Health status of Asian Americans

Public Advisory - Two lots of cystic fibrosis drug Cayston recalled due to the potential of cracked glass vials

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Saturday, March 18, 2023

Health Canada is advising the public that Gilead Sciences Incorporated recalled two lots (032168 and 033357) of the cystic fibrosis drug Cayston (aztreonam) (DIN 02329840) on March 1, 2023 , due to the potential of cracked glass vials in those lots, which may introduce glass particles into the medication.

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  • Health Canada is advising the public that Gilead Sciences Incorporated recalled two lots (032168 and 033357) of the cystic fibrosis drug Cayston (aztreonam) (DIN 02329840) on March 1, 2023 , due to the potential of cracked glass vials in those lots, which may introduce glass particles into the medication.
  • A cracked glass vial could cause potential injury or lead to potential contamination or a reduced dose.
  • Cayston is a prescription antibacterial medicine used for the management of chronic infections in cystic fibrosis patients.
  • The manufacturer has not received any customer complaints in relation to cracked glass vials in the recalled lots, or any other Cayston lots distributed in Canada.

New research reveals chronic insomnia disorder costs UK economy up to £34billion per year

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Friday, March 17, 2023

These include steps to help increase awareness of the importance of sleep, improve diagnosis and management of insomnia, and support optimal treatment.

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  • These include steps to help increase awareness of the importance of sleep, improve diagnosis and management of insomnia, and support optimal treatment.
  • Marco Hafner, study co-author and RAND Europe research advisor commented:
    "This new research lays bare the significant personal and economic impacts that the inadequate management of sleep conditions such as chronic insomnia disorder is having in the UK.
  • This could include incorporating insomnia screening within routine clinic visits and enabling access to evidence-based, affordable, and cost-effective treatments for chronic insomnia."
  • We welcome these clear recommendations from RAND Europe to help address the current burden of insomnia in the UK.

Leading Fleet Video Solution Provider Launches Cloud Software Solution

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

BYRON CENTER, Mich., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro-Vision, a leader in mobile video solutions, announced today that it is enhancing its fleet video management offering with a cloud-based software solution, CloudConnect, to simplify the management, access, storage and sharing of video data.  

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  • The mobile video technology solutions provider Pro-Vision launches CloudConnect, a cloud-based fleet video management solution.
  • BYRON CENTER, Mich., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro-Vision, a leader in mobile video solutions, announced today that it is enhancing its fleet video management offering with a cloud-based software solution, CloudConnect , to simplify the management, access, storage and sharing of video data.
  • CloudConnect allows fleet managers to access, review, and share videos instantly from any device at any location
    The secure CloudConnect solution allows fleets to access, review and share videos instantly from any device at any location.
  • "We're excited to complement our premier video recording solutions with comprehensive, easy-to-use software management tools," said Michael Finn, president, and CEO of Pro-Vision.

ChatGPT with Wonderful Platform’s Seniorcare robot “Avadin”

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230306005831/en/
    After the educational e-learning robot 'Coding-K', Wonderful Platform announced that they will provide the 'Dasom-K' ('Avadin' for US clients) which applies ChatGPT to AI care and companion robots for single living elderly in March.
  • Wonderful Platform signed a contract with OpenAI early last year and began developing services using GPT3.0 implemented to their companion robots.
  • If ChatGPT is implemented, then the conversational AI would be much more human-like for seniors to interact with the robot.
  • ChatGPT and GPT3.5 will also be added to the robot platform to cater more seniors with specific functions seniors need.

EnGenius Cloud SD-WAN Gateway Series: Enhance Your Remote Business's Network Efficiency

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

COSTA MESA, Calif., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EnGenius, a leading innovator of networking and cloud solutions, has launched its lineup of SD-WAN Gateway products, catering to the escalating need for cloud-based services to prioritize security and efficiency for connecting any enterprise with its branch offices. The EnGenius SD-WAN series provides a secure and reliable solution, enabling seamless integration with EnGenius Cloud-managed Access Points and Switches to offer a unified view and heightened security.

Key Points: 
  • EnGenius SD-WAN Gateways are designed to provide enterprises with a highly scalable and resilient network solution.
  • The SD-WAN Gateway series offers features like EnGenius Auto-VPN and NAT Traversal, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking a secure and efficient network solution.
  • Leverage the power of EnGenius Cloud for unified management of devices and networks: EnGenius SD-WAN Gateways provide an integrated solution for your entire network needs via the EnGenius Cloud.
  • Upgrade your networking capabilities and embrace the future of secure and efficient connectivity with EnGenius Cloud SD-WAN Gateways.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS CELEBRATES REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST DAY MARCH 8 DURING NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH®

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

CHICAGO, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates the role of registered dietitian nutritionists as the food and nutrition experts during Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day on March 8.

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  • CHICAGO, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics celebrates the role of registered dietitian nutritionists as the food and nutrition experts during Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day on March 8.
  • The Academy created Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day to increase the awareness of RDNs as indispensable providers of food and nutrition services .
  • National Nutrition Month® started as "National Nutrition Week" in 1973 and became a month-long observance in 1980 in response to the public's growing interest in nutrition.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Video Collaboration Monitoring and Management Leader VisibilityOne releases version 2.0

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VisibilityOne Introduces IoT AV Port Monitoring along side other key features with it's release of version 2.0.

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  • VisibilityOne Now Provides New Powerful Updates to Key Video Conferencing Monitoring Features and More With the Release of Version 2.0!
  • Our offering gives our partners and customers an incredible level of new technical insights in a simple intuitive dashboard.
  • LOS ANGELES, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- VisibilityOne Introduces IoT AV Port Monitoring along side other key features with it's release of version 2.0.
  • Our new IoT capabilities go beyond the typical Up/Down status of most platforms, VisibilityOne allows for monitoring of a device's web interface, custom ports, protocols, and device availability.

Vital Signs Monitoring Devices Global Market 2022: Sector to Reach $7.4 Billion by 2027 at a CAGR of 6.75% - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Vital signs monitoring devices refer to various medical equipment used for monitoring a patient's vital signs.

Key Points: 
  • Vital signs monitoring devices refer to various medical equipment used for monitoring a patient's vital signs.
  • What is the breakup of the global vital signs monitoring devices market based on the product type?
  • What are the key regions in the global vital signs monitoring devices market?
  • 8. Who are the key players/companies in the global vital signs monitoring devices market?

Smart Watch Global Market Report 2023: Increasing Health Awareness Among Consumers Bolsters Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, February 27, 2023

The "Smart Watch Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Smart Watch Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The regions covered in the smart watch market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
  • The increasing health awareness among consumers is a key factor driving the growth of the smartwatch market.
  • With increasing consumer's interests towards health and fitness, convenience in day-to-day activities and smart homes, wearable IoT devices such as smart watches offer various features.

SPORTGAIT'S BKG (trademarked) PATENTED GAIT TECHNOLOGY PREDICTIVE CAPABILITIES VETTED AND PUBLISHED

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

The study found that SportGait's BKG gait method and algorithms are superior in accuracy and usability for measuring and managing concussion outcomes.

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  • The study found that SportGait's BKG gait method and algorithms are superior in accuracy and usability for measuring and managing concussion outcomes.
  • The BKG can be used as a biomarker of disease because each condition has a characteristic biokinetic signature," said Dr. Mark Williams, MD and BKG Innovator.
  • "Physical, and in this case gait, biomarkers are becoming a critical component for healthcare," commented SportGait President and CEO Chris Newton.
  • The research article was published in the Journal of Concussion in February 2023, and appears in Volume 7: 1-11.