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Global trial to test whether MMR vaccine protects front-line health-care workers against COVID-19

By Gertha Selvidge 2 weeks ago

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Vaccine may strengthen immune response to viral infections; trial to enroll up to 30,000 health-care workers

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Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is the clinical coordinating center for an international trial aimed at evaluating on a large scale whether the MMR vaccine can protect against COVID-19.

An international research network of physicians and scientists is launching a clinical trial to evaluate whether the vaccine for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) can protect front-line health-care workers against infection from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The trial aims to enroll up to 30,000 health-care workers globally.

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is the clinical coordinating center for this ambitious, international trial, which is the first to evaluate on a large scale whether the MMR vaccine can protect against COVID-19. The trial is co-led by Washington University, University College London

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Modernizing Medicine Selects Adyen to Incorporate Payments into Healthcare Platform

By Gertha Selvidge 3 weeks ago

AMSTERDAM, Sept. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Adyen (AMS: ADYEN), the global payments platform of choice for many of the world’s leading companies, announced today that it has been selected by Modernizing Medicine Retail Solutions, Inc., to offer point-of-sale (POS) and online payments on its platform, known as modmed® Pay. The Modernizing Medicine® group of companies is a health information technology leader providing integrated suites of solutions for specialty medical practices.

Together, the companies offer a unified commerce approach that helps clients simplify payments by connecting patients, healthcare providers and financial institutions with integrated solutions. modmed Pay integrates with the Practice Management (PM) system for EMA® electronic health records (EHR) system users and the gastroenterology practice management solution, gPM™, for gGastro® EHR users.

President and COO Joe Harpaz of Modernizing Medicine stated: “As a provider of modern cloud platforms, we needed a payments platform that

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Health-care advocates frustrated as Gatineau Hospital ICU stays shut

By Gertha Selvidge 1 month ago



a sign in front of a building: A staffing shortage has led to the temporary closure of the Gatineau Hospital's intensive care ward, with patients being treated at other hospitals across the region.

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A staffing shortage has led to the temporary closure of the Gatineau Hospital’s intensive care ward, with patients being treated at other hospitals across the region.

The intensive care unit at the Gatineau Hospital will remain shut until at least Monday night due to a shortage of nurses, according to the local health authority.

The Centre intégré de Santé et de Services sociaux de l’Outaouais (CISSSO) announced Saturday that the ICU would close at midnight that night due to unexpected absences among the nursing staff. 

On Sunday, CISSSO told Radio-Canada that the closure will remain in place at least another day — the sort of situation health-care advocates like Paul Brunet are tired of hearing about.

“It has become almost something very ordinary on the part of bureaucrats to tell us that, ‘Well, we’re sorry, but we’re not going to treat you for a life or death

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Abacus Medicine – Better Access. Better Healthcare.

By 6 months ago

Information on the Corona virus crisis

In many countries, the healthcare systems are currently experiencing an exceptionally difficult period as a result of the Corona virus (Covid-19).

Abacus Medicine is part of the pharmaceutical supply chain and we are continuing our operations in order to offer all possible support.

We will continue to purchase medicine from our suppliers and continue to deliver medicine to hospitals, pharmacies and all other customers.

We are operating in accordance with the instructions and recommendations from the relevant, national authorities. Some of our employees are already working from home, but our service and supply remains unaffected. We are in full operation and will continue to answer your calls and reply to your e-mails. 

Please rest assured that we are doing everything within our control to ensure the continued supply of medicine.

 

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Our extensive network in the EU and globally often allows us

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Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance – Home

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Friday, May 01, 2020
May Blood Donor Clinics
It is safe to donate blood during COVID-19 and critical for patients.    
Monday, April 27, 2020
What to Expect at HPHA During COVID-19: Screening & Temporary Changes to Family and Caregiver Presence
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Nursing & Healthcare Jobs – Medical Employment

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Cape Cod Hospital – Cape Cod Healthcare

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At Cape Cod Hospital®, we are committed to coordinating and delivering the highest quality, accessible healthcare services to all Cape Cod residents and visitors. Along with Falmouth Hospital, Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis provides the exceptional care you’d expect at academic medical centers, close to home.

Cape Cod Healthcare has been nationally recognized for exceptional care, an added assurance that you’ll receive the latest in treatment, knowledge and expertise every time you visit.

Major service areas include:

  • Cardiovascular services, which includes four interventional cardiology suites for emergency and elective angioplasty, electrophysiology, and cardiac rehabilitation
  • The O’Keefe Surgical Pavilion, which features inpatient and outpatient surgery in 14 operating rooms including two cardiac surgery rooms
  • The Davenport-Mugar Cancer Center, which offers cancer services in medical oncology and radiation therapy
  • Women’s Health services, including imaging, maternity, breast health and gynecological care
  • Renowned Orthopedic and Neurosurgical care, using the latest in technology
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Hospital Jobs & Healthcare Jobs

By 6 months ago

If you’re in the medical field or looking to break in, you might be considering which jobs are most in-demand right now. Is it time for you to start specializing? Are you just in the wrong place at the wrong time?
Healthcare jobs are booming, and they’re suspected to  continue thriving  despite any negative changes in the economy. Many medical careers in demand are always looking for new hires.
If you’re able to handle it, it’s a great industry to get into. Healthcare professionals do a lot of good, and they do pretty well for themselves as well. Job security and a stable income are only two of the benefits of working in healthcare.
But which job is right for you?
If you’re thinking about your next step in your career, you might want to know what jobs are hot right now. You’re in the right

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HHC Bellevue – South Manhattan Healthcare Network

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Dr. Craig Spencer Reunites with HHC Bellevue Hospital Medical Team a Year After Recovering from Ebola
Dr. Spencer greeted and hugged staff who successfully cared for him while he was in isolation in Bellevue’s Infectious Diseases Unit during the height of last year’s Ebola crisis.

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Benard Dreyer, Director of Pediatrics at Bellevue Hospital Center, Elected President of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Pediatric specialist says he’s working toward a world where all children and families have access to the best healthcare

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Ten Bellevue Doctors Named Among the Best
Ten physicians from HHC Bellevue Hospital Center have been named to New York Magazine’s list of “Best Doctors”.

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“Tonight Show” host Jimmy Fallon Thanks Bellevue Staff for Saving Finger

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Memorial Hospital West | Memorial Healthcare System

By 7 months ago

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703 North Flamingo Road
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028


Phone:
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Alternate Phone:
954-844-5493


Appointment Phone:
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Memorial Hospital West offers a wide range of healthcare services, including one of the busiest adult emergency care departments in Broward County. We are also home to:

Directions to Memorial Hospital West

The hospital is on the northeast corner of Pines Blvd and Flamingo Road, next to the Pembroke Lakes Mall and behind the Toys“R”Us. It is located west of Interstate 95 (I-95) and the Florida Turnpike and east of Interstate 75 (I-75).

Parking at Memorial Hospital West

Valet Parking

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, valet services have been suspended at all Memorial hospitals, except at the Medical Office buildings, for each location.

Visitor Parking

Our visitor parking garage is free and available 24/7. It can be accessed from the Flamingo Road hospital entrance or NW 4th Street. If

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