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TYLER, Texas — UT Health East Texas has restored its access for patients through its patient portal, MyChart, on Thursday morning following a recent ransomware attack. Effective on Thursday, patients can utilize their MyChart to, "schedule or reschedule appointments, message providers, view medications and request prescription refills, access e-check in, view test results and visit summaries, and pay bills," according to the press release. Due to security reasons, MyChart users will be asked to reset their passwords.  Ardent Health Services is continuing to make progress following the recent ransomware attack that led the UT Health East Texas hospital network to go offline. Currently, all the hospital locations have resumed their non-emergent surgeries that were halted since the network outage. While this investigation is ongoing, it will take time to deter...

Situational depression isn't a formal diagnosis found in the DSM-5 (the latest tool for diagnosing mental disorders, also called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders: Fifth Edition). It's a term that describes depression that occurs in response to a specific event. Another name for situational depression is adjustment disorder with depressed mood. This article discusses what is meant by situational depression. It also covers the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and ways to cope. RealPeopleGroup/Getty Images Situational vs. Clinical Depression The primary difference between situational depression and clinical depression is that situational depression occurs in direct response to an event. It's often a major, sudden change in a person's life, such as the death of a loved one. It is a temporary situation that subsides once a person comes to terms with the triggering event.  Clinical de...

News Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 Savannah Gilliland stands in front of the Hillsborough Police Department, excited to engage the community through social work outreach. Hillsborough Police Department's new social worker is finding innovative ways to positively impact the community's most vulnerable residents.   Savannah Gilliland became the town's first social worker in October 2023, with the goal of helping to build a stronger connection between the Police Department and the larger community.    "My main priority is to divert those facing mental health concerns away from the criminal justice system," Gilliland said. ...

Family medicine has become a cornerstone of patient-centered care for all ages. As parents, your family's well-being is at the heart of everything you do. Whether your household is dealing with respiratory illnesses or starting new sports or activities, here is how a family medicine doctor can support your family. What is a family medicine physician? Treating everyone from newborns to seniors, a family medicine physician is a great provider of choice for families. Since they treat patients of all ages, your entire family can receive services from a single provider. They are dedicated to building lasting relationships with their patients, allowing them to understand not just the medical history but also the unique dynamics between family members. Family medicine physicians are trained to treat most medical conditions and provide comprehensive healthcare, supporting you and your family with wellness exams and through acute illn...

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Nearly a quarter of a million people in England were waiting to have their care needs assessed by the end of summer, according to a report which warns of ongoing "significant budgetary challenges" impacting on the social care sector. Almost a third of directors of adult social care services said they had been asked to make savings collectively totalling £83.7 million for the year to March 2024, research by the Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (Adass) said. The organisation, which has published the results of its autumn snap survey – sent to every director in the 153 English councils with adult social care responsibilities – said those savings come in addition to the £806 million in savings which directors across England already committed to make in their budgets this year. The organisation said its findings, from a s...

ljubaphoto / Getty Images The one thing you can count on with Social Security is that something will change every year — and just about every working or retired American will feel the impact. That will be the case in 2024, with several changes slated for the new year. Most of the changes will give people a financial lift, but a couple will have the opposite effect. Food Stamps: 4 Major Changes to SNAP Coming in 2024 Also: The Average American Spends This Much on Rent — See How You Stack Up The biggest change, announced earlier this month, is a cost-of-living increase (COLA) that will boost Social Security payments beginning in January 2024. Because of this year's declining inflation rate, the 2024 COLA will be much less than the 8.7% increase Social Security recipients have enjoyed in 2023. That's just one of several changes coming to Social Security in 2024. Here's a look at six of them, and who will be affected the most. 1. COLA Increase The COLA for 2024 will be 3.2% — a...

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The surge of COVID-19 cases in India has taken the life of Dr. Rajendra Kapila, Rutgers medical professor described by the university as "a genuine giant in the field of infectious diseases." Kapila was 81 and went to the country to care for and check on loved ones. "Both Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and University Hospital are saddened by the untimely passing of Rajendra Kapila," the university said in a statement.  "For 50 years, Dr. Kapila served as a foundational pillar of New Jersey Medical School, the Martland Hospital and University Hospital where he provided care to tens of thousands of patients and trained numerous generations of medical students, residents and fellows. A genuine giant in the field of infectious diseases, Dr. Kapila was recognized world-wide and sought out for his legendary knowledge and extraordinary clinical acumen in diagnosing and treating the most complex infectious diseas...

Coconut oil has been promoted for its ability to help moisturize dry skin. In addition, research suggests this natural oil may have additional antibacterial, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties when applied topically. This article discusses how coconut oil may benefit the skin, which types are available, and how to apply it for the best results. FG Trade / Getty Images What Skin Benefits Does Coconut Oil Offer? Coconut oil may provide several benefits, whether used for dry skin or a health condition. Treating Skin Conditions Studies show that coconut oil applied topically to the skin may help people with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis or eczema, which causes an itchy rash. Coconut oil's anti-inflammatory properties may decrease the severity of the condition, prevent moisture loss, and improve the skin's barrier function. Check with a healthcare provider to ensure coconut oil is a good option. Reducing Stretch Marks...

Providence, a nonprofit, faith-based health system, recently announced the closure of its outpatient lab services across multiple California hospitals. This decision is part of a broader strategy to enhance care delivery and foster collaborative partnerships with other lab service organizations. The closure will not affect inpatient, emergency department, or outpatient department testing, providing a level of reassurance to patients who rely on these essential services. Furthermore, this move will not result in job losses, as all employees will be retained with no changes to their wages or benefits. The Impact of the Closure With the closure of all outpatient labs, including those at St. Joseph and Redwood Memorial Hospitals, Providence aims to concentrate its resources on critical care services. This move is expected to support pathology, cytology, transfusions, and hospital perioperative testing at the affected acute care ministries. However, patients seeking outpatient lab service...

As a child I would briefly wonder how something I could not see could cause me to be sidelined to the couch. I was fascinated when I learnt that it could be due to an unseen virus rather than me going outside with wet hair. My fascination with the small things I could not see but could make me sick grew while at Colby College which prompted me to work for a few years as a microbiologist.   As a medical student I had the opportunity to spend a month at Maine Medical Center with the pediatric infectious diseases team and I am happy to be back.   It is a great privilege to be part of care teams that try to help when a common infection turns unexpectedly more serious or when an uncommon infection occurs. Adblock test (Why?)

Chronic pain is on the rise in the UK, affecting an estimated 28 million people, or over 40 per cent of the population, compared to one in five worldwide. The term is used to apply to a number of persistent conditions, with the International Classification of Diseases defining pain as chronic if it continues or recurs for more than three months.   It is more commonly reported among certain groups, including women (who account for more than 70 per cent of sufferers, according to some studies) and older people. Those who are overweight or obese, or who have had an injury, are more likely to be afflicted too. Sadly, there is no agreed cure for chronic pain as yet. Types of chronic pain conditions  The most common chronic pain condition in the UK is backache, which affects around 5.5 million adults in the UK and accounts for 12 million lost work days each year, according to Unison, the UK's largest union. Os...