by Charles Choate | Mar 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Because PFAS are present in contaminated drinking water, food sources, and common household items, nearly everyone has some level of exposure—making it a widespread but often overlooked health risk. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as...
by Charles Choate | Feb 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
By addressing these hurdles head-on, residents can thrive in their training, build confidence, and lay the foundation for a successful and fulfilling career in emergency medicine. Emergency medicine (EM) residency is one of the most demanding yet rewarding stages in a...
by Charles Choate | Jan 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
From improved liver function and better sleep to clearer mental focus and weight management, Dry January provides a tangible opportunity for individuals to experience positive changes in their physical and mental well-being. As the new year begins, many people look...
by Charles Choate | Dec 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
For healthcare providers, staying healthy during winter is especially critical, as it helps them continue to provide the best possible care to patients. As winter approaches, healthcare providers and patients alike face unique wellness challenges. Cold weather,...
by Charles Choate | Nov 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
For healthcare providers, understanding the benefits and challenges of plant-based eating is essential for supporting patients who wish to transition to this diet. In recent years, plant-based diets have experienced a remarkable surge in popularity, driven by a...
by Charles Choate | Oct 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
For physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, CME offers a structured way to stay informed, improve clinical decision-making, and ultimately provide better patient care. Continuing Medical Education (CME) is crucial in ensuring that healthcare providers...
by Alex Urbanczyk | Sep 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
Travel nursing offers an exciting and distinctive pathway in the healthcare profession, characterized by flexibility, diversity, and opportunity. Travel nursing offers an exciting and distinctive pathway in the healthcare profession, characterized by flexibility,...
by Charles Choate | Aug 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
The integration of genomic data into clinical practice is becoming increasingly feasible, offering new avenues for disease prevention, early detection, and personalized treatment plans. Genomic medicine represents a transformative shift in healthcare, utilizing the...
by Alex Urbanczyk | Jul 16, 2024 | Uncategorized
To achieve the highest level of success, nurses must feel compelled to perform compassion toward patients. Compassionate care is the cornerstone of nursing practice, reflecting nurses’ deep empathy and genuine concern for their patient’s well-being. It goes beyond the...
by Charles Choate | Jun 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
Wearable technology has swiftly become an integral part of modern healthcare, offering innovative solutions to monitor and manage patient health. Devices such as smartwatches, biosensors, and wearable ECG monitors are transforming the landscape of medical care,...
by Charles Choate | May 13, 2024 | Uncategorized
(Children) present with a unique array of physiological and psychological attributes that necessitate a specialized approach to emergency medical treatment. In the fast-paced realm of emergency medicine, the care of pediatric patients stands out as a particularly...
by Charles Choate | Apr 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
In such a high-pressure environment, having access to reliable and concise information is not just helpful—it’s essential. Emergency medical services (EMS) professionals navigate a challenging landscape where quick, accurate decisions are crucial. The risk of...
by Erin Grim | Feb 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Listen to the Narrated version 18min https://blog.pepid.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/CDS-blog_mixdown.mp3 Clinical Decision Support apps have the potential to transform the way healthcare professionals approach patient care, by providing real-time access to...
by Charles Choate | Feb 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Disaster preparedness involves preparing emergency departments and healthcare facilities to provide medical care to a large number of patients with diverse medical needs during a disaster. Disaster preparedness in emergency medicine encompasses the strategic process...
by Charles Choate | Jan 11, 2024 | Uncategorized
Good bedside manner is not always enough to effectively manage all patients in the Emergency Department Patients in the emergency department (ED) can sometimes present a spectrum of challenges for the healthcare team, ranging from uncooperative or combative behaviors...
