Intramuscular Injection

HIGH BP- A SILENT KILLER- KNOW YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE & RISK FACTORS

Jun 184 min read

HIGH BP- A SILENT KILLER- KNOW YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE & RISK FACTORS

Adjusting lifestyle, more exercise, losing weight if needed and following a heart-healthy diet can help control hypertension or high BP.

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MONKEYPOX- PUBLIC HEALTH PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Sep 12, 20224 min read

MONKEYPOX- PUBLIC HEALTH PLANNING AND PREPAREDNESS

Imvamune® vaccine is approved in Canada for protection against smallpox, monkeypox, and other orthopoxvirus-related illnesses.

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OMICRON, RISING COVID-19 INFECTIONS AND VACCINATIONS- SHOULD WE BE CONCERNED?

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Dec 21, 20215 min read

OMICRON, RISING COVID-19 INFECTIONS AND VACCINATIONS- SHOULD WE BE CONCERNED?

Omicron's quick spread threatens to replace Delta variant as the dominant strain in many countries. Vaccines offer more reliable protection.

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DELTA VARIANT VIRUS: INFECTION, SPREAD AND VACCINE PROTECTION

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Aug 28, 20214 min read

DELTA VARIANT VIRUS: INFECTION, SPREAD AND VACCINE PROTECTION

Delta variant is estimated to cause more severe illness than previous variants in unvaccinated people. Vaccination coverage is important.

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Prof. (Dr) Usha

Apr 11, 20215 min read

COVID-19VACCINES—SAFETY & SIDE EFFECTS

Before getting vaccinated, it is important to be aware the safety & side effects of COVID-19 vaccines you receive.

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COVID-19 VACCINATION IN CANADA AND ONTARIO-UPDATES

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Mar 6, 20214 min read

COVID-19 VACCINATION IN CANADA AND ONTARIO-UPDATES

Updated delivery timeline says Canada may be able to vaccinate 14.5 MM people by June. Health Canada has authorized single shot vaccine.

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COVID-19 VACCINES ON THE HORIZON- CLINICAL TRIALS, EXCITEMENT & CHALLENGES

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Nov 28, 20207 min read

COVID-19 VACCINES ON THE HORIZON- CLINICAL TRIALS, EXCITEMENT & CHALLENGES

First COVID-19 vaccine approval from Health Canada could come before Christmas. Most Canadians expected to be vaccinated by September 2021.

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WHY IS FLU SHOT(VACCINATION) IMPORTANT THIS YEAR?

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Oct 27, 20205 min read

WHY IS FLU SHOT(VACCINATION) IMPORTANT THIS YEAR?

Health authorities say COVID-19 pandemic makes it crucial this year to get flu shot, which protects against several different flu viruses.

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FALL SEASON- IDENTIFY COMMON COLD & FLU-TAKE CARE OF HEALTH

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Oct 11, 20204 min read

FALL SEASON- IDENTIFY COMMON COLD & FLU-TAKE CARE OF HEALTH

The symptoms of the flu and common cold can be very similar but, unlike a case of common cold, the flu can lead to serious health problems.

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COVID-19-SECOND WAVE, ONTARIO UPDATES AND TESTING GUIDELINES

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Sep 30, 20204 min read

COVID-19-SECOND WAVE, ONTARIO UPDATES AND TESTING GUIDELINES

Ontario government has established Testing criteria for Covid-19. Publicly-funded testing will be available and easily accessible to needy.

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WOUND CARE AND WOUND HEALING IN DIABETES

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Aug 25, 20203 min read

WOUND CARE AND WOUND HEALING IN DIABETES

Among various risk factors associated with wounds, diabetes is a major risk factor in wounds development needing early management.

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FACE MASKS VERSUS FACE SHIELDS- PROTECTION DILEMMA-COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jul 31, 20206 min read

FACE MASKS VERSUS FACE SHIELDS- PROTECTION DILEMMA-COVID-19 PANDEMIC

While governments globally recommend face masks, wearing a face shield witha mask provides maximum protection in most infective conditions.

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Injections in Healthcare – Intramuscular, Intravenous, Subcutaneous

Prof (Dr) Vincent

Jun 17, 20182 min read

Injections in Healthcare – Intramuscular, Intravenous, Subcutaneous

Injections are among the most common health care procedures, with a large amount administered in developed and developing countries each...

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Special Comprehensive Programs for Internationally Trained Doctors

Prof (Dr) V K Dabas, Academic Director

Jun 17, 20171 min read

Special Comprehensive Programs for Internationally Trained Doctors

Under the Advanced Skills development Course- Special Comprehensive Programs conducted at Springfield College of Healthcare, Management &...

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Prof (Dr) Vipin K Dabas, Academic Director

Jun 8, 20172 min read

ADVERSE REACTIONS AND VACCINATION

Vaccine stimulates a person’s immune system to generate immunity to a specific disease and protects the individual from a particular...

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VACCINES - THE IMPORTANCE OF INJECTING VACCINES INTO MUSCLE

Prof Usha Dabas, Director

Apr 3, 20172 min read

VACCINES - THE IMPORTANCE OF INJECTING VACCINES INTO MUSCLE

Vaccine is the medical product that stimulates a person’s immune system to produce immunity to a specific disease and protects the...

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Intra Muscular Route of Injection - Advantages and Safe Practices

Prof (Dr) Usha Dabas

Mar 15, 20172 min read

Intra Muscular Route of Injection - Advantages and Safe Practices

Intramuscular Injection Training for Nurses and Medical Office Staff, MOA. Intramuscular (IM) injection is one of many routes used for admin

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