It is during times like this that we must leverage the speed of technology development and support those who are on the front lines with patients — Munish Khaneja, MD

RESTON, Va. (PRWEB)
March 19, 2020

Altruista Health has today deployed an evidence-based COVID-19 assessment to health plan customers to be populated throughout the company’s GuidingCare technology platform for care management.

The emergency of COVID-19 has created a healthcare environment most Americans have never seen before and Altruista intends to support the healthcare ecosystem during this critical time.

“It is during times like this that we must leverage the speed of technology development and support those who are on the front lines with patients,” said Munish Khaneja, MD, MPH, FACP. Dr. Khaneja is Altruista’s chief medical officer and lead for clinical innovation.

The assessment incorporates all recommendations from the CDC and other health agencies. It incorporates both the physical health as related to the pandemic, but also the mental health of patients who are experiencing anxiety.

“Some of these patients are sick, some are worried, but all of them have the same question,” Dr. Khaneja said. “Do I have coronavirus?”

The questionnaire will stratify who should be tested based on clear risk factors and symptoms in order to focus on patients who most need help soonest. It has been distributed to all Altruista customers this morning.

About Altruista Health

Altruista Health delivers care management and population health management solutions that support value-based and person-centered care models. Our GuidingCare® technology platform integrates care management, care coordination and quality improvement programs through a suite of sophisticated yet easy-to-use web applications. GuidingCare is the largest and most widely adopted platform of its kind in the United States. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area, Altruista Health has grown into a recognized industry leader, and was named twice as one of the Top Population Health Management Companies to Know by Becker’s Healthcare. Health plans and healthcare providers use GuidingCare to transform their processes, reduce avoidable expenses and improve patient health outcomes.

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I am passionate about helping my patients achieve their body shape goals. If you are struggling to shed pockets of fat with diet and exercise alone, our new LipoLite laser system may be the right choice for you, says Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones

ATLANTA (PRWEB)
March 19, 2020

With the use of Syneron’s LipoLite, patients can see liposuction-like results without significant discomfort or downtime that is more affordable than traditional liposuction. Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones of Atlanta Plastic Surgery Specialists P.C. in Atlanta, Georgia, is now able to provide this option to his patients. Dr. Jones is an internationally educated, world-class trained and double board-certified (plastic surgery and ENT) surgeon. His most popular services include body contouring and breast surgery, facial plastic surgery, ear surgery and a full array of non-surgical procedures to help patients look and feel their best. Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones is a renowned expert in the field of body sculpting. If you are struggling to lose weight, laser liposuction at Atlanta Plastic Surgery Specialists P.C., with the FDA-approved LipoLite, may help you boost your efforts.

Most often, LipoLite is performed on the neck, abdomen, arms and jowls. The other areas that are commonly treated include gynecomastia, saddlebags and knees. With LipoLite, a small incision is made, and a cannula is inserted through it. A thin laser beam is then directed into the layer of fat that has to be removed through the cannula. The laser beam (at 1064 nm), directed through the cannula tube, will rupture the fat cells. This will liquefy the fat in the target area, broken down by thermal energy. The fat is suctioned out through the same incision used for the cannula tube. The accuracy of the laser target and the heat passed through is monitored by the LipoLite machine. The procedure is carried out with local anesthesia and is considered a minimally invasive treatment option.

“I am passionate about helping my patients achieve their body shape goals. If you are struggling to shed pockets of fat with diet and exercise alone, our new LipoLite laser system may be the right choice for you,” says Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones

More About Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones:

Dr. Jones received his medical degree from The Medical College of Georgia and also attended the University of Canterbury in New Zealand and Oxford University Honours School in England. He completed his residencies at Johns Hopkins University and Stanford University and was selected for a Fulbright fellowship, training under world-leading plastic surgeons in Paris, France, including the inventor of liposuction, Dr. Illouz. Dr. Mark Mitchell Jones has been recognized for his surgical innovations and skill in enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of the body. He is a scholar and a teacher in his field, contributing to medical journals and presenting at numerous conferences and events. Dr. Jones is often interviewed by national publications and broadcast television programs.

For more information about the LipoLite procedure or other services, contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery Specialists, P.C. at (404) 355-3566 or visit http://www.atlantaplastic.com.

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“ARFID can be a long-lasting disorder that can cause significant impairment in daily functioning if not effectively addressed.” – Brian P. Vickery, MD, FAAAAI

MILWAUKEE (PRWEB)
March 19, 2020

According to a new study that had been scheduled to be presented during the 2020 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) Annual Meeting before its cancellation due to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Avoidant-Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) could be a comorbidity associated with food allergy.

ARFID was recently added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). It is defined as someone who either doesn’t consume enough calories or doesn’t receive sufficient dietary variety to the detriment of their development or maintenance of body function, and who doesn’t meet the definitions of a different medical eating disorder. Researchers predicted that because food allergies require elimination diets, patients may be at risk of developing ARFID.

To determine this, research psychologists conducted interviews as well as chart review with guardians of 54 children going to an allergy/immunology clinic for food allergy evaluation. Data such as demographics, growth parameters, food allergies, eating habits and details about food groups consumed, family impact, and additional comorbid medical conditions was collected.

Of those interviewed, 56% described restricting food intake beyond the known or suspected allergens, and 37% reported that their child was the one to restrict food intake themselves. Among those interviewed, 20% met the criteria of at least one of the subtypes of ARFID while another 11 participants were considered as possible/probable cases.

Though more than half of participants described restricted diets beyond the scope of specific allergens or due to a “picky eater,” most children still had normal growth parameters. “We were happy to see that growth parameters were still usually being met,” said author Brian P. Vickery, MD, FAAAAI, “but ARFID can be a long-lasting disorder that can cause significant impairment in daily functioning if not effectively addressed.”

ARFID is reversible with proper individualized feeding therapy and education. “Our hope is that by implementing multidisciplinary feeding interventions to our food allergy patients, we’ll not only reduce allergy-specific stress by equipping parents with effective feeding strategies, but hopefully prevent the development of ARFID in patients who may have otherwise never developed it,” Dr. Vickery added. “The goal is to ensure that the medically necessary elimination diets required for food allergy patients are not overly restrictive, preserving adequate nutrition and allowing for normal functioning as much as possible.”

Visit aaaai.org to learn more about food allergies. This research was published in an online supplement to The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) represents allergists, asthma specialists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals and others with a special interest in the research and treatment of allergic and immunologic diseases. Established in 1943, the AAAAI has over 7,000 members in the United States, Canada and 72 other countries. The AAAAI’s Find an Allergist/Immunologist service is a trusted resource to help you find a specialist close to home.

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DAYTON, Ohio (PRWEB)
March 19, 2020

Help.org, a trusted online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones, has announced the Best Rehab Facilities in Dayton, Ohio for 2020. The informational guide recognizes the top 14 rehab facilities based on cost, treatment options, location, accompanying services and more.

According to recent studies, drug overdose is the leading cause of death among people under age 50. In Dayton, deaths related to opioid abuse increased significantly from 2011 to 2015. Substance abuse among adolescents is also escalating in Dayton with 55 percent of high school students reported using alcohol, 38 percent reported using marijuana, 8 percent reported using prescription drugs without a valid prescription, and 2 percent reported using heroin. With the growing need for accessible and high-quality rehab programs, Help.org has developed a unique ranking process to help connect individuals with treatment providers that meet their needs.

The Help.org research team analyzed thousands of facilities across the country and then identified the most cost-effective and highest rated programs in larger cities like Dayton. Each facility was evaluated based on rehabilitation services, treatment approaches, cost, special programs for unique demographics and ancillary services. The website also provides information about drug use and side effects as well as educational articles. For a detailed listing of the Best Rehab Facilities in Dayton, Ohio please visit https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-dayton-oh/

2020 Best Rehab Facilities in Dayton, Ohio (in alphabetical order)

Bluffs

2650 Lodge Rd SW

Sherrodsville, Ohio

888-481-7821

Cornerstone of Recovery

5003 Horizons Dr. STE 110

Columbus, OH 43220

614-889-0000

Crossroads Center

311 Martin Luther King Dr. E

Cincinnati, OH 45220

513-475-5300

New Day Recovery

960 Boardman-Canfield Rd.

Youngstown, OH 44512

330-886-4744

Nova Behavioral Health Inc.

732 Beckman Street

Dayton, Ohio 45410

937-253-1680

Ohio Addiction Recovery Center

1151 S High St

Columbus, OH 43206

800-481-8457

Project C.U.R.E.

200 Daruma Parkway

Moraine, OH 45439

937-262-3500

Rosary Hall

2351 E 22nd St,

Cleveland, OH 44115

216-861-6200

Samaritan Behavioral Health

601 Edwin C Moses Blvd 1st Floor

Dayton, OH 45417

937-734-8333

SMART Recovery

7304 Mentor Avenue Suite F

Mentor, OH 44060

440-951-5357

Sojourner Recovery Services

515 Dayton Street

Hamilton, OH 4501

513-868-7654

South Community Inc.

3095 Kettering Blvd.

Dayton, Ohio 45439

937-293-8300

The Recovery Village Columbus

3964 Hamilton Square Boulevard

Groveport, OH 43125

614-362-1686

The Ridge Ohio

25 Whitney Drive, Suite 120

Milford, Ohio 45150

513-434-3206

ABOUT HELP.ORG

Help.org is an online resource for individuals who struggle with addiction and their loved ones. The website provides the latest research through scientifically proven methods, community recovery resources as well as information about local financial assistance. Help.org’s team of researchers, activists and writers work together with addiction counselors and other professionals to offer useful and accurate resources to help individuals seeking recovery. To learn more, visit https://www.help.org/.

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WCG CenterWatch

FALLS CHURCH, Va. (PRWEB)
March 19, 2020

For 15 years, The CRA’s Guide to Monitoring Clinical Research has helped CRAs at all levels of clinical trial training advance their careers.

But book learning doesn’t work for everyone, and it’s nice to have a self-paced, interactive option to evaluate how well you’ve retained information.

Introducing The CRA Trainer, a new online elearning course and companion to The CRA’s Guide that offers practical exercises, mini-quizzes and real-world scenarios to help guide users through the lessons presented in the book and apply them on daily jobs:

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  Familiarize users with the roles, responsibilities and key personality characteristics of an effective CRA
• Assess clinical trial regulatory history and current rules
• Critically evaluate the research process from the lab to the trial to trial closeout
• Get a sense of roles and responsibilities of IRBs and Data Safety Monitoring Boards
• Identify the principles and challenges of informed consent
• Understand study design and statistical analysis
• Find out more about adverse events and safety monitoring
• Evaluate quality management and prepare for audits
• Learn to identify fraud, mistakes and errors

The six modules of the course can be uploaded to a PC for use by individual trainees without an online connection or added to an organization’s learning management system (LMS) to track and evaluate the progress of multiple trainees. A certificate of completion is awarded to trainees who pass the final exam.

Whether one is an individual who wants to move up to a career in trial monitoring, an experienced CRA who needs to stay on top of developments in the profession or a trainer preparing

groups of trainees to take on the job of CRA, The CRA Trainer is an invaluable tool for gaining — and proving — mastery of the job.

Note: The CRA Trainer will be available March 31.

eLearning Details:

The CRA Trainer:

An Interactive Companion to The CRA’s Guide to Monitoring Clinical Research

CenterWatch eLearning

https://www.centerwatch.com/products/category/2764-elearning/product/439-the-cra-trainer

eLearning Package:

Single User – $295

Multi-user buyers and licenses:

• 2-10 users – $275 per user
• 11-20 users – $255 per user
• 21-30 users – $235 per user
• 31-40 users – $215 per user
• 41-50 users – $200 per user
• 50+ users – Contact Bailey Sterrett at +1 703.538.7637 for LMS licensing prices.

Easy Ways to Order:

Online: https://www.centerwatch.com/products/category/2764-elearning/product/439-the-cra-trainer

By phone: 888.838.5578 or 703.538.7600

About CenterWatch:

Founded in 1994, CenterWatch is a trusted source and global destination for clinical trials information for both professionals and patients. CenterWatch provides proprietary data and information analysis on clinical trials through a variety of newsletters, books, databases, and information services used by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, CROs, SMOs, and investigative sites involved in the management and conduct of clinical trials. As a pioneer in publishing clinical trials information, CenterWatch was the first Internet site to publish detailed information about active clinical trials that could be accessed by patients and their advocates.

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Westwind Integrated Health Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease in Glendale, AZ

Westwind Integrated Health provides Alzheimer’s screenings and other cognitive testing to improve the chances of catching Alzheimer’s disease early and provide necessary care.

Glendale, AZ (PRWEB)
March 18, 2020

The dentists and medical doctors of Westwind Integrated Health raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and the preventive steps patients can take to maintain their physical and oral health as they age. This dental-medical healthcare practice provides comprehensive, whole-body healthcare in the Phoenix and Glendale, AZ areas, including gum disease treatment to lower patients’ risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition resulting in cognitive decline and memory loss over time. The most common Alzheimer’s symptoms include memory loss, confusion, forgetfulness, difficulty completing everyday tasks, and personality or behavior changes. While this disease affects over 5 million Americans and is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States, it is incorrectly believed to be a normal part of aging. Though some individuals may be genetically more likely to develop this disease, certain lifestyle choices can decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s symptoms and prevent the condition altogether. Maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, not smoking, stimulating the brain, and good oral health (including a mouth free from gum disease) all play a role in preventing Alzheimer’s disease.

Individuals with gum disease symptoms, including bleeding gums, bad breath, gum recession, or loose teeth, may be at a higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease and should seek treatment immediately. A recent study published in Science Advances has found a link between the P. gingivalis bacteria associated with gum disease and Alzheimer’s symptoms. The bacteria can travel from the infected gums to the brain, releasing toxins that can destroy the neurons vital for healthy cognitive functioning. Alzheimer’s disease is not the only systemic condition that has been linked to gum disease. Gum disease has been noted to increase the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, as well. Maintaining good oral health, in addition to good physical health, and seeing a medical doctor and dentist regularly can help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s symptoms.

The dentists and medical doctors at Westwind Integrated Health provide Alzheimer’s screenings and other cognitive testing to improve the chances of catching the disease early and provide necessary care. The collaborative team also offers comprehensive gum disease treatment to improve both oral health and physical health, reducing the risk for conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. The dental-medical practice focuses on whole-body healthcare (including nutritional counseling and vision and hearing screenings) and incorporate both dental and medical care for children and adults in their nine locations.

Individuals experiencing symptoms of either Alzheimer’s disease or gum disease in Phoenix or Glendale, AZ are encouraged to contact Westwind Integrated Health as soon as possible. Visit http://www.westwindintegratedhealth.com or call 602-457-8024 to schedule an appointment.

About the Practice

Westwind Integrated Health offers dental and medical care from nine locations in the Glendale and Phoenix, AZ areas. As the only private practice in Arizona and one of only a few practices in the country to combine dental and medical care, this team is innovating health care by offering truly comprehensive care with a whole-body approach. Comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of medical doctors and dental clinicians, Westwind Integrated Health offers specialized general dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery. Plus, under the same roof, patients can receive physicals and wellness exams, vision and hearing screenings, vaccinations, nutritional counseling, and minor injury treatment. The family of practices focuses on building genuine patient relationships, comprehensive and state-of-the-art treatment, and improving the long-term health and wellbeing of their patients. To learn more about the multi-specialty team, visit http://www.westwindintegratedhealth.com or call 602-457-8024 to schedule an integrated health consultation.

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