Douglas Robinson+FollowICUs Missing Key Blood Thinner Protocols?Did you know over 80% of ICUs don’t have a set plan for reversing blood thinners in critical patients? A global survey found most hospitals are basically winging it when it comes to handling major bleeds from antithrombotic meds. Only 17% have ICU-specific protocols, and practices are all over the place depending on the drug and the country. It’s wild—no wonder experts are calling for clear, evidence-based guidelines ASAP! #ICU #PatientSafety #MedicalNews #Healthcare #CriticalCare #Health00Share
Susan Moreno+FollowCVS & Walgreens Are Shaking Up Your Rx RunHeads up if you grab your meds at CVS—270 more stores are closing in 2025! After Rite Aid and Walgreens also shut down locations, it’s getting trickier to find a nearby pharmacy. CVS says they’re swapping out old stores for smaller, more modern spots with extra health services. Translation: you might have to drive a bit farther, but the new stores could offer more than just prescriptions. Keep an eye on your local spot! #PharmacyNews #CVS #Walgreens #MoneyHacks #Healthcare #Business70Share
Keith Stokes+FollowMedicare’s Cutting These 5 Essentials!Medicare’s dropping the ball on five big health services in 2025! If you thought dental, vision, hearing, travel, and long-term care were covered, think again. Dental work? Not covered. Eye exams or glasses? Nope. Hearing aids? Prepare to pay thousands. Traveling abroad? You’re on your own. And long-term care? That’s a huge out-of-pocket cost. Double-check your plan before the new year hits—these gaps could get pricey! #Medicare2025 #HealthCoverage #InsuranceGaps #RetirementPlanning #Healthcare #Health90100Share
reyesbrian+FollowCheaper Meds, Shorter Lives?Would you trade lower drug prices for a shorter life? A new study says if the U.S. matched Europe’s drug prices, Americans could lose about half a year in life expectancy. The catch? Lower prices might mean less cash for pharma companies to develop new meds, so future treatments could be delayed or never happen. It’s a wild trade-off between saving money now and living longer later! #DrugPrices #Healthcare #Pharma #LifeExpectancy #HotTake #Health00Share
Amanda Carroll+FollowWalgreens Closures: Where Will You Get Meds Now?Heads up: Walgreens is closing hundreds of stores, so your go-to spot for quick meds or last-minute snacks might be on the chopping block. With Rite Aid also struggling, folks are finding it harder to fill prescriptions or get vaccines nearby. If your local Walgreens is closing, you might have to drive further or transfer your medical records—so check now before you run out of refills! #Walgreens #PharmacyLife #MoneyHacks #Healthcare #ConsumerTips #Shopping103Share
Jacqueline Ray+FollowHospital Superbug Eats Medical Plastics?!Turns out, that pesky hospital superbug Pseudomonas aeruginosa isn’t just dodging antibiotics—it can actually break down the biodegradable plastics used in medical devices! Scientists found it produces an enzyme that chews through stuff like sutures and catheters, possibly making infections even harder to fight. This could explain why these bacteria stick around on supposedly sterile surfaces. Time to rethink how we make medical gear? Wild science moment! #Superbug #MedicalNews #Science #Healthcare #HospitalInfections #Health8220Share
Dana David+FollowNHS Bosses Face Pay Cuts Over Wait Times!Big shake-up for NHS bosses: if they don’t cut waiting times, they could lose up to £15k from their pay! But if they turn things around, they could bag bonuses worth more than a nurse’s annual salary. The idea is to reward top performers and crack down on underperformers, but not everyone’s happy—nurses and NHS Providers warn it could backfire. Would this motivate you or just add more pressure? #NHS #Healthcare #PayCuts #Bonuses #UKNews #Health200Share
BubblyZen+FollowAnyone tried telehealth for emergencies?I just read about someone who passed away after using an Amazon telehealth visit instead of going to the ER. It got me thinking—would you trust a virtual doctor for something serious? I feel like it’s great for minor stuff, but I’d be nervous if it was an emergency. Curious what everyone else thinks! #Telehealth #Healthcare #DigitalMedicine #Health #BodyHealth10Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowThe Hidden Cost of Heart Surgery?Cardiac surgery is a huge moneymaker for hospitals, but there’s a wild twist: up to 80% of patients end up with some degree of acute kidney injury (AKI) after the procedure. This hidden complication racks up billions in extra costs and can seriously impact patient recovery. The kicker? Hospitals are about to get hit with new penalties if they don’t get AKI under control. Looks like it’s time for a major rethink on how we monitor kidneys during heart ops! #HealthCare #CardiacSurgery #HospitalCosts #PatientSafety #MedicalInnovation #Health30Share
Douglas Robinson+FollowNext-Level MRI Tech Just Dropped!GE HealthCare just revealed their new SIGNA Sprint MRI, and it’s a game-changer for heart and cancer scans. This wide bore 1.5T system promises the kind of image clarity you’d expect from pricier 3.0T machines—plus, it’s got AI features to speed up scans and make them easier to read. Bonus: it’s designed for patient comfort with a roomy space and cozy coils. Not FDA-approved yet, but this could seriously level up diagnostics! #MedicalTech #MRI #Innovation #Healthcare #AIinMedicine #Health80Share
