What the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic Can Teach Us Today
The deadliest pandemic in modern history, known as the Spanish flu or the 1918 flu pandemic, contains crucial data that may guide us amid the current outbreak of COVID-19. In the absence of a vaccine, interventions such as social distancing, stay-at-home mandates and travel restrictions are not novel ideas. Based on historical data, we now […]
New Trials for COVID-19 Vaccine
New Trials for a COVID-19 Vaccine are starting. In Seattle, Washington; the Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute or ((KPWHRI) just entered phase one in its progress to devise a vaccine. This study evaluates 45 healthy adults who are are asymptomatic and not ill of the flu, cold, and COVID-19. The experimental study is projected […]
Flattening the Curve in 1918: The Spanish Flu
As the COVID-19 pandemic flares across the globe, scientists and historians assess the mitigation measures implemented to fight the Spanish Flu of 1918 that killed between 50 to 100 million people. The concern is if action is not taken, COVID-19 will surpass historical severity. Considering the increased connectivity, globalization, and urbanization in the modern world, […]
FDA policy changes regarding COVID-19
The FDA has laid out some new, temporary policy changes to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These updated policies are part of their “good guidance practices.” These policies are especially important to implement quickly, as COVID-19 is spreading quickly. The FDA wants to curb the spread as quickly as they can. The old guidelines include […]
Cybersecurity – why its important
Cybersecurity threats and breaches cost businesses an estimated $3.5 billion last year. This is important to know because health organizations and hospitals are at an even higher risk. Email is one of the easiest ways hackers can gain entry into any secure information. Hackers are getting even more thrifty. They have found ways to make […]
Infection control plans
Infection control plans are very important, especially now. Coronavirus has escalated worldwide. Consequently, 2,000 people have the infection. The disease is rapidly spreading. What does this mean for your organization? This is where American Medical Compliance can help. Firstly, infection control plans are necessary to prevent more people from getting sick. China has implemented its […]
Coronavirus: what is it?
Coronavirus has broken out in China. Thus, it has been in global headlines as of recently. But, what exactly is it? It is mostly found in animals and rarely is seen in humans. Now, humans are catching the disease. It is similar to SARS and MERS. Two people have died so far. Scientists have not […]
E-cigarettes and their dangers
E-cigarettes are still making national headlines. The Center for Disease Control has done further research into the matter. While they are still unsure of what is causing all the deaths, they have a clearer idea now. The CDC has found a connection between THC in these products and the sicknesses. Subsequently, EVALI related illnesses have […]
HIV prevention few and far between
HIV infections in America have not gone up or down, according to the Center for Disease Control. There are ways to end this stall, however. Because many Americans are unaware of their options surrounding the infection, many go without proper testing and prevention methods. The CDC has created a map designed to end the HIV […]
Hispanic people more at risk for diabetes
Diabetes is on the rise in America. Hispanic people in particular face a higher rate of type two diabetes. There are ways to reduce the risk and alleviate the illness if it occurs, however. The Center for Disease Control believes there could be a link between certain ethnic groups and type two diabetes. The connection […]
Women face high cancer risks
“All women are at risk for gynecologic cancers,” according to the Center for Disease Control. That’s right, all women. Cancer does not discriminate based on age or race. It is more important than ever to be aware of reproductive organs and detect symptoms early. Cancer is a very scary prospect, but there are some tips […]
Flu is rising this season
Flu is unusually high right now. The Center for Disease Control says that this season could peak earlier. There are high rates of it in the south, according to the CDC. So far, the CDC has reported that 4.8% of deaths are attributed to the flu. 6.4% is considered an epidemic. February is typically when […]