. Between 2007 and 2012 auto severity grew at a faster rate than economic inflation for the same period. View three highlighting trends (including distracted driving) in this infographic.
Read the full blog post here: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/whats-driving-larger-auto-liability-losses.html
Farm Pollution Exposures: A New Crop of ClaimsGen Re
A new crop of claims involves the spreading of manure as fertilizer. When the odors affect nearby residents or rain causes runoff into neighborhood wells and streams, does the absolute pollution exclusion apply? In this infographic we examine recent rulings from Illinois and Wisconsin that find coverage, as well as divergent decisions from other states.
Read the full blog post here: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/farm-pollution-exposures-a-new-crop-of-claims.html
When technology and privacy expectations clash, the result is more claims -
and this emerging trend hits home in the habitational risk arena. Cameras installed for tenant safety may invade their privacy. Personal information maintained for tenant screening could, if breached, create notification responsibilities and liability. Whether you insure a multi-family dwelling or a two-story complex or a high-rise apartment building, privacy issues reside. Fortunately, insurance products and underwriting tools are also emerging to help.
Read the full blog post here: http://www.genre.com/knowledge/blog/emerging-issues-hit-home.html
The dimensions of healthcare quality refer to various attributes or aspects that define the standard of healthcare services. These dimensions are used to evaluate, measure, and improve the quality of care provided to patients. A comprehensive understanding of these dimensions ensures that healthcare systems can address various aspects of patient care effectively and holistically. Dimensions of Healthcare Quality and Performance of care include the following; Appropriateness, Availability, Competence, Continuity, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Efficacy, Prevention, Respect and Care, Safety as well as Timeliness.
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)
CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V PREVENTIVE-PEDIATRICS.pdfSachin Sharma
This content provides an overview of preventive pediatrics. It defines preventive pediatrics as preventing disease and promoting children's physical, mental, and social well-being to achieve positive health. It discusses antenatal, postnatal, and social preventive pediatrics. It also covers various child health programs like immunization, breastfeeding, ICDS, and the roles of organizations like WHO, UNICEF, and nurses in preventive pediatrics.
The Importance of Community Nursing Care.pdfAD Healthcare
NDIS and Community 24/7 Nursing Care is a specific type of support that may be provided under the NDIS for individuals with complex medical needs who require ongoing nursing care in a community setting, such as their home or a supported accommodation facility.
Telehealth Psychology Building Trust with Clients.pptxThe Harvest Clinic
Telehealth psychology is a digital approach that offers psychological services and mental health care to clients remotely, using technologies like video conferencing, phone calls, text messaging, and mobile apps for communication.
Deep Leg Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Meaning, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Mor...The Lifesciences Magazine
Deep Leg Vein Thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the legs. These clots can impede blood flow, leading to severe complications.
R3 Stem Cells and Kidney Repair A New Horizon in Nephrology.pptxR3 Stem Cell
R3 Stem Cells and Kidney Repair: A New Horizon in Nephrology" explores groundbreaking advancements in the use of R3 stem cells for kidney disease treatment. This insightful piece delves into the potential of these cells to regenerate damaged kidney tissue, offering new hope for patients and reshaping the future of nephrology.
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.
2. The WHO declared the Brazil outbreak
a Public Health Emergency of International
Concern in February 2016.
Some scientists have called for the
cancellation of the Summer Olympics to be
held in August in Rio de Janeiro.
Source: https://rioolympicslater.org
4. Zika virus is transmitted
through the bite of an infected
Aedes aegypti mosquito or sex.
Spread through blood transfusion
is a strong possibility.
Source: http://www.cdc.gov/zika/transmission/blood-transfusion.html
5. Large numbers of Zika virus
infections have been reported in Brazil
since May 2015.
cases by December 2015
(number likely underreported due to the
mild nature of clinical symptoms).
Estimates put the total at
500,000 to 1.5 million
6. Zika infection in adults usually causes
short-lasting symptoms associated
with mild fever.
But it can cause Guillain-Barré
syndrome (GBS) – a rare and
serious neurological disorder.
Zika is also a cause of microcephaly
– a devastating developmental
condition in newborns.
Source: http://www.aafp.org/news/health-of-the-public/20160420zikacausal.html
7. 500,000 visitors
are expected in Brazil
for the Summer Olympics.
But calling the Olympics off,
or moving them, is unlikely to
significantly influence the international
spread of Zika.
8. After all, Brazil is only
1 of nearly 40 countries
affected by the current outbreak
in the Americas.
No autochthonous confirmed cases to date
April-June 2016 (7)
January-March 2016 (22)
October-December 2015 (10)
Prior to October 2015 (1)
Countries with confirmed autochthonous
cases of Zika virus
Updated as of July 14, 2016
Source: http://www.paho.org/hq/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11599&Itemid=41691&lang=en
11. Yet accidentally transporting home
an infected insect could introduce
Zika to new areas.
Infected travellers could return with Zika in
their blood and pass it on through mosquito
bites or sex.
13. Although Zika infection is unlikely to cause
long-term disability in adults,
Projections suggest that Zika could lead to
a moderate increase in total disability claims for a
limited period of time in heavily affected areas.
20%
are left severely
disabled.
5%
of those infected
with GBS die
Source: http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMra111452; http://apps.who.int/iris/bitstream/10665/205189/1/zikasitrep_14Apr2016_eng.pdf
15. Thankfully,
there are some
signs that the worst
might be over in Brazil.
Epidemiological reports
show a decline in the number
of newly reported cases
(confirmed and not
confirmed) of
microcephaly.
The proportion of confirmed microcephaly cases in the
analysed cases has been declining.
Newly Reported Cases of Microcephaly in Brazil per Calender Week in 2016
Source: Own table based on http://portalsaude.saude.gov.br/index.php/o-ministerio/principal/leia-mais-o-ministerio/197-secretaria-svs/20799-microcefalia
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16. In many ways, Zika is yet another
test of what could happen in the
event of a sustained viral attack
on global public health.
So it’s about being prepared.