Recent studies have found that only 8 percent of MCI (mild cognitive impairment) cases in people over 65 are being diagnosed in the United States, potentially preventing them from accessing new Alzheimer’s treatments that could help slow cognitive decline. According to Ying Liu, a statistician at the University of Southern California, the situation is worse …
TikTok sensation Jessie B (@jessiejbro_) has sparked controversy with his recent video titled “Amazon Healthcare only in the USA baby RAHHH,” which has amassed over 510,000 views. In the video, Jessie B expresses astonishment and distress over Amazon’s foray into the healthcare sector, drawing parallels to the dystopian realm of the Cyberpunk video game franchise. …
The clean-energy industry is currently experiencing its worst downturn in years, resulting in a significant decline in its overall value and posing a serious threat to America’s environmental objectives. Major auto manufacturers such as General Motors (GM) and Ford Motor (F) have postponed their plans to introduce electric vehicles. Offshore wind developers are also canceling …
Indigenous Doctors Address Inequities and Lack of Representation in Canadian Healthcare System Kelsey Allen, a 25-year-old medical student from the Qalipu Mi’kmaq First Nation in Newfoundland, has always dreamt of becoming a doctor. However, she is acutely aware of the barriers she faces as an Indigenous woman trying to navigate a healthcare system that lacks …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size Approximately 3.4 million people in Ontario who sought pregnancy care and advice between January 2010 and May 2023 were impacted by a cybersecurity breach. BORN (Better Outcomes Registry and Network) announced the breach in a statement released on Monday. BORN became aware of the breach on May …
Racism and the lack of primary care providers contribute to poorer overall health outcomes for off-reserve First Nations, Métis, and Inuit women and girls compared to their non-Indigenous counterparts, according to a study by the Public Health Agency of Canada. The study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, highlighted the higher prevalence of diagnosed …
Former White House Press Secretary and MSNBC host Jen Psaki strongly denied claims made by GOP members that Democrats support late-term abortions, labeling these arguments as “completely misleading.” Psaki addressed this issue on her show, “Inside with Jen Psaki,” and stated, “This claim that Democrats support abortion up until the moment of birth is entirely …
A nurse working in a British hospital has been convicted of killing seven babies and attempting to kill six others. Lucy Letby, 33, faced charges of murder in relation to the deaths of five baby boys and two girls, as well as attempted murder charges for five boys and five girls. These incidents occurred between …
Statistics Canada reports that the number of unfilled health-care positions in Canada has more than doubled since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to increased overtime and sick leave among care providers. This has had a significant impact on nurses, personal support workers, and care aides, who have struggled to keep both their patients …
Hospital operators are taking a firm stance on the cybersecurity measures implemented by their vendors and suppliers. This comes in response to a series of third-party cyber incidents that have led to data breaches and legal action in the healthcare industry. The Health 3rd Party Trust Initiative, which consists of major healthcare providers, has released …