Queensland’s health minister wants the community to be informed of an upcoming coronaviruses warning, as well as the possibility of a new coronaval virus, The Courier-Mail can reveal.Health Minister Cameron Dick said he would like people to be notified of the threat on a monthly basis, but would also have the information available online in …
Monthly Archives: September 2021
How to avoid cats and kittens with viral coronavirus
The virus is spreading faster than ever before, with coronaviruses causing an estimated 1.5 million new cases a week in the United States and Europe.But the virus is also causing health problems, particularly for cats and the ones that live with them.Here’s what you need to know.What is coronaviral disease?Cordyceps unilateralis is a respiratory virus …
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Why are people choosing to get an HPV test?
Health Canada’s latest data shows a lot of people are getting their first shots for the HPV vaccine.But the numbers show they are just one of many reasons why the number of people who have received their first shot may be declining.Health Canada is encouraging people to check the HPV test results to see if …
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Health info trends: 5 health trends that’ll change your life
Health care, health technology, health-related services, and the environment are among the top topics covered in the 2016 Trends in Health and the Environment section of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.The survey also includes trends in other aspects of health and well-being.Here are five trends to keep an eye on: Health Information Trends …
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How to save on health insurance at the health information network
Health information is a critical tool for consumers, but the network of organizations and providers that collect and use it can be expensive.Here’s how to save money on the network by skipping the premiums.1.Paying your own billHealth insurance companies can help you avoid overcharges by automatically collecting your own premium.2.Checking the status of your health …
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Canada’s healthcare system needs more innovation, but we don’t yet have the money to get it right
Posted May 14, 2019 10:37:07 The Canadian government has just launched a new online health care portal that promises to help people get the health care they need.It’s called HealthLink, and it’s based in Victoria, B.C. But its launch comes as the federal government struggles to fund its $1.5 billion healthcare system.A new report by …
How to protect your health info on social media
Health information is now on the radar of federal law enforcement.And it’s being closely watched by those working to protect the privacy of people who use social media.The FBI and Department of Homeland Security are actively monitoring social media for data breaches and are seeking to identify any instances of malicious behavior, the DHS said …
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Patriots’ Aaron Hernandez: ‘I’m the type of guy that doesn’t care about my health’
HEALTH INFORMATION COUNCIL,Maltipo, Neb.— The New England Patriots are hopeful that wide receiver Aaron Hernandez can return from his ACL injury that ended his 2016 season, and coach Bill Belichick is confident that the quarterback can continue his growth and maturity.During his four-year career, Hernandez has become one of the most electrifying and influential players …
How to tell if you’re getting misleading health advice
How to know if you’ve received misleading health-related health information.A health information advertisement is a message that contains misleading information, such as the fact that a health plan may cover certain procedures, or that you may be eligible for Medicaid if you have a certain medical condition.An alternative health information ad is one that is …
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Why the tech industry has gotten so much wrong about health information
The tech industry’s obsession with the idea of health information is the biggest obstacle to innovation and growth, and it’s going to get worse.And it’s a huge one, because people are already worried about data breaches, they’re worried about privacy and security, and they’re also worried about whether they can trust their health data to …
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