The increasing use of apps provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs is meant to improve access to patient health and benefits information in convenient digital platforms. However, members of Congress are worried that this electronic data is vulnerable. “When a veteran downloads an app from the VA’s app store, how much personal information does… Read More »
The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency use authorization for a saliva-based testing system that can return accurate results in less than three hours. The SalivaDirect test is conducted using saliva collected in a container without a swab and has a sensitivity of results similar to nasal swabs, which have been used to test for… Read More »
A campaign to stop pregnancy-related deaths was recently launched by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The “Hear Her” campaign brings awareness to pregnancy-related deaths while providing education and encouragement to pregnant and postpartum women. Health officials state that early recognition of warning symptoms and early diagnosis of life-threatening conditions can save lives. Hear Her seeks to… Read More »
When attempting to become a little more healthy, a change in the food you eat can help in a big way. Dietitians recommend lifestyle changes based on the outcome you want. Whether it be muscle growth, fat loss, or changing your stress levels, diet can benefit you in a big way. And some are better… Read More »