If you are a Cannabidiol (CBD) enthusiast, you might have come across some products that are labeled as either full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, or CBD isolate. Even though the names may sound similar, the three things are unlike. Basically, the three terms above are mainly used to determine which type of CBD is used in a certain […]
5 Ways to Build Back Your Confidence
Whether you have been through a car accident, an accident at work or another traumatic event, it’s not unusual to suffer from feelings of anxiety or a drop in confidence afterwards. These feelings may pass in time, but many people need to take proactive steps to try and move on with their lives. For example, […]
How to Become HIPAA Compliant
69% of businesses see compliance as a cost driver. However, non-compliance isn’t inviting either. While a compliant business that has gone through a data breach will suffer losses, the losses of a non-compliant business are magnified by the hefty non-compliance fines that follow. As a result, remaining compliant to HIPAA in the health industry is […]
How Can Hospitals Prevent the Spread of the Norovirus?
Imagine going into the hospital to recover from an illness or have some sort of routine surgery performed, only to end up catching a virus that leaves you sicker than when you entered the hospital in the first place. Well, unfortunately, this isn’t as rare as you may think, as viruses such as Norovirus can […]
How Common Are Hospital Acquired Infections?
Some dangerous infections may develop more readily within the hospital environment, leaving patients susceptible to acquiring them during their stay in hospital. Take a look at how common these types of infections are and how you can help to prevent them. What is a Hospital Acquired Infection? Hospital acquired infections (HAI’s) can be defined as […]
Helping HIPAA and Vendor Management With The HITRUST Framework
Soon after figuring out how to go about the definition of “business entity”, Congress introduced the Omnibus rule. Thanks to the establishment of the Health Information Trust Alliance or HITRUST, the HITRUST framework assists vendor management and HIPAA, which had unexpectedly become “a thing”. The management of patient health information can be compared to the […]
While a Fifth of NHS Hospital Miss their Targets, a New Flu Test Might Help
While NHS hospitals across the United Kingdom miss their targets, severe winter approaches. Luckily a new flu test that only takes 20 minutes and a throat swab could help. As the CobasLiat test is administered at NHS trust hospitals, it has been helping avoid unnecessary admissions and freeing up beds. However, Public Health England warns […]
Therapeutic Uses of Interferons in Controlling Disease
The importance of interferons (IFNs) in the immune response and their essential roles in different metabolic pathways are not recent discoveries. What is new, however, is the design and creation of modern equipment that has provided researchers with the tools to thoroughly understand interferon activity and ultimately allow us to develop better treatments. The Role […]
Are Delivery Drivers Considered Lone Workers?
Technically speaking, delivery drivers aren’t always alone on the job. The roads are packed with other motorists and pedestrians that they’re not entirely isolated. In case something happens, they can get help from other motorists. They can also call roadside assistance during emergencies. However, delivery drivers are still generally considered as lone workers. While some […]
The Differences Between Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Disaster recovery is a hot topic across all industries as it impacts business continuity. Organizations with operations offices located in areas prone to natural disasters such as hurricanes (Louisiana and Florida), wildfires (California) and others need a policy on getting back to business when impacted by an event. Business continuity and disaster recovery are related […]