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Raising Awareness for Diabetes Month November is National Diabetes Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about a condition affecting millions Americans. During this month, healthcare organizations, community groups, and individuals join forces to educate the public about diabetes prevention, management, and the importance of early detection. The observance highlights the challenges faced by people living with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes while also celebrating advancements in treatment options and the resilience of those managing the condition daily. Through health screenings, educational workshops, and community events, National Diabetes Month encourages everyone to learn about risk factors, adopt healthier lifestyles, and support ongoing research efforts to improve diabetes care and work toward a cure. If you need anything to help manage your diabetes, CHME is here for you.

🌟 Attention Parents and Healthcare Providers 🌟 A recent Swedish study (Njotto, 2023) has revealed alarming data: children exposed to antibiotics in their first 2 years of life have a 50% higher chance of developing autism, presenting a relative risk of 146. This significant finding prompts a critical review of how we administrate antibiotics, especially to our youngest. As parents, the urgency to alleviate our child's discomfort is understandable, but it is essential to consider the long-term effects of early antibiotic use. Healthcare providers, while under considerable pressure to act swiftly, must exercise extreme caution in antibiotic prescription. The implications extend beyond immediate health issues, as similar patterns have been noted linking early antibiotic exposure to type 2 diabetes, obesity, autoimmune diseases, and more. I fully support when parents inquire about the necessity of antibiotics and engage in open discussions regarding potential risks, leaning toward a 'wait and see' approach, especially for conditions like otitis media, a frequent reason for antibiotic prescriptions. Let’s commit to making well-informed decisions that prioritize the long-term well-being of our children. Their health today will shape their futures tomorrow. 💕👨👩👧👦🩺 Join the conversation on responsible antibiotic use and safeguarding our children’s futures. #ChildHealth #AntibioticsAwareness #InformedDecisions #Parenting #Healthcare

Asthma care for children—the use of guideline-based preventative care has increased thanks to prompts in electronic health records.  According to a study led by Marina Reznik, MD, MS, Vice Chair Clinical and Community-Based Research, Children’s Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, this is an important step in asthma care and can prevent challenges such as evaluation of asthma severity and assessment of triggers. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4e9Qd4H #MontefioreEinstein #ChildrensHospitalAtMontefioreEinstein #Asthma #PediatricAsthma #MontefiorePeds Healio

HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS - Join us for the free in-person/virtual 7th Symposium on General Population Screening for Type 1 Diabetes kicking off on World Diabetes Day during National Diabetes Awareness Month. November 14-15, 2024 Offered by the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BarbaraDavisCenter.org) All you need to do is register to attend: https://lnkd.in/g6YW7ESv This symposium is for health care professionals including MD, DO, nurses, social workers, and dieticians; researchers in the area of screening, monitoring, and prevention of diabetes; lay representatives of patient organizations and representatives of funding agencies. This symposium will: • Review the significance of early detection and intervention for T1D • Explain islet autoimmunity screening methods • Explain the process of positive screening result confirmation • Discuss the role of clinical trials and FDA-approved interventions in delaying onset of symptomatic T1D • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to outline a comprehensive care plan for high-risk individuals Please share with your health care colleagues. Thanks! See the full symposium agenda: https://lnkd.in/eTxj7unC #HCPs #MDs #PAs #NPs #healthcare #CME #diabetes #T1D #type1diabetes #MedicalConference #MedicalSymposium #WorldDiabetesDay #NationalDiabetesAwarenessMonth

Did you know that Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are the two main types of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), impacting millions worldwide? 🔍 Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is crucial in the fight against it. Let’s deepen our knowledge together at the 2nd Annual Let’s Talk IBD Health & Wellness Symposium. 🌟 Secure Your Early Bird Ticket and be a part of the change 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/euzu2UDu Follow our The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation, Inc.™️ for more details about IBD. #IBDEducation #FightIBDTogether #CrohnsAndColitisAwareness #LetsTalkIBD2024

🌬️ Explore how adverse childhood experiences influence asthma severity among US adults, shedding light on the intersection of trauma and respiratory health. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dDzYEZNn Authors: Ogbu, C. E. et al. #Asthma #ChildhoodTrauma #PublicHealth #RespiratoryHealth #HealthDisparities #USHealth #ChronicIllness

Do you suffer from Asthma? Ever considered the triggers that maybe in your home? There are many triggers in the home which you may or may not be aware of - however the issues in the home are not often considered by medical professionals and patients in treating and managing their asthma. Our research, Adelle Mansour Rebecca Bentley Chris Jensen and I undertook surveys and focus groups with people living with asthma, building and property professionals and health care providers, which raised lots of questions and identified many important gaps and considerations in the context of the home environment and the exacerbation of asthma, and how the identification of triggers in the home may assist health professionals and asthma suffers in managing asthma. Read the report here https://lnkd.in/gSD4iFbc

In celebration of World Asthma Day 2024, the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) has selected the theme of “Asthma Education Empowers”. GINA emphasizes the need to empower people with asthma with the appropriate education to manage their disease, and to recognize when to seek medical help. Health care professionals are called upon to increase their awareness of the continuing avoidable morbidity and mortality from asthma, and the published evidence on effective management of asthma, so they are equipped to provide reliable information and optimal treatment for their patients. Never miss an opportunity to learn and subscribe to our email list: https://lnkd.in/g3Ps94t  ————————————————————— #diversityinclinicalresearch #clinicaltrial #diversityinmedicine #diversitymatters #diversity #diversidad #worldasthmaday

🔍 #DidYouKnow about the rise in pediatric hypertension? Join the creator of Dr Dee Dee Dynamo, LLC LIVE this 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗦𝗧 for a #HypertensionTakeDown event happening on #WorldHypertensionDay! The escalating issue of hypertension in families is a concerning problem that needs our attention. I'll be hosting this conversation alongside my spouse, Dr. Charles L. Anderson MD, CEO of The Dimock Center. Let's test your knowledge of Hypertension. True or False? 🍕 Two slices of pepperoni pizza contain less than the recommended amount of sodium per day 👶🏿 Pediatric hypertension has doubled in the last decade. 🏃🏿♂️ Just 30 minutes of standing daily can decrease cardiovascular risks. Only two of these statements are true! Can you guess which one isn't? Comment below with your thoughts. 🗝️ We’ll discuss: 1️⃣ Early intervention strategies. 2️⃣ Preparing our children for a healthy future. 3️⃣ Empowering families to take control of their health. 👉🏿 Join the conversation and learn how we can stand together to defeat hypertension. Special Thanks to my Sponsors: Planning Office of Urban Affairs Archdiocese of Boston, Boston Celtics, Bank of America, NAACP and Vista #PublicHealth #EarlyIntervention #Hypertension #PowerForwardGrant

🏥 Respiratory disease is a leading cause of death in children under the age of 5, accounting for a staggering 25% of all pediatric hospitalizations each year. While remote monitoring solutions have shown promising results in reducing adult ER visits and hospitalizations, digital health tools specifically designed for children are lacking. 🌟 Recognizing this need, Gabi SmartCare built Pediarity™, a cutting-edge platform that combines a miniaturized monitoring bracelet with a cloud-based analytics system. This system provides healthcare professionals with personalized and predictive health assessments for their youngest patients. 🔍 Through pre-submission meetings with the FDA, Gabi Smartcare sought to understand the agency's requirements across different pediatric age groups, from neonates to children. As a Belgium-based company, they also learned the importance of conducting clinical testing directly in the U.S. to ensure acceptance of their real-world data. 🏆 The results? A remarkable achievement that is already making waves across the industry. Explore the full case study and discover how early FDA collaboration can help you navigate regulatory complexities: https://lnkd.in/enFFt4RF