It’s been four years since the disastrous Fyre Fest, which had been billed as one of the most exciting music events in the world. Celebrities and fans paid thousands of dollars to fly to the Bahamas, enjoy lavish meals, luxury villas, and tunes from some of their favorite musicians…but that’s not what ended up happening. Those brave enough to make the trip woke up to a nightmare. There were no celebrities, villas, or fancy meals, just a few tents in the middle of nowhere. The story became something of a legend on social media. Some attendees recounted their miserable experiences, […]
Brazil has become the new epicenter of the COVID-19 crisis. President Jair Bolsonaro has been criticized for not taking the pandemic seriously, and now a new variant known as P1 is bringing the country to a standstill. Nurses and frontline workers are feeling the heat as ICUs fill up and PPE becomes scarce. Brazil on Fire The largest country in South America is just behind the U.S. when it comes to COVID-19 deaths, with over 353,000 so far. Brazil reported just over 1,800 deaths on Sunday alone, a troubling sign that the pandemic is picking up steam there. It also […]
With over 560,000 COVID-19-related deaths and counting, the pandemic has decimated families all over the country. The total U.S. death toll has now exceeded that of WWII, which claimed the lives of 405,399 Americans. The cost of losing a loved one to COVID-19 can be difficult to comprehend. On top of the grief and emotional despair, every casualty can lead to a loss in income, exorbitant medical bills, and financial instability. That’s why many people believe the U.S. should start compensating victims for these losses, so surviving family members have the resources they need to rebuild their lives. Historical Precedent […]
Steward Health Care Systems LLC, which owns dozens of hospitals and medical facilities across the country, is in the middle of a nasty dispute with Aya Healthcare Inc., one of the most prominent travel nursing agencies in the U.S. Last month, Steward Health Care Systems filed a lawsuit against Aya in Massachusetts Superior Court alleging that the company was engaged in price gouging during the pandemic. It also wants Aya to stop canceling travel nursing contracts at the last minute. In retaliation, Aya has just filed a lawsuit against Steward in the same court, alleging the company owes more than […]
A mass shooting took place in Rock Hill, South Carolina on Wednesday afternoon. Dr. Robert Lesslie, 70, a prominent doctor in the area, was found dead in his home along with his wife, Barbara Lesslie, 69, and their two grandchildren, Adah Lesslie, 9, and Noah Lesslie, 5. A fifth victim was pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities. A source told the Associated Press that the shooter has been identified as former NFL player Phillip Adams, who took his own life just after midnight on Thursday. A Tragic Situation The police said they were called to Dr. Lesslie’s home […]
The Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association is out with new research that looks at how electronic health records (EHRs) and patient-generated data can lead to burnout in clinical situations. You’re probably used to entering information and clicking through virtual menus all day long, but how are these digital tools affecting your physical and mental health? It’s more complicated than you might think. The Problem with EHRs The report comes from Jiancheng Ye, a PhD student at Northwestern University. He found that EHRs and integrating patient data can create challenges and obstacles on the job. Providers go to work […]
It’s a difficult situation that could easily happen to anyone planning to travel after getting vaccinated for COVID-19. Diane Schmidt is a nurse practitioner at Children’s Minnesota and says she’s been fully vaccinated since the end of January. On March 27th, she decided to fly down to Mexico to celebrate her daughter’s senior trip and upcoming graduation with several other moms. The CDC says it’s safe for vaccinated people to travel outside the U.S. but there’s a slight chance they could still contract COVID-19. Now Diane Schimdt is trapped in quarantine until she gets the all clear to go home. […]
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, nurses and doctors have been receiving the lion’s share of attention, but how has the last year affected veterinarians? They’re not working on the front lines of the public health crisis, but that doesn’t mean they haven’t experienced their fair share of heartache. Several new studies indicate that vets are facing an increased risk of suicide. COVID-19 has been decimating practices and animal care clinics all over the country. But is hope on the horizon? Watching Their Practice and Staff Waste Away Veterinarians have been nudged in between a rock and a hard place over the […]
Studies show around 25% of Americans skip going to the doctor even when it’s medically necessary due to the high cost of care. Insurance, copays, premiums, and endless paperwork can be a challenge for both patients and providers. That’s why Voyage Direct Primary Care in the small town of American Fork, Utah is taking a different approach. Patients don’t need insurance to go to the doctor. They get unlimited access to their primary care provider for one low price, paid monthly or annually. As it turns out, patients and providers couldn’t be happier with the results. Saying Goodbye to Insurance […]
The state of Arkansas was on the verge of passing a sweeping bill that would prohibit doctors and physicians from treating transgender youth with hormone treatments, puberty blockers, or surgery. The State Legislature passed the bill before sending it over to Gov. Asa Hutchinson for final approval. Nearly everyone on both sides of the aisle expected Hutchinson to sign the bill into law, but he surprised everyone by vetoing it instead. The debate has put a spotlight on trans lives in the U.S. and how the healthcare industry treats children looking to transition. Cracking Down on Transgender Youth When Gov. […]