A “collapse” in access to dental care for children during the pandemic will fuel record tooth extractions, experts have warned. New figures show the number of operations on children to remove rotten teeth fell by 58 per cent in 2020-21 as hospitals concentrated on Covid pressures. Dentists said the figures […]
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Southwest Iowa CASA recognizes National Social Work Month As part of National Social Work Month recognition, we want to show our appreciation for the social workers who devote their careers to bettering the lives of others. Social workers strive to build a stronger community for all people, and the Iowa […]
Low or no cost medical care is available to Treasure Coast residents
With more than 100,000 households on the Treasure Coast living just one emergency away from financial ruin, it can be a challenge to get access to affordable doctors, dentists and prescription medications. The ability to obtain low-cost or free medical and dental care and medications can make huge differences in the […]
Access to affordable medical, dental care has ‘major impact’ for families struggling to get by
With more than 100,000 households on the Treasure Coast living just one emergency away from financial ruin, it can be a challenge to get access to affordable doctors, dentists and prescription medications. The ability to obtain low-cost or free medical and dental care and medications can make huge differences in […]
After 2-year delay, Gadsden to host RAM Clinic with free medical care; volunteers needed
Two years ago, the East Central Alabama Area Health Education Center sought out to bring a Remote Area Medical Clinic to Gadsden. “We were within two weeks of having this clinic when Gov. (Kay) Ivey shut the state down, so we had to table this,” Angela Anderson, ECAAHEC’s director, recalled. […]
Pandemic disruptions mean many older adults still haven’t gotten needed health care
Newswise — They had the appointments on their calendars, for weeks or months, to see their doctor or dentist, or to have an operation, procedure or medical test. But the pandemic disrupted those plans for around 30% of older adults with a scheduled appointment for each of these kinds of […]
Volunteers keep care coming at Free Clinic of Southwest Washington
The Free Clinic of Southwest Washington, a Vancouver-based organization that provides free health care services for people who are uninsured, is gearing up for its largest fundraiser of the year, which is slated for May 5. The annual Sam Beall breakfast fundraiser — named after the organization’s founder — went […]
Angry and abused, health care workers still overwhelmingly love careers, poll shows
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Heading into the third year of a wearying pandemic, America’s health care workers report significant levels of burnout and even anger about the complications of politics and rising incidents of abuse from patients and their families. But three-fourths of them still say they love their jobs, […]
Health care workers split on Biden, want better pay, more help
Health care workers backed Joe Biden in a big way in the 2020 election, but they are less than impressed by how he has handled the pandemic since then. More than 1,000 health care workers polled by USA TODAY and Ipsos say they voted for Biden over Donald Trump by […]
Health care workers love careers, but face burnout, poll shows
Heading into the third year of a wearying pandemic, America’s health care workers report significant levels of burnout, even anger about the complications of politics and rising incidents of abuse from patients and their families. But three-fourths of them still say they love their jobs, an exclusive USA TODAY/Ipsos Poll of doctors, nurses, paramedics, […]
Pope hails health care workers as heroes for COVID service
Feb. 20, 2022Updated: Feb. 20, 2022 8:48 a.m. 1of5Pope Francis delivers the Angelus noon prayer from his studio window overlooking St. Peter’s Square, at the Vatican, Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022.Gregorio Borgia/APShow MoreShow Less 2of5Pope Francis delivers the Angelus noon prayer from his studio window overlooking St. Peter’s Square, at the Vatican, […]
Ohio survey details views on racial bias in healthcare settings; hospitals aim to address how unequal treatment can affect care
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Yvonka Hall hoped a nutritionist could provide answers about her unexplained weight gain despite her healthy eating habits. But the nutritionist was more focused on his computer than her. He didn’t ask questions; just gave his opinion. Stop drinking Pepsi, and you’ll lose weight. “I’m sitting there […]
Chefs whip up funds for health care for the uninsured
A healthy diet might keep the doctor away, but a local nonprofit is using gourmet cooking to fund health care services for the uninsured. Oasis Free Clinics in Brunswick is raising money through its second “Cooking With Oasis” series, which beams some of Maine’s best culinary minds into local foodies’ […]
UnitedHealthcare Dental Launches Digital Resources, Collaboration with quip, to Help Improve Dental Care
UnitedHealthcare Dental Launches Digital Resources, Collaboration with quip, to Help Improve Dental Care New offerings include enhanced virtual dental care benefit and other digital resources designed to help people make more informed choices UnitedHealthcare Dental members can now save up to 30% on quip oral care products Additional pilot program […]
Consumers Opted Out of Needed Medical Care
Most consumers typically access healthcare at their primary physician or doctor. In fact, 61% of consumers saw their primary physician or doctor in the last 12 months, in person or online, according to Wellness And Affordability, a PYMNTS report with research sponsored by CareCredit. Get the report: Wellness And Affordability: […]
FDI World Dental Federation launches the Mouth Proud Challenge and asks ‘How do you take care of your oral health?’ | News
The challenge unites people in celebration of World Oral Health Day 2022, taking place on 20 March, by asking people to share fun photos and videos demonstrating how they look after their oral health for their happiness and well-being, and inspire others to do the same GENEVA, Feb. 2, 2022 […]
Cook County Treasurer to make it easier for developers to snag abandoned properties in annual sale that has been stuck ‘in intensive care unit’
What once had to be paid for, is now free. What once came in hard copy, can be downloaded through your digital device. And what once was an endeavor with more numbers and few images, now comes with an interactive map that allows all properties on the Cook County Scavenger […]
Colorado Springs couple killed in avalanche known for work in health care, love for outdoors | News
A Colorado Springs couple who died in an avalanche with their dog over the weekend were known for their work in health care and their love for the outdoors, according to those close to them. Hannah Nash, 25, Drake Oversen, 34, and their dog Valarie were killed Saturday after an […]
Thank you to our health care community
Sixteen years ago, last August, my wife went into high-risk labor with premature twins. The doctors made the call to transport her from Midland to Medical Center in Odessa. Jonah and Jude were born via C-section and placed in PICU to allow their little lungs to develop. It is hard […]
Physician-Pulmonary Critical Care job with USAJobs
Duties Summary The Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, Richmond, Virginia, is hiring for a Full-Time, Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician. The incumbent serves as the staff physician in the Pulmonary/Critical Care Section in Medicine Service of the Central Virginia Veterans Affairs Health Care System (CVVHCS) in Richmond, Virginia and […]