Day: August 17, 2022

Product update

Epworth HealthCare, BUPA to offer eligible patients rehab at home

Epworth HealthCare and Bupa will offer eligible patients increased access to rehabilitation in the home as part of an extension of their contract. The partnership will support innovative models of care by expanding rehabilitation in the home beyond traditional areas such as orthopaedics to neurological and reconditioning patients Epworth Group Chief Executive Dr. Lachlan Henderson said the partnership allowed for greater choice while maintaining access to high quality care. “Innovative programs such as rehab in the home are already providing…

Research

Microparticle vaccine to provide booster doses automatically

Researchers at MIT have created a microparticle vaccine that can provide booster doses automatically. The hollow microparticles resemble a coffee cup with a lid, and are made using poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid), otherwise known as PLGA. The polymer breaks down over time in the body, releasing the contents of the hollow particles. By changing the composition of the polymer and the chemical groups attached to it, the researchers can tweak the release time, allowing them to deliver an assortment of particles that…

Health Destination

Turkey: A Booming Market for Healthcare Technologies and Services

Turkey's popularity as a medical tourism destination is attributed to the high-quality healthcare services offered at more economical prices. According to the MoH, in 2019 approximately 662,000 international patients visited Turkey, contributing nearly $1 billion to the economy. This industry was signicantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 but rebounded in 2021 The Republic of Türkiye, commonly known as Turkey, is a transcontinental Eurasian country located mainly in Western Asia, with a smaller portion in Southeast Europe. Turkey shares…

Features

Migraine-More than just a Headache? Get the facts and find out

Over a billion people worldwide suffer from migraine headaches – roughly 12% of the population- that holds true for the United Arab Emirates as well. It is a very common condition and is much more frequently found in women than in men. Migraine headaches peak incidents occur in patients between their 20s and 30s but children, as well as older adults, can be diagnosed Migraine is a common health condition that affects millions of people around the world. In the…

Cover Story

Technology a game changer in dermatology

“The role of light-based technologies in dermatology has expanded dramatically in recent years. Lasers and intense pulsed light have been used to safely and effectively treat a diverse array of cutaneous conditions, including vascular and pigmented lesions, tattoos, scars and undesired hair, while also providing extensive therapeutic options for cosmetic rejuvenation and other dermatologic conditions. Dermatologic laser procedures are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, and demand for them has fueled new innovations and clinical applications,” Nicole Zysk says Nicole The study…