Some public health advocates think back and view house calls as a simpler, more caring time in the history of medicine. The reality is that house calls are an inefficient use of physician’s time, but I digress. With telemedicine, Zoom video-style technology and remote monitoring doctors do not always have to see their patients in person.
Author: Devon Herrick
Duke University and Authorities Testing Emergency Medical Drones
There are times when you need medical care in a hurry. The hospital emergency room (ER) is available for this purpose and there are modes of transportation to get patients to the ER quickly when they cannot drive themselves or cannot make it by private car. Kaiser Health News reports medical response drones are now being tested in some locations.
WSJ: Doctors and Hospitals Disagree on Care for Extremely Premature Babies
Here is the gist of the article: medical science can save premature babies earlier than ever. The practice is controversial and not all hospitals are equipped to save extreme premature babies, nor do all doctors think it’s wise to try.
Cancer Screening is (Mostly) a Waste of Money (with a Caveat)
Cancer care is big business. The estimated cost of cancer care is around $250 billion a year. Not all of this is actual care, some is for screening.