Smokers have more blood clots in the lung, leading to higher hospital readmission rates

Smokers have more blood clots in the lung, leading to higher hospital readmission rates NEW ORLEANS (Oct. 14, 2019)­­ Patients with lung blood clots who smoke are more likely to be readmitted for lung blood clots than nonsmokers, according to Kam Sing Ho, MD, from Mount Sinai St. Luke’s and Mount Sinai West in New York City, who … Continue reading Smokers have more blood clots in the lung, leading to higher hospital readmission rates

Almost One-Third of Canadians Say Back Pain Limiting Their Work & Daily Lives

Almost One-Third of Canadians Say Back Pain Limiting Their Work & Daily Lives Canadians urged to #GetSpineActive on World Spine Day to prevent injuries and physical disorders; one in four work absences due to back pain, second only to common cold TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2019 /CNW/ – According to the Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA), more than … Continue reading Almost One-Third of Canadians Say Back Pain Limiting Their Work & Daily Lives

HumanisRx launches MedMonitor, the game changer that helps reduce millions in health benefit and disability insurance costs

HumanisRx launches MedMonitor, the game changer that helps reduce millions in health benefit and disability insurance costs MARKHAM, ON, Oct. 16, 2019 /CNW/ – Canadian employees are at high risk of medication related problems, leading to serious health risks, increased absenteeism in the workplace and high disability costs for employers, according to new research. HumanisRx … Continue reading HumanisRx launches MedMonitor, the game changer that helps reduce millions in health benefit and disability insurance costs

Biomedical Zone HeathBound Start Up Challenge 2019/2020 Tackles Technology for Mental Health and Addictions

Biomedical Zone HeathBound Start Up Challenge 2019/2020 Tackles Technology for Mental Health and Addictions Applications to participate in this year’s event open on October 21, 2019 TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2019 /CNW/ – The Biomedical Zone, a partnership between Ryerson University and St. Michael’s Hospital, is pleased to announce a collaboration with Shoppers Drug Mart for … Continue reading Biomedical Zone HeathBound Start Up Challenge 2019/2020 Tackles Technology for Mental Health and Addictions

30/30 Peanut Challenge Launches November 1

30/30 Peanut Challenge Launches November 130 Days to Benefit from Peanut Power Albany, Ga. (October 16, 2019) – Peanuts have it all. They’re tasty, low-cost and packed with protein, vitamins and minerals. To celebrate this superfood, The Peanut Institute is launching a 30/30 Peanut Challenge. For 30 days, Americans are encouraged to incorporate 30 peanuts or two tablespoons … Continue reading 30/30 Peanut Challenge Launches November 1