Caring for Patients and Yourself Through the Holiday Season

A wellness reminder for healthcare professionals Caring for patients and yourself through the holiday season is possible. While many industries slow down for the holidays, healthcare shifts into overdrive. Respiratory illnesses surge, workloads rise, and staffing can stretch thin. Below are some practical ways that you can protect your health and sanity during this busy … Read more

Drug Interactions: Dreaded or Desired Occurrences?

How do drug interactions happen? What should you be aware of? You can learn whether drug interactions could be dreaded or desired. Drug interactions happen more often than many people realize. By understanding the basics, you can keep yourself safe. Let’s take a closer look. Drug interactions usually fall into specific categories, based either on … Read more

AI and Individualized Treatment

As mentioned in my previous newsletter, AI is revolutionizing the healthcare industry, but the inclusion of human expertise has been crucial to this process. The field of personalized medicine has been one area that has greatly benefited from this partnership. Read on to learn how AI has become a valued partner in creating individualized health … Read more

What to Expect from Your Aging Body

You may find yourself looking in the mirror and asking, “What’s going on with my aging body?” You may get up from a chair and feel every bone grinding and grating as you walk across the room. Or maybe your stomach is always upset after eating your usual food, or exercising has become more difficult. … Read more

Can We Apply Clinical Trial Results to the Elderly?

Those of use who are involved in the care of the elderly often question whether we can apply the results of clinical trials to our patients. We know that organ function typically declines with age, making them more susceptible to adverse reactions. They typically use more medications, increasing the likelihood of drug interactions. I have … Read more