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

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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HEALTH INFORMATICS- INTEGRATING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN ADVANCE HEALTHCARE

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jul 5, 20203 min read

HEALTH INFORMATICS- INTEGRATING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN ADVANCE HEALTHCARE

Health informatics is an emerging field integrating information technology for advance healthcare to benefit the health & human services.

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GOOD NEWS - ONTARIO UNVEILS A PLAN TO REOPEN POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jun 23, 20202 min read

GOOD NEWS - ONTARIO UNVEILS A PLAN TO REOPEN POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION

The Ontario government has developed a plan for the gradual and safe resumption of in-person instruction at postsecondary institutions.

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TRANSMISSION, INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL-COVID-19 KNOWN TO DATE

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jun 9, 20204 min read

TRANSMISSION, INFECTION PREVENTION & CONTROL-COVID-19 KNOWN TO DATE

Primary modes of transmission of Corona Virus are contact, droplet and airborne. Additional precautions are based on modes of transmission.

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Phlebotomy & Coronavirus- Safety in blood sample testing of patients suspected with infection

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jun 2, 20204 min read

Phlebotomy & Coronavirus- Safety in blood sample testing of patients suspected with infection

A safe and skillful Phlebotomy is an important procedure to understand the spread of coronavirus infection.

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HERD IMMUNITY- EXPLORING MEASURE TO CONTAIN CORONA PANDEMIC

Prof. (Dr) Usha

May 4, 20204 min read

HERD IMMUNITY- EXPLORING MEASURE TO CONTAIN CORONA PANDEMIC

Corona is really an intriguing race between Mother Nature and the science as to who will succeed in protecting the herd (Population) first.

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FEAR, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION-CORONA VIRUS(COVID-19)PANDEMIC STRESSING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Apr 11, 20205 min read

FEAR, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION-CORONA VIRUS(COVID-19)PANDEMIC STRESSING YOUR MENTAL HEALTH

Coronavirus pandemic is not only testing our capacity, patience and perseverance but, also checking competence of world’s healthcare system.

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Corona virus (COVID-19) & Social / Physical Distancing—What & How—Community Safety for all

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Mar 25, 20206 min read

Corona virus (COVID-19) & Social / Physical Distancing—What & How—Community Safety for all

Social / Physical Distancing is the need of the hour. Practice it for the great good of everyone. Be safe, protect self and others.

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ROUTINE PRACTICES & INFECTION CONTROL IN HEALTH CARE

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Mar 13, 20202 min read

ROUTINE PRACTICES & INFECTION CONTROL IN HEALTH CARE

Infection Prevention and Control Best Practices practiced by Health Care workers are important measures to reduce the risk.

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Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jan 28, 20203 min read

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment-PRP classified as drug by Health Canada- Latest development

Health Canada has now clarified position on PRP as Drug. This is a significant change that could make PRP therapy more available in Canada.

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ONTARIO HEALTHCARE CHANGES AND MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Prof. (Dr) Usha

Jan 21, 20203 min read

ONTARIO HEALTHCARE CHANGES AND MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Ontario healthcare system has geared up to figure out ways to become more efficient by devising new methods and pioneering new technologies.

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Prof (Dr) Usha, Healthcare Program Director

Oct 19, 20192 min read

Basic Patient Health Assessment

Basic Patient Health assessment is the gathering of information about a patient's physiological, psychological, sociological, and...

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Prof Usha Dabas, Director

Aug 23, 20192 min read

PRP therapy and Phlebotomy

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy or Blood-spinning has a great application in the field of modern medicine and renders solution to...

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Prof. (Dr) Usha

Aug 16, 20192 min read

Caregiver Communication & Safety

How to deescalate confrontations with patients Upset or angry patients can be a challenge in any medical facility. Most of the caregivers...

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PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Training – Certificate Program

Prof (Dr) Usha, Director

Jun 18, 20192 min read

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Training – Certificate Program

In recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has emerged as a promising treatment modality for use in aesthetic and regenerative medicine...

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Venous Sclerotherapy for unwanted and Abnormal Veins

Prof (Dr) Usha, Director

Jun 6, 20192 min read

Venous Sclerotherapy for unwanted and Abnormal Veins

Venous Sclerotherapy is a treatment in demand for unwanted veins

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DENTAL CARE & HEALTH INSURANCE IN ONTARIO

Prof (Dr) Usha, Director

Jun 6, 20192 min read

DENTAL CARE & HEALTH INSURANCE IN ONTARIO

In Canada, typically, a general dental/oral health care is not included in Canada Health Act (CHA). Most Canadians pay either themselves...

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ONTARIO HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN (OHIP) AND SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS

Prof (Dr) V K Dabas, Academic Director

May 6, 20192 min read

ONTARIO HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN (OHIP) AND SCHEDULE OF BENEFITS

Ontario Health Insurance Plan-Schedule of benefits and Fees information requires knowledgeable interpretation and is meant primarily for...

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MARIJUANA- ORAL / DENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS

Prof (Dr) Usha, Director

May 6, 20192 min read

MARIJUANA- ORAL / DENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS

With the legalization of marijuana or cannabis, and with Marijuana use on the rise for both medicinal and recreational purposes, dental...

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INTERNATIONALLY EDUCATED NURSES(IENs) IN CANADIAN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

Prof (Dr) V K Dabas, Academic Director

Jan 21, 20192 min read

INTERNATIONALLY EDUCATED NURSES(IENs) IN CANADIAN HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

The shortage of healthcare professionals is an important issue both provincially and nationally. Internationally educated nurses (IENs)...

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