Sentences with phrase «medical needs of the population»

The limited number of permissible cell lines left, Melton says, can not meet the medical needs of a population as genetically diverse as the human race.

Not exact matches

So, people need medical coverage and the «free market» «employer based» system is not a viable model for covering a population as large as that of the US.

Tufts Medical Center and its Floating Hospital for Children established the Office of Community Health Programs in 1992 to respond to the challenges of an increasingly complex health care delivery environment, to meet the changing needs of Tufts Medical Center's diverse patient population and to focus on public health and disease prevention.

«We need to increase awareness of rabies in the local population, so that they can take appropriate health precautions such as seeking medical attention if they get bitten.

A special March supplement to Medical Care presents updates from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's (AHRQ) Multiple Chronic Conditions (MCC) Research Network, formed to address knowledge gaps and research challenges in meeting the complex health care needs of this growing population.

Currently, the medical management of these complications is a major unmet need for this patient population.

On Wednesdays, a medical clinic staffed by a doctor and medical students from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania delivers critically needed care, including blood pressure screenings, vaccinations, and general examinations, that may otherwise be unavailable to this population.

3:20 — Why as a doctor, he doesn't want to see his patients all the time 4:30 — The frustration that doctors face 5:20 — Why stress can be good and why we need it 5:45 — The physiological effects of too much stress 6:30 — How stress impacts fertility and memory 6:55 — The continued effects of stress on the body 7:50 — How to become more resilient to stress and how stress is like a light switch 8:28 — How to turn stress on and off 9:02 — Tips to Practically reduce stress (Book: The Relaxation Revolution) 9:45 — What is the relaxation response 10:20 — How to activate your relaxation response to deal with stress 12:45 — What happens when your body doesn't recognize stress 16:15 — What causes chronic pain 17:10 — Pain is all in the brain 17:45 — The biology of pain vs. the mental side of pain 20:00 — The core four for reducing stress and pain: Movement, Eating Right, Mindset, Avoiding Problems 24:00 — Understanding the mindset of doctors 28:00 — The frustration of the current medical system 32:00 — The shocking statistic on how a small percentage of the population is using 95 % of healthcare resources 35:00 — The seven questions you should know the answers to before you see your doctor 38:00 — Health advice Kevin wishes he had gotten earlier in life 41:15 — Kevin's recommended books and resources (and see below)

There is no nutritional need to consume oils of any types for the majority of the population (exceptions including athletes or those who are unable to consume adequate calories for medical or other reasons).

ACT's mission is to neuter stray cats and dogs to stop the growth of the population, give medical care to strays when needed and, if possible, find new homes for unwanted stray dogs.

On site, at APPLES Early Childhood Education Center is a special needs nurse capable of attending to many medical needs that may arise when working with diverse populations.

The Senior Care program ensures that they're prioritizing the needs of the senior dog population, and providing them with all needed high - quality medical rehabilitation and behavioral treatment, with the goal of increasing their chances of a successful adoption and finding the ideal match for each dog in a caring home.

ACT's mission is to neuter stray cats and dogs to stop the growth of the population, give medical care to strays when needed and, if possible, find new homes for unwanted stray dogs.

ACT's mission is to neuter stray cats and dogs to stop the growth of the population, give medical care to strays when needed and, if possible, find new homes for unwanted stray dogs.

In order to perform the risk assessment, the domestic court needs to determine the epidemiological situation in France, and in particular to ascertain «in light of current medical, scientific and epidemiological knowledge» whether data on the high number of HIV transmissions among MSM population is reliable and relevant (para. 44).

FACT: Did you know that Needle Phobia and / or fear of injections is a medical condition that affects more than 10 % of the population to an extent that it causes them to avoid needed medical care?

Technology, via databases, is replacing the need for medical underwriting for a large percentage of the population

80 % of the population over 55 has less money saved for retirement than they will likely need to cover their medical expenses alone.

Three reasons for the large job growth are the Affordable Care Act's increased medical documentation requirements, the increasing availability of medical care to the general population, and the aging population of baby boomers, who will need more medical care as they get older.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are in high demand given the increasing needs of an aging population for medical support.

Medical device sales jobs are subject to the needs of the population.

Medical sales and device sales, in particular, need more women as we are a small percentage of the sales population.

The Medical Assistant Flow Coordinator works as part of the patient - centered healthcare team to manage patient population, anticipate patient needs, assist to identify and ensure relevant tests and...

With an aging population and a growing number of individuals needing both medical and pharmaceutical care, the pharmacy industry is certainly not slowing down anytime soon.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), factors like an aging population in need of increased medical care, a growing number of individuals with health insurance, and the new responsibilities of pharmacists could increase employment of pharmacy technicians.

• Highly experienced in the assessment of patient care needs and development of nursing care plans, particularly providing acute care for a diverse population including patients experiencing drug and alcohol withdrawal, wound care, oncology and dialysis • Proficient in handling details of medical administration and providing assistance in emergency cases.

The Medical Assistant Flow Coordinator works as part of the patient - centered healthcare team to manage patient population, anticipate patient needs, assist to identify and ensure relevant tests and patient information is timely available for physicians, while providing real - time care and customer service to our patients in the office, telephonic - ally, and through Patient Gateway.

This rise in demand will be the result of an increasing older population, which has a greater need for medical care.

These areas have the highest populations, and therefore a great need for those in the field of medical assisting.

Other factors that can dictate a medical assistant's work environment include state law, location, facility size, staff population and the needs of the assistant's employer.

The demand for medical assistants will increase tremendously in the years to come, due to the increasing health care needs of an aging population.

Connecticut is home to a growing population of elderly residents and young families, both of which bring unique medical needs to the state.

Looking ahead, U.S. nurse and physician shortages, combined with the growing needs of an aging population, virtually guarantee that the scope of a medical assistant's duties are only going to expand.

The Pharmacy Technician assists the licensed Pharmacist in preparation and distribution of drugs, maintaining drug inventory, and maintaining records for a hospital with a patient population ranging in age from infant to geriatric experiencing medically complex conditions, general medical - surgical conditions with rehabilitation and / or wound care needs.

Graduate Practical Nurse — Duties & Responsibilities Accumulate 678 clinical hours in medical / surgical, cardio vascular, neurology, obstetrics, gynecology, pediatrics, pediatric oncology, and outpatient care at the Veteran's Administration Obtain and maintain federal clearance to work with VA staff and patients Assist more than 200 RN's, Charge RN's, CNA's, and physicians Perform intake, preoperative clearance, history and physical, EKGs, lab tests, discharge, and follow - up Assess, diagnose, and treat sprains, strains, lacerations, and other physical injuries Responsible for IV line insertion, blood product administration, and medication Determine severity of patient condition and promptly refer to specialists when appropriate Develop and administer disease management plan ensuring high quality, comprehensive care Provide acute episodic and chronic care to adult and pediatric populations Facilitate case management, consultation, and interdisciplinary patient care Educate patients in healthy diets, exercise, smoking cessation, and overall positive lifestyles Maintain working knowledge of current medical technology, procedures, and standards of care Proven ability to remain calm and levelheaded in high pressure, emergency care situations Perform administrative functions including phones, data entry, and other tasks as needed Perform all duties in a positive, professional, and courteous manner

The scope of HV programs has been expanding to address special populations and to include additional goals such as follow - up from hospital discharge, medical visits to children who have special health care needs (eg, asthma care), hospice and palliative care, and environmental evaluations (eg, home lead evaluations).

In health, all of the money we are saving is going into the Medical Research Investment Fund and that's going to be dedicated to finding the treatments and the cures of the future that we need if our population is to live longer and better.»

It has been estimated that while children with the most complex medical needs include less than 1 % of the child population, they account for one - third of all child health spending.1 The impact of suboptimal management of this group of children, which can include the support given to enable successful family adjustment as well as medical management, can have a considerable effect on families as well as child health services and budgets.2

Medical ‐ legal partnership (MLP) is an approach to health that integrates the work of healthcare, public health, and civil legal aid to more effectively identify, treat, and prevent health ‐ harming legal needs for patients, clinics, and populations.

So much of our health policy (including massive public subsidies for the private health insurance industry) has served to reinforce rather than undermine the inverse care law (which was coined in 1971 and holds that «The availability of good medical care tends to vary inversely with the need for it in the population served.

The need for creative, new strategies to confront these morbidities in a more effective way is essential to improve the physical and mental health of children, as well as the social and economic well - being of the nation.6 Developmental, behavioral, educational, and family problems in childhood can have both lifelong and intergenerational effects.7 — 18 Identifying and addressing these concerns early in life are essential for a healthier population and a more productive workforce.5, 6,19 — 21 Because the early roots or distal precipitants of problems in both learning and health typically lie beyond the walls of the medical office or hospital setting, the boundaries of pediatric concern must move beyond the acute medical care of children and expand into the larger ecology of the community, state, and society.

ACT's mission is to neuter stray cats and dogs to stop the growth of the population, give medical care to strays when needed and, if possible, find new homes for unwanted stray dogs.