On 6 July my colleague Sue Newham and I attended the second day of this Bevan Commission conference at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport. The Bevan Commission is Wales’ leading health and care think tank – aiming to “challenge, change and champion thinking and practice to ensure sustainable health and care that is fit…
Background: Outside of early defibrillation and high-quality CPR, little has been shown to improve outcomes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). In theory, rapid identification of the underlying cause of arrest can be beneficial. Many emergency clinicians have adopted Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) into cardiac arrest care by for this reason. Ultrasound is a rapid bedside tool that…
This is a quick and easy salad that you can add to almost any meal. With all five flavors tossed into a delightful dish, you will leave your palate inspired and your whole being fully nourished. The five flavors to explore: Bitter arugula; spicy green onion; sour marinated beets; salty goat cheese, and sweet candied…
The recent outbreak of the devastating pandemic, commonly known as the Coronavirus, has many people rethinking their everyday habits. In addition to social distancing and more frequent hand washing, you may also want to consider giving your immune system a boost. While there’s a number of ways to do that like getting enough sleep and eating healthy, you can also take more vitamins. We’ve compiled a list of the…
Inside: Get a fun, easy recipe for Funfetti Protein Pancakes. No protein powder, cottage cheese, or banana–with 10 grams of protein per serving. Like the idea of my protein pancakes but just don’t love the flavor of cottage cheese? I got you! These pancakes use Greek yogurt instead. They’re not quite as high in protein,…
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a sudden decline in kidney function that develops over hours to days. While it can be classified into prerenal, postrenal, and intrarenal causes, intrarenal failure refers specifically to damage occurring within the kidneys themselves. This type of AKI is particularly significant because it usually involves direct injury to the kidney’s…
Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) is one of the most common viruses. It’s a member of the herpes group of viruses including HSV 1 and 2, Varicella zoster virus (shingles, chicken pox), Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Pseudorabies virus. A common factor of these viruses is their stress on the immune system, and their ability to remain dormant…
Changes in behaviour and emotions are frequent outcomes of stroke. Strokes can significantly impact a person’s attitude and perspective. Still, they can also have a profound influence on the brain due to hormonal changes and the location of the injury within the brain. Stroke is a common medical condition worldwide. The influence that stroke frequently…
Aren’t we all pioneers of unhealthy relationships? Oops, sorry we didn’t mean to attack anyone like that. Juicy topic apart, we are going to talk about unhealthy relationships with fitness today! Now, this article is for someone who is in absolute love with their gym, like an obsessive lover, and never realized where to draw…
Sheet pan dinners are a lifesaver for busy athletes. Simply toss your favorite protein, such as chicken breast, salmon, or tofu, with an assortment of vegetables like broccoli, brussels sprouts, onions, bell peppers, or sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Season everything with some fresh or dried herbs, spices, and a drizzle of olive oil,…