Saving Time and Lives in Medical Emergencies with 4G Wireless and Video Chatting The sirens blaze throughout the streets as the ambulance rushes towards the suburban neighborhood, bringing the medical assistance that the family at the other end of the emergency call requires. Their elderly grandmother had collapsed from presumably a stroke and required immediate medical attention. As the medical emergency team...more
The health technician field is not only one that is expected to see above average growth in the next several years, but is also one that will continue to see changes in job responsibilities.Working in this field usually means the business environment will be a pleasant and comfortable office setting. This is one of the few medical fields that does not include direct, hand-on contact with patients. The typical work week is 40 hours, though there...more
The healthcare industry is growing faster than ever, and growing with it is the need for trained professionals in the field of information technology. With advances in medicine and technology, digital record keeping and data basing have become fundamental elements to modern healthcare facilities.According to statistics held by the United States Bureau of Labor, job prospects for professional in the health information technology field are expected to be among the fastest growing for the next decade. In addition, technicians are in constant demand by employers, making IT professionals in the health industry invaluable. Wages for technicians averaged at $40,610 in 2008, and those holding degrees from accredited universities earned even more.Healthcare technicians perform a variety of duties relating to organization records handling. Their skills are essential to efficient patient care. Some of these duties include compiling medical information like medical history, current symptoms, examination results, diagnostic tests, treatment methods, and past healthcare services provided. Workers in this field also organize and manage medical data and ensure the quality and accuracy of data.In...more
In any medical emergency worldwide, call is the first step to reach for Medical help successfully, there are other communication available like SMS, Text email, but its nothing good as calling for help, because its very interactive and you know that the help is coming which would relax you in such situation. The new technology from wired...more
Respite care offered to elders when they really need it, by elder care centers As child, we have our parents to look after us. They give us whatever we want and we try our level best to fulfill their needs. As we grow up, leaving our surroundings, being independent, we forget that there are some people in our...more
The Right Way to Get a Good Elder Care Provider Elder care is a flourishing business and is likely to be among the fastest rising industries within the next fifteen to twenty years. As baby boomers age, most of them will be needing a home care and searching for a good elder care giver like in decatur senior homes can be like a daunting job for the elderly person and the members of the family seeking to help them stay in their homes. A result of the elder care trend is the myriad of agencies giving to provide in home care for elderly people such as the decatur senior homes.Before selecting any type of home care for your elderly parent or family member you need a clear idea of what you need and expect from a care giver. Needs such as emotional care, mental health care together with ambulatory care for day to day physical hygiene have to be discussed and evaluated.Your family doctor can often do a needs assessment for the elderly loved one before you decide to approach any home health agency. If the doctor is unable or not willing to do an assessment you should have the assistance of an experienced social worker to do one.Any agency you approach...more
The Typical Deaf Old Person Uncle Ned can always be counted on to contribute something totally unrelated to the conversation, and most attribute it to senility. If not that, he just nods and smiles. Grandma has...more
Comprehending to Live Better: Information Healthcare Technology Innovations in science and technology over the past century make it easy for humans to help make and develop...more
In your senior years, one of your major tasks may be to find a nursing home. In fact, finding and moving into the right caring home is the key factor in determining the quality of your life. By choosing the right care home for your needs, you're...more
Medical Healthcare Software: For Efficient Record Management An extremely useful tool, medical healthcare software boosts the efficiency and working of a hospital or nursing home and its staff. Traditionally,...more
Elder Care and Independent Living Recovering from a life-threatening incident is not easy. Everyday there are countless people who get injured or become disabled all over the world. These injuries or accidents can...more
Important Decisions in Elder Care When Dementia Strikes Alzheimer's is the most common and well-known form of dementia with more than 5 million Americans suffering from...more