COVID-19 Surges Linked to Spike in Heart Attack Deaths

COVID-19 was full of surprises early on, causing mild problems in the short term for some people and serious complications for others. Long term, it may be just as capricious. A massive study shows a long-term, substantial rise in the risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke, after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. The research team members say they have long known that infections such as the flu can increase the risk for heart disease and heart attack, but the sharp rise in heart attack deaths is like nothing seen before.

Medical Camp | Hansa Murhu, Khunti (Jharkhand)

Sustaining Life and Medibriefcase organised a free medical checkup camp on 04 December 2022 at St Norbert School, Hansa Murhu in the Khunti district of Jharkhand, around 45 km from Ranchi, the state capital. The objective of our medical camps is to bring awareness amongst the deprived population of the Jharkhand state who have littleContinue reading "Medical Camp | Hansa Murhu, Khunti (Jharkhand)"

Digital Ecosystems | The Future of Healthcare

For a very long time, health care was organizationally centred. Health institutions were located in the centre and patients had to adapt to this system. However, rapid technological developments in recent years have caused health services to transition to a patient-centred approach. This means that multiple care systems work together to provide patient care. TheContinue reading "Digital Ecosystems | The Future of Healthcare"

Medical Camp | Maher Ashram, Ranchi

Ayurdad and Medibriefcase organised a free medical checkup camp on 15 November 2022 at Maher Ashram, Ranchi on the occasion of Bhagwan Birsa Jayanti and Jharkhand Foundation Day. The camp was conducted by Dr. Judhajit Roy Choudhury. In our first two free medical check-up camps, we checked and treated a total of 77 people, includingContinue reading "Medical Camp | Maher Ashram, Ranchi"

Bridging the Healthcare Divide: A Journey Towards Equal Access

India's healthcare system faces challenges with disparities in urban and rural infrastructure, and limited access to medical services. The shift towards a patient-centric model and digital empowerment offers hope for improvement, and the lack of patient data in clinics poses a challenge. Medibriefcase, a digital healthcare initiative, aims to address these issues by providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to underserved communities, starting in Jharkhand. They recently organized a successful free medical check-up camp, with plans for more in the future.

Paper vs. Electronic Medical Record Keeping

Medical records are the document that explains all detail about the patient’s history, clinical findings, diagnostic test results, pre and postoperative care, patient’s progress and medication. If written correctly, notes will support the doctor about the correctness of treatment. It is very important for the treating doctor to properly document the management of a patientContinue reading "Paper vs. Electronic Medical Record Keeping"

The Future of Healthcare: Empowering Patients with Digital Health

The future of healthcare is shifting towards a proactive model, leveraging digital technologies to empower individuals and improve healthcare outcomes. Digital healthcare encompasses telemedicine, mHealth apps, EHRs, wearable devices, and more. Innovations in AI, big data, and blockchain are driving significant changes, while ethical and interoperability challenges need to be addressed. Embracing digital health can lead to a more efficient and equitable healthcare system.