Radio Health Journal
The latest in health, science, technology, and the intersection of medicine and public policy.
Three years into the war in Ukraine, hospitals are facing a critical shortage of medical specialists as doctors flee the fighting. In some cases, patients with life-threatening conditions are being treated by physicians without the training they need.
Our expert reveals why this is a double-edged sword and how you can feel empowered walking into your next doctor’s appointment.
Researchers see the new acceptance of telemedicine as an opportunity during clinical trials. Along with Zoom visits, numerous sensors on participants could provide constant monitoring of health conditions without traveling to see doctors, making control better.
Animal shelters report a surge in pet adoptions, especially puppies, in the last six months, and veterinarians are having to adopt procedures such as telemedicine to deal with the increase while still staying safe. Experts explain how adopting and training a new pet has changed in the pandemic.
Now telemedicine has been forced on us and on insurers by Covid-19 restrictions, and many providers swear by them. Three experts discuss.
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