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health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Guilford County Health Officials Clear Adult of Measles After Suspected Case"

A Guilford County adult who was initially thought to have tested positive for measles has tested negative for the illness, according to the Guilford County Department of Health and Human Services. There are currently no confirmed cases of measles within the county, and as of the last week, 35 measles cases have been reported to the CDC this year, with most of them in Florida. North Carolina has not reported any confirmed cases of measles this year.

via WXII12 Winston-Salem|

#cdc #health #measles

health-and-wellness2 years ago•6 min saved

Mastering Your Patient Portal: A Guide to Error-Free Navigation

Patient portals are increasingly popular among older adults, allowing them to access their medical records and communicate with their doctors. While there are benefits, such as improved medication adherence, there are also downsides, including the potential for misinterpreting test results before a doctor has reviewed them. It's important to allow time for physicians to review results and respond, as healthcare providers are often understaffed. Patients should take precautions to protect their login credentials and be aware that some offices may charge for portal messaging. Best practices for using patient portals include making appointments, updating medication lists, determining vaccine and test schedules, sharing medical notes, and communicating with healthcare teams. If an issue is urgent, it's recommended to call the office instead of using the portal.

via AARP|

#communication #health-and-wellness #healthcare

health3 years ago•4 min saved

Bird flu-infected worker risks new pandemic by travelling to Scotland.

A poultry worker infected with bird flu risked creating a new pandemic by travelling to Scotland while awaiting test results, according to experts. While there is currently no evidence of human-to-human transmission, the potential for it to occur is increasing, and authorities should be taking every precaution available. Health officials are confident anyone potentially at risk in Scotland has already been contacted, but experts warn that the public is not aware enough of the risk that bird flu poses.

via Daily Record|

#bird-flu #health #isolation