Nursing
New series from The Lancet: Physical Activity 2021.
23 Jul, 2021 | 10:37h | UTCHomepage: Physical Activity 2021 – The Lancet (free registration required for all articles)
Summary and commentary: Experts call for immediate action to ensure physical activity is built into everyday lives – News Medical
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
🆕 In the early stages of the #pandemic, #PhysicalActivity was considered *essential* for health by many governments—but inactivity remains a major issue.
Ahead of #Tokyo2020, we launch @TheLancet #PhysicalActivity21 Series 🤸♀️👨🦽
Access here: https://t.co/j0GhLGKAAD pic.twitter.com/mrcOnRPyR6
— The Lancet (@TheLancet) July 22, 2021
Review: The routes of administration for acute postoperative pain medication.
22 Jul, 2021 | 10:46h | UTCThe Routes of Administration for Acute Postoperative Pain Medication – Pain and Therapy
WHO and UNICEF warn of a decline in vaccinations during COVID-19.
20 Jul, 2021 | 10:27h | UTCWHO and UNICEF warn of a decline in vaccinations during COVID-19 – World Health Organization
Related: Millions of children worldwide missed routine vaccinations during the pandemic, study suggests.
What vaccinated people should know about Covid-19 exposure, tests and more.
20 Jul, 2021 | 10:17h | UTCWhat vaccinated people should know about Covid-19 exposure, tests and more – CNN
Systematic review: In hospitalized non‐ICU patients, multicomponent non-pharmacological interventions are estimated to reduce the incidence of delirium by 43% compared to usual care.
20 Jul, 2021 | 10:07h | UTC
Measuring routine childhood vaccination coverage in 204 countries and territories, 1980–2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2020.
20 Jul, 2021 | 10:04h | UTCRelated: Millions of children worldwide missed routine vaccinations during the pandemic, study suggests.
Opinion | The case for mandating COVID-19 vaccines for health care workers.
14 Jul, 2021 | 11:22h | UTCThe Case for Mandating COVID-19 Vaccines for Health Care Workers – Annals of Internal Medicine
News release: Case is strong for mandating COVID-19 vaccination for health care workers – American College of Physicians
Commentary on Twitter
The Case for Mandating COVID-19 Vaccines for Health Care Workers https://t.co/pdaBRZdkfG via @AnnalsofIM "The case for mandating SARS-CoV-2 vaccines for health care workers is substantially stronger than the case was for mandating influenza vaccines." I fully agree.
— Kenny Lin, MD, MPH (@kennylinafp) July 12, 2021
Real-World Evidence: The low validity of temperature screening for COVID-19 triage.
14 Jul, 2021 | 11:11h | UTC
Commentary on Twitter
Temperature screening with infrared thermometers has a sensitivity of 9.43% for PCR+ COVID. https://t.co/GjaKpkUqwU
— Carlos del Rio (@CarlosdelRio7) July 7, 2021
Pediatric telehealth in the COVID-19 pandemic era and beyond.
7 Jul, 2021 | 08:56h | UTCPediatric Telehealth in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era and Beyond – Pediatrics
Choosing Wisely for COVID-19: ten evidence-based recommendations for patients and physicians.
6 Jul, 2021 | 10:21h | UTC
Widespread implementation of a low-cost telehealth service in the delivery of antenatal care during the COVID-19 pandemic enabled the reduction of in-person consultations by 50% without compromising pregnancy outcomes.
2 Jul, 2021 | 11:26h | UTCCommentary: Expanding the concept of safety in antenatal care provision – The Lancet
Covid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds.
30 Jun, 2021 | 10:16h | UTCCovid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds – BBC
WHO urges fully vaccinated people to continue to wear masks as delta Covid variant spreads.
28 Jun, 2021 | 09:55h | UTCWHO urges fully vaccinated people to continue to wear masks as delta Covid variant spreads – CNBC
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
⚠️WEAR MASK EVEN IF VACCINATED—Top @WHO leader urges masks against #DeltaVariant even if 2-dose vaxxed. "Vaccine alone won't stop community transmission. People need to use masks consistently, be in ventilated spaces—even if you're vaccinated" #COVID19🧵https://t.co/qPZTmcy9iW pic.twitter.com/j5V6fbHdoi
— Eric Feigl-Ding (@DrEricDing) June 26, 2021
Putting people first in managing their health: new WHO guideline on self-care interventions – “Whether it’s for their experience of pregnancy and childbirth; managing fertility intentions, preventing sexually transmitted infections; enjoying better sexual health of themselves or their partner, or self-monitoring their blood pressure, access to quality self-care interventions can help meet people’s many health needs and rights”.
28 Jun, 2021 | 09:40h | UTCNews release: Putting people first in managing their health: new WHO guideline on self-care interventions – World Health Organization
See guidance: WHO consolidated guideline on self-care interventions for health
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
To celebrate #SelfCare Month WHO is releasing new guidelines on Self-Care Interventions for Health.
This new 📑 recognizes how people can actively take decisions for their own health and the health of their ♥️ ones. https://t.co/xzditNF4NI
— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) June 25, 2021
Cohort study: swallowing and voice outcomes in patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
18 Jun, 2021 | 08:24h | UTCRelated study: Characterization of dysphagia and laryngeal findings in COVID-19 patients treated in the ICU—An observational clinical study – PLOS One
WHO: Caesarean section rates continue to rise, amid growing inequalities in access.
18 Jun, 2021 | 08:23h | UTCOriginal study: Trends and projections of caesarean section rates: global and regional estimates – BMJ Global Health
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
Caesarean section use continues to rise 📈 globally, now accounting for more than 1 in 5 of all childbirths.
C-section can put women and babies at unnecessary risk of short- and long-term health problems if performed when there is not medical need
— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) June 17, 2021
Almost 25% of COVID-19 patients develop long-lasting symptoms, according to a new report.
16 Jun, 2021 | 08:31h | UTCAlmost 25% of COVID-19 Patients Develop Long-Lasting Symptoms, According to a New Report – TIME
Original report: A Detailed Study of Patients with Long-Haul COVID – FAIR Health
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
📍1 in 4–almost a quarter of people infected develop at least one lingering health problem after 30 days with #COVID19. The most common included pain, breathing trouble, high cholesterol, malaise and/or fatigue and high blood pressure. 🧵 https://t.co/G4uPtnq86A
— Eric Feigl-Ding (@DrEricDing) June 15, 2021
The BMJ Series: The future of nursing.
16 Jun, 2021 | 08:18h | UTCHomepage: The future of nursing – The BMJ
How to reposition the nursing profession for a post-covid age
How the nursing profession should adapt for a digital future
How to attain gender equality in nursing—an essay
Nursing’s pivotal role in global climate action
RCT: A brief advice + nicotine replacement therapy sampling + active referral nearly doubled the odds of validated quitting among expectant fathers who smoked.
16 Jun, 2021 | 08:15h | UTCBrief Advice, Nicotine Replacement Therapy Sampling, and Active Referral for Expectant Fathers Who Smoke Cigarettes: A Randomized Clinical Trial – JAMA Internal Medicine (free for a limited period)
WHO: More than 100 reasons to quit tobacco.
14 Jun, 2021 | 08:38h | UTCMore than 100 reasons to quit tobacco – World Health Organization
Commentary on Twitter (thread – click for more)
Quitting tobacco 🚭 can be challenging but there are more than 💯 reasons to #CommitToQuit & start living a healthier life.
Find out more 👉https://t.co/8uBEMvH0cu pic.twitter.com/iwrt86xSVo
— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) June 13, 2021
M-A: Hospital-at-home interventions for patients with chronic disease who present to the emergency department – similar mortality risk, lower risk for readmission, lower depression and anxiety scores, and a lower risk for long-term care admission vs. in-hospital stay.
9 Jun, 2021 | 08:20h | UTCInvited commentary: Hospitalization at Home for Patients With Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Disease—Further Evidence to Inform Practice – JAMA Network Open
Related: Pandemic Boosts an Old Idea—Bringing Acute Care to the Patient AND Randomized trial: Admission Avoidance Hospital at Home + Geriatric Assessment led to similar outcomes compared to hospital admission for older persons AND Most COVID-19 patients receiving home-based hospital care did not require escalation to traditional hospital setting – Approximately 1 in 5 were admitted within 14 days. Higher oxygen saturation was associated with decreased odds of transfer, whereas higher comorbidity burden was associated with increased risk.
No health issues in babies whose moms got flu vaccine while pregnant.
9 Jun, 2021 | 08:17h | UTCNo health issues in babies whose moms got flu vaccine while pregnant – CIDRAP
Original study: Association of Maternal Influenza Vaccination During Pregnancy With Early Childhood Health Outcomes – JAMA (free for a limited period)
Editorial: Realizing the Potential of Maternal Influenza Vaccination (free for a limited period)
Commentary on Twitter
Thrilled to be part of this @JAMA_current study led by @deshaynef et al. showing that influenza immunization in pregnancy doesn't increase risk of asthma or infections in newborns https://t.co/0zscKLDm7L @ICESOntario @CANImmunize @DrJeffKwong @drkarinatop @Sprague_Ann
— Eric Benchimol (@ericbenchimol) June 8, 2021
Practice Pointer | Mask related acne (“maskne”) and other facial dermatoses.
8 Jun, 2021 | 09:24h | UTCMask related acne (“maskne”) and other facial dermatoses – The BMJ
Commentary on Twitter
The term “maskne” has become increasingly popular during the pandemic, particularly in the media.
This #BMJInfographic presents common distributions that can be used as a starting point for assessment @will_s_t https://t.co/mKQUaN3PYY pic.twitter.com/OCBuFxiY9s
— The BMJ (@bmj_latest) June 7, 2021
M-A: The benefit of dysphagia screening in adult patients with stroke.
6 Jun, 2021 | 23:43h | UTC
Doctors tell how to make the most of your telehealth visits.
3 Jun, 2021 | 10:39h | UTCDoctors Tell How to Make the Most of Your Telehealth Visits – Kaiser Health News