As a sophomore at Harvard, Rebecca Onie was already revolutionizing Boston's health care system by co-founding Project HEALTH, now called Health Leads, at Boston Medical Center. Fifteen years later, as Health Leads's CEO, she's breaking the link between poor health and poverty by mobilizing an energetic yet unusual group of health workers: ambitious college students. Her organization, which today serves six cities, teaches student volunteers to help low-income patients fill social "prescriptions" such as better food, housing, and job training. Onie also received a degree from Harvard Law and worked briefly as an attorney in Chicago. Since returning to Health Leads in 2006, she has been honored as one of TIME magazine's 100 most influential people, a MacArthur Fellow, and a member of O, the Oprah Magazine's "Power List" of women who are "changing the world for the better." Here, she discusses non-medical needs that are nonetheless critical to health, how young people can improve … [Read more...] about A Conversation With Rebecca Onie, CEO of Health Leads
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10 Nutritional Health Benefits Of Blackcurrants
Home Health Nutrition Nutrition oi-Neha Ghosh By Neha Ghosh on April 24, 2018 This summer, almost everyone is going to grab their choice of ice cream to beat the scorching heat. Ice cream comes in many flavours - from strawberry and vanilla to chocolate and blackcurrant. No! We aren't going to write about ice cream in this article if you may think so. Have you ever had a blackcurrant ice cream? We guess you have understood by now. Yes, blackcurrant is what we are going to discuss about. Blackcurrants are small, dark red and purple berries. Their name is due to the fact that these fruits are black in colour. They are juicy and sweet and are often used to make jams and jellies. Blackcurrants are a good source of nutrients like vitamins, minerals, omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fibres, antioxidants and flavonoids that are beneficial for the health. Have a look at the nutritional health benefits of blackcurrants below. 1. Keeps Your Heart healthy Eating blackcurrants regularly … [Read more...] about 10 Nutritional Health Benefits Of Blackcurrants
5 Socially Embarrassing Health Issues
Home Health Wellness Wellness oi-Staff By Staff | on April 2, 2018 Do you find yourself avoiding close contact with the others while at social parties, workplace or family functions? Well, you're not alone! Some health issues can get in the way of your social life and can make you feel self-conscious. Here are five common health issues that are more than just social embarrassments, take a look. 1) Bad Breath Bad breath, also called halitosis, causes embarrassment, inhibits social interaction, and also decreases quality of life1. Ignorance toward oral health is known to be one of the major contributors to the onset of bad breath. For instance, lack of proper oral hygiene and toothbrushing can leave food particles inside your mouth. These food particles can act as potential sources for bacteria in the mouth to produce noxious odours, leading to bad breath. Maintaining good oral hygiene and visiting your dentist regularly can help tackle bad breath issues2,3. 2) Body Odour … [Read more...] about 5 Socially Embarrassing Health Issues
Ihedioha inherited poor health facilities ― Dr Acholonu
By Chidi Nkwopara, Owerri Underfunding, inadequate personnel, lack of essential modern medical equipment and other infrastructural needs, have been identified as the major handicaps bedevilling Imo State Government-owned hospitals. The Chairman of Imo State Hospital Management Board, Dr. Douglas Acholonu, made this known after inspecting some of the medical outfits yesterday. At the time of going to press, the inspection team had visited Awo-Omamma General Hospital, Oru East local council area, Amaifeke Health Centre, Orlu local government area and Nwaorieubi General Hospital in Mbaitoli Local Government Areas. While saying that “the essence of the inspection was to identify the facilities in bad condition and find ways to revamping them for optimal function and use”, Dr. Acholonu however, reiterated the commitment of Governor Emeka Ihedioha to improving the health sector and ensuring service delivery in the state. ALSO READ: Akpabio’s withdrawal from … [Read more...] about Ihedioha inherited poor health facilities ― Dr Acholonu
US health insurance firm Cigna is using AI to check if patients are taking their medications but experts fear the controversial scheme may be used to cancel policies or avoid paying out
A US health insurance giant is using an AI system to monitor whether patients with chronic diseases are skipping their medication. Cigna's technology, Health Connect 360, will be rolled out to millions of Americans next month. But experts fear the technology will be used to cancel policies or avoid paying up if patients are found to be missing or incorrectly taking prescriptions. Doctors and nurses will be able to constantly keep an eye on patients' health and step in when they have cause for concern. For example, an alert may be triggered if patients forget to pick up their prescription or miss an appointment. Health insurance giant Cigna says the technology, called Health Connect 360, will give its members personalised care at the touch of a button. But experts have told MailOnline the insurer will use it to reduce payouts and increase premiums Patients insured with Cigna will be able to use an app on their laptops or phones to log onto the online … [Read more...] about US health insurance firm Cigna is using AI to check if patients are taking their medications but experts fear the controversial scheme may be used to cancel policies or avoid paying out