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Keeping Kids Safe from Dangers of a Hot Car

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Child vehicular heat stroke is one among the leading causes of death among children around the globe. It is unfortunate to know that even great and responsible parents can forget children in the back seats. According to statistics, about 700 children in the U.S. have died as a result vehicular heat stroke in a period of 19 years (from 1997 to 2016). Below are circumstances that have led to child vehicular heat stroke and instant death: ·          Children/child forgotten in cars by caregivers- These circumstances contributed to 376 out of 700 children death which is a proportion of 54%. ·          Children/child playing in unattended vehicle (gained access into the vehicle on their own) - Such circumstances have contributed to about 198 heat stroke deaths in children which is 28%. ·          Children/child left by an adult in the vehicle intentionally- T...

Oncologists Use of Digital Health

With the new technology, the health of patients can be monitored, enabling them to manage their conditions in an effective way without the need of visiting hospitals or other health facilities. This can help minimize the cost of health care, save time and also increase chances of perfect life quality and desirable positive outcomes. Cancer is the second leading killer which claimed approximately 8.8 million lives in 2015 alone. The number of cancer patients is continuing to rise simply because of lack of effective and curative services.According to World Health Organization (WHO), the number of cancer cases is estimated to reach 21.6 million by 2030. Cancer is a chronic illness that requires long-term commitment by both healthcare professionals and patients. For cancer patients, the potential benefits of digital health in terms of promoting convenient care and self-management are substantial. A recent study on cancer has found that digital health technology can be used to off...