The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a significant shift in how technology was used in long-term care (LTC) homes across the globe. To curb the spread of the virus, governments introduced various protocols and policies. These changes affected not only residents but also their families, friends, and t
In August 2021, Austin Hospital's emergency department (ED) saw 7, 641 patients, but surprisingly, 452 of them left before getting care. That's about 6% of all patients. These people are called "DNW" patients, short for "did not wait. " Let's dive into why they left and who they were. First, who we
When the world shut down due to COVID-19, patient organizations had to quickly turn to technology to keep helping those with health conditions. These groups, which normally offer everything from one-on-one support to group meetups and lobbying, had to find new ways to operate online. The sudden chan
The pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, especially for nurses. This study wanted to see how nurses' spiritual lives influenced their work during COVID. The research looked at how religious or spiritual struggles affected certain aspects of nurses' jobs. Nurses play a crucial role in patient c
Just a few years back, car companies were raking in profits due to pandemic-related shortages. Now, they're facing tough times. Japanese carmaker Nissan is letting go of 9, 000 workers. Volkswagen might close some German factories. The CEO of Stellantis, which owns brands like Jeep and Peugeot, quit
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit everyone hard, but older adults have faced special challenges. This study looked into the lives of Ilocano seniors aged 60-93 from Ilocos Norte. Researchers wanted to know how their health habits affected their quality of life. They asked about things like exercise, eat
In a surprising move, President Joe Biden has decided to cut short the prison sentences of two infamous Chicago-area fraudsters. Rita Crundwell, former comptroller of Dixon, and Eric Bloom, ex-head of Sentinel Management Group, were among the lucky ones whose sentences were commuted. This decision w
What if a tiny microbe could turn into a global threat? This is what hundreds of biologists are worrying about. They claim that in the next few decades, scientists might create a dangerous microorganism. This microbe could start a pandemic that's impossible to stop. Crop fields might turn into waste
You might know FedEx and UPS, but have you ever thought about the different ways airlines move freight? The air cargo industry has seen a big boost, especially with the rise of online shopping during the pandemic. In the US, there are plenty of cargo airlines using different strategies to get goods
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, universities shut down, changing student routines. This study looked into how much time students spent walking or biking (active transportation), sitting without breaks (uninterrupted sitting time), and using screens for studying (screen time to study). It aimed to se
