The risk of developing a rare type of blood clot after getting a Covid vaccine is extremely low, experts from the AHA say
Their analysis revealed that chances of developing blood clots due to the vaccine are up to 10 times lower than from Covid-19 infection
Those with medical conditions are advised to consult their healthcare adviser before seeking vaccination
Recent events surrounding the rare cases of blood clots among people who received a Covid-19 vaccine have triggered panic, fear and heightened vaccine hesitancy all over the world. But many people are unaware that blood clotting is also a feature of Covid-19 disease.
Care New England names longtime OB/GYN as chief education officer
DR. STAR HAMPTON is Care New England Health System’s new chief education officer. / COURTESY CARE NEW ENGLAND HEALTH SYSTEM
PROVIDENCE – Care New England Health System has appointed its former interim chief of obstetrics and gynecology as the system’s chief education officer.
Dr. Star Hampton, the first to fill the newly created position, was named to the role this month.
Her new responsibilities will include acting as a liaison for undergraduate and graduate medical education across the Care New England Health System, developing consistency across Care New England’s academic programs, and developing goals and priorities relating to education.
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Diagnosis bias of borderline personality disorder high among LGB community
Some health care professionals allow their bias toward lesbian, gay and bisexual persons to show when diagnosing borderline personality disorder, says a University of Michigan researcher.
This bias for borderline personality disorder, or BPD-a chronic mental illness known for impulsive behavior, people’s uncertainty about themselves and relationship difficulties-is more pronounced for sexual minorities than heterosexual individuals, says Craig Rodriguez-Seijas, U-M assistant professor of psychology.
“LGB persons are more likely to be given the diagnosis particularly when health care professionals are not paying attention to whether or not the behaviors observed among LGB persons cause any significant distress or impairment,” said Rodriguez-Seijas, lead author of a study that appears in the online journal Assessment.
Rhode Island Medical Imaging Donates Medical Equipment and Supplies to Local Nursing Homes
Rhode Island Medical Imaging (RIMI) has donated more than 1,800 pieces of medical equipment and supplies to local nursing homes and care communities. The donations were distributed by LeadingAge Rhode Island (LARI), an industry organization for Rhode Island aging service providers including nursing homes, assisted living residencies, senior housing and adult day health centers.
RIMI’s donations included blood pressure machines, surgical caps, EZ-On foot slips, compression socks, stockings, pantyhose, waterproof limb protectors, bed pans, emesis basins, surgical clippers, syringes, toothbrushes and storage bins.
Organizations receiving the equipment include Hattie Ide Chaffee (East Providence), Saint Elizabeth Court (Providence) and Scandinavian Communities (Cranston).
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