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Saturday, May 18, 2024
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Major Medical Innovations in China 2022
The world is experiencing rapid advancements in different fields of life. Among those fields, technological advancements in the field of medicine are at a higher level, as these can help improve the overall health of people. From around the world, healthcare organizations and agencies are increasing their funding in the context of medical innovations. For instance, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) increased the annual budget from $19.8 billion in 2001 to $41.1 billion in 2020, and the European Union planned to invest 100 billion euros as a part of the “Horizon 2020 initiative to support medical and health-related research. In the same way, the National Key Research and Development Program of China and the National Natural Science Foundation of China worked on several programs related to life sciences. Moreover, the initiative of "China annual major medical innovation” presented by the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences (CAMS) has also gained huge attention from the Chinese government and several other sectors of science and technology.
In the "China annual major medical innovation
2022" initiative organized by the CAMS, 31 items or services have been
found to be of major importance. Among these items or services, seven are
related to clinical medicine, two are related to pharmacology, four relate to
stomatology, eight are related to fundamental medicine and biology, five are
related to public health and the environment, and five are related to
biomedical engineering and informatics.
In the field of clinical medicine, aside from other
advancements, it has been found that the use of toripalimab in combination with
paclitaxel and cisplatin (TP) has been found to be of significant help in treating
patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma.
In the field of stomatology, along with other developments,
advancements have been reported regarding maxillofacial implants in terms of
improving their biocompatibility and eventually soft-tissue healing and bone
formation. This has been done with the help of improved adsorption capacity
while utilizing fibronectin in association with the titanium oxide (TiO2)
surface.
In the fields of medicine and biology, it has been reported
that China has become independent in utilizing human pluripotent stem cells
after gaining independence in the fields of transcription factor induction and
nuclear transplantation. These techniques have helped China improve chemical
reprogramming technologies and regenerative medicine.
In line with pharmacological advancements, experts have
stated that China has developed a recombinant human anti-rabies virus
monoclonal antibody injection that is faster to work and safer for patients.
China’s treatment for tumors, including Icariin, which is an herbal medicine in
China, is also among the notable advancements in the field of pharmacology and
medicine.
Considering the field of public health and environment, the
country has also worked on the statistics for public health and environmental
factors linked to public health. Experts in China have updated data regarding
rates of intravenous thrombolysis and also published data regarding liver
cancer and its risk factors, including tobacco smoking and utilizing solid
fuels for cooking.
Eventually, in the field of biomedical engineering and
informatics, experts have provided detailed information about the advancements
made in the field of 5.0 T superconducting magnet MRI imaging systems, which
have been made independently in China. The country has also made advancements
in the field of proton therapy systems that can help improve the dose targeted
at the tumor site. The country has also made progress with a dual-channel
rechargeable implanted deep brain electrical stimulation pulse generator kit
that can help stimulate the thalamic nucleus and eventually help in the
treatment of patients with Parkinson’s disease.
Reference:
Gao, D., Wei, X., Yang, Y., Li, L., Qi, Y., Zhang, R., ...
& Wang, C. (2024). Analysis and Evaluation of China Annual Major Medical
Innovation 2022: A Mix‐Method Approach Study. Informatics and Health, 1(1),
40-48.
Friday, May 17, 2024
Understanding myopia and its Prevention Strategies
Myopia, also referred to as near-sightedness, is one of the conditions of the eyes in which an individual develops burred-distance vision. This problem can be corrected with the help of concave spectacles or lenses that would allow the refocusing of an image on the retina. It is one of the most commonly reported eye-related problems in the Asia region, and its prevalence is also increasing around the world. This condition not only relates to health and reduced quality of life but also to the economy, as it increases the financial burden on individuals as well as society.
Due to the increased burden on health and the economy, it seems imperative to promote knowledge among people regarding the factors that could help reduce the risk and incidence of myopia. For instance, it is important for children to spend a large amount of their time outdoors, as it helps reduce the risk of myopia in them. This reduction in the risk of myopia is due to the protective effects of natural light as well as the release of retinal dopamine, which would help in dealing with visual abnormalities.
Aside from the protective factors of light in the outdoors, it is
also important to work on risk factors that can be associated with the
development of myopia. These risk factors may include an increased level of
engagement in near-work processes. On a further note, several possible factors
that may also require more work to deal with the problem of myopia may include circadian
rhythm, spatial frequency of the visual environment, socio‑economic
status, nutrition, sleep, smoking, and education. For instance, in the case of
food and nutrition, an increased consumption of whole grains, refined
carbohydrates, higher saturated fats, and cholesterol can be associated with an
increased risk of myopia. Socio‑economic status, higher education,
urbanization, and housing have been found to be linked to near-work processes
that can eventually be related to myopia.
Consequently, the researchers stated, “Improving the modifiable
key environmental predictors like time spent outdoors and engagement in near
work can prevent or slow the progression of myopia.”
References
Biswas, S., El Kareh, A., Qureshi, M., Lee, D. M. X., Sun, C. H., Lam, J. S. H., . . . Najjar, R. P. (2024). The influence of the environment and lifestyle on myopia. J Physiol Anthropol, 43(1), 7. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40101-024-00354-7
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Why it is difficult to adapt emergency medicine as career in Pakistan?
Emergency medicine relates to the healthcare services provided to patients in emergency departments. It is one of the most important departments in a healthcare setting, as it deals with a wide range of different services associated with different medical specialties. However, it is critical to know that even though it is among the critical part of hospitals, not many healthcare providers like to adapt the profession of emergency medicine.
In a recent study, researchers from Rawalpindi, Pakistan,
surveyed 144 individuals November and December 2023. They found that about
33.3% of individuals have not considered adapting emergency medicine as a
career. On a further note, about 43% of individuals reported that they have not
gone through clinical placement in this specialty. Interestingly, a large
percentage of these individuals also reported that they, their family members,
or close friends have already gone through the problems linking to medical
emergency.
The researchers further reported that several important
barriers associated with the adoption of this profession. Among these barriers,
they noted that elevated levels of burnout, inability to work in an independent
manner, poor work-life balance, increased risk of mortalities, more unfriendly
environment, decreased level of patient follow-up, and lack of exposure.
Elevated burnout level is considered as the most frequently occurring barrier.
For instance, individuals working in emergency departments may experience
increased workloads, more restlessness and responsibilities during working
hours, and no-to-less margin of error. More unfriendly environment is also
among the top most barriers in emergency medicine career. These conditions then
negatively affect the mental and physical effects on healthcare providers. Aside
from these barriers, some of the participants also reported that family
pressure also restricted their chances of pursuing career in emergency
medicine.
Conclusively, the researchers noted that a large number of
doctors and medical students do not think of adapting this career in
professional life. However, it seems imperative to promote the importance of
emergency medicine among healthcare providers. This can be done through
education and training of these individuals. For instance, researchers stated,
“a considerable proportion of the participants reported that they had not
undergone any clinical internship in EM (emergency medicine).” Therefore,
increasing the level of internships in the field of emergency medicine can be
of great help. Moreover, increasing the awareness and interest among doctors is
also important for the promotion of emergency medicine as a career. Furthermore,
increasing the number of individuals working in the emergency department is
also beneficial in promoting this career. These individuals can help in dealing
with several important issues, such as heavy workloads, staff shortages,
overcrowding of patients, violence in the workplace, and increased work
intensity. Eventually, increasing stipends and incentives can also help in
dealing with the problem of emergency department shortages and reducing burden
on doctors and nurses in emergency departments.
Reference:
Mutaal, A., Bajwa, S., Rehman, M. S. U., Ashiq, K.,
Shuaib, F., Shehzad, D., . . . Noor, Z. (2024). Barriers in Opting for
Emergency Medicine as a Career in Pakistan: A Cross-Sectional Survey Study. Cureus,
16(1), e52525. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.52525
Friday, July 30, 2021
Unboxing of hijama (cupping) equipment, and something about its use (Urdu)
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Sunday, July 25, 2021
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Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Monday, January 4, 2021
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Monday, November 16, 2020
Parkinson-like effects – Nursing assessments and considerations with sum...
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Sunday, November 15, 2020
Anticholinergic effects – Nursing assessments and considerations with su...
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Friday, November 13, 2020
Auditory impairment – Nursing assessments and considerations with summar...
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CNS impairment – Nursing assessments and considerations with summary in ...
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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
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Bone marrow depression – Nursing assessments and considerations with sum...
Friday, November 6, 2020
Superinfection – Nursing assessments and considerations with summary in ...
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Stomatitis - Nursing assessments and considerations with summary in Germ...
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