Aaron Tallent
Freelance Writer and Editor at Freelance
Writer with more than 20 years in communication fields including journalism, media advocacy, health, and sports history. Co-host of the @LoadedGoatPod.
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1 week ago |
thezebra.org | Aaron Tallent
ALEXANDRIA, VA-A healthy Alexandria starts at home. That is the motto of the city’s Healthy Homes Initiative, an effort to ensure all Alexandrians have healthy and safe, hazard-free housing. Alexandria issued and implemented its first action plan in 2022 before releasing a new plan earlier this year. Natalie Talis, Population Health Manager with the Alexandria Health Department (AHD), leads the agency’s involvement in the Healthy Homes Network.
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2 weeks ago |
patientpower.info | Aaron Tallent |Thomas W. LeBlanc |Thomas Leblanc
Being diagnosed with cancer can be overwhelming, and you may find it challenging just to process the news, let alone know what questions to ask your doctor. To help you prepare to discuss your disease and next steps with your care team, here is a list of questions shared by one breast cancer survivor that may be useful for you to consider.
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2 weeks ago |
thezebra.org | Aaron Tallent
FAIRFAX, VA-In January 2024, Abbey Brassfield woke up with a cough and what she thought were the beginning stages of a cold at her home in Exmore, Virginia, on the Eastern Shore. The 46-year-old mother of three, school administrator, and CrossFit instructor thought it would pass, but what started out as a case of the flu quickly worsened.
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3 weeks ago |
thezebra.org | Aaron Tallent
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Results from the Alexandria Health Department’s (AHD) 2024 community-wide health survey are in and show that mental health and drug addiction are some of the city’s major challenges, but diversity and opportunities to be involved are some of its greatest strengths. These findings will help guide the area’s health projects for the next five years.
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3 weeks ago |
medcentral.com | Lauren Hunter |Aaron Tallent
A digital stethoscope that can detect pathologic murmurs in patients. AI speaking with AI to resolve a prior authorization request. These are just some of the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools being deployed in medical practices across the country. Here is a closer look. Stethoscopes that Detect Heart DiseaseTo support physicians at the care level, Eko Health has reimagined a device used in medicine for more than 200 years.
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Measles cases are on the rise. Dr. Katherine Moyer with @InovaHealth urges vaccination as the best protection. If you can’t get vaccinated, talk to your doctor about precautions. Stay safe. #vaccineswork #MeaslesOutbreak @ZebraAlexandria https://t.co/VLaLWuT46P
The Global Platform for Access to Childhood Cancer Medicines, led by @WHO & @StJude is delivering pediatric #Cancer meds to Ecuador, Mongolia, Nepal, Uzbekistan, and Zambia—part of a plan to reach 50 countries & 120K kids in 5 years. @CD_AACR https://t.co/O7SvdsCP5n
A study reveals variability in end-of-life #cancer treatment. Oncologists say that the entire cancer care team plays a role in ensuring that treatment aligns with patient wishes. https://t.co/kXA7QPruhw