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• New study: Hepatitis C-negative patients may safely receive positive hearts,…

  Lynn Hetzler Medical & Allied Healthcare

  A group of transplant surgeons at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston decided to investigate whether organs from donors with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) could be safely transplanted into recipients without the virus. They reported their findings in the New England Journal of Medicine. Hearts and lungs from donors infected with HCV are usually discarded out of concerns of spreading the viral infection, despite the immediate need for such organs. Organs for donation increasingly carry the hepatitis C virus, as people who use inject drugs and share needles are at high risk of HCV infection.

• How will US manufacturing be affected by the trade war with China?

  Michelle R. Matisons Manufacturing

  The U.S. trade war with China has heated up, and now there is much speculation about daily life for American manufacturers and their employees. The logic is that higher tariffs on Chinese goods will increase trading with non-tariffed countries, and even better is Trump’s "best idea" of higher tariffs resulting in a logical move to buy American. We are quickly reminded that it’s not so simple to do that. Why not? For one, it’s difficult to find products made with solely U.S. parts.

• Podcast: How to convert a prospective patient calling your out-of-network…

  Jarod Carter Healthcare Administration

  This episode features my interview with Jerry Durham, co-owner of San Francisco Sport and Spine Physical Therapy, who transitioned his three-clinic practice completely out of network with all third-party payors except Medicare. This episode dives into the details of the initial phone conversation with a prospective patient when your clinic is not in network with any insurances. He goes into so many important details, I actually recommend listening to this one twice and taking notes if you are serious about transitioning your practice out-of-network.

• The mechanism of caries and the anti-caries action of fluoride

  Charles Jameson Oral & Dental Healthcare

  At present, around two-thirds of U.S. households have fluoridated water in their houses. The CDC has made nationwide fluoridation of drinking water a top priority for the prevention of cavities. In 1945, Grand Rapids, Michigan, became the first U.S. city to implement community fluoridation of the water supply. Fluoride isn't just found in tap water, of course. It’s also found naturally and fortified in certain foods. Additionally, fluoride is a common ingredient in tooth varnish or gels, mouthwashes, prophy paste, and toothpaste, with an aim to reverse tooth decay.

• 6 ways your hospital can reduce patient anxiety

  Lisa Mulcahy Medical & Allied Healthcare

  In a hospital, you're always trying to improve patient satisfaction — but you might be overlooking the most crucial area that needs fixing. Anxiety is a well-established issue at varying levels for many patients facing a procedure, extensive treatment, or just waiting for test results. However, many physicians don't see the importance of systematically addressing it. It's important to do so, though. Implement these scientifically proven strategies to provide more calm and ensure better feedback for your organization.

• 5 ways to alienate your project team

  Deborah Ike Business Management, Services & Risk Management

  The role of project manager isn’t always viewed kindly. Some team members may think you don’t do any real work or that you’re creating extra work for them. To fight against those stereotypes, consider the following ways you could accidentally alienate your team and take a different approach instead.

• Travel2020: Finding your inner Buddha at 30,000 feet

  Lark Gould Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

  A 2013 survey by Carlson Wagonlit Travel said it all when it comes to measuring the toll that travel takes on today’s road warriors. CWT found that travelers can experience stress for as much as "6.9 hours per trip." Sadly, the intervening years have not been kind to business travelers, either. A global study released in March by IHG reported that business travelers lose some 58 minutes of sleep per night while away. While many of the factors that contribute to this particularly insidious strain of stress cannot be helped, there are a few tricks and tips one can apply to one’s travels and daily navigations that can make anyone’s journey through life a little more bearable.

• Why understanding the time pyramid is critical for healthcare administrators

  Catherine Iste Healthcare Administration

  Everything that falls under the auspices of healthcare administration is complex. From budgets to billing and policy to care management, healthcare administrators at any level must understand, manage, and optimize complicated systems. As such, the actions of one healthcare administrator can impact a significant number of departments, teams and employees. Because of this, it is critical for administrators to become familiar with and embrace the time pyramid.

• If you haven’t tried EFT, you’re missing out on a great stress…

  Victoria Fann Mental Healthcare

  For those of you who are unfamiliar with the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), it is a healing modality that involves systematic tapping of specific end points of the energy meridian system to diffuse the intensity of stressful emotions and create a state of overall well-being. EFT was founded by Gary Craig, who learned Thought Field Therapy from Dr. Richard Callahan, a clinical psychologist, in 1991. Four years later, Craig released his first EFT training and guide. Since then, numerous studies have shown that EFT works.

• Exploring artificial intelligence in K-12 education

  Bambi Majumdar Education

  Artificial intelligence ranks among the top current trends in K-12 education tech. AI's evolving role in society is leading to an exploration of practical uses for it in every aspect of our lives. It has overwhelming potential in education, and schools can leverage it to impact learning that transcends traditional barriers. This means that students will be exposed to newer and better forms of learning. AI and machine learning education tools will rely on data to transform the way students are taught and learn concepts in K-12 education.

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