Asthma Peak Week: Navigating Seasonal Spikes in the Worst Hit Cities

Asthma Peak Week: Navigating Seasonal Spikes in the Worst Hit Cities As September rolls in, so does Asthma Peak Week—a critical time marked by a significant spike in asthma exacerbations and hospital visits. This period coincides with a confluence of allergens, changing weather, wildfires, and the return to school, creating a perfect storm for asthma sufferers. Which Cities & Regions Get Hit Hardest? Research highlights certain cities where asthma sufferers…

Health Care Originals Secures Independent Validation Confirming Efficacy and Clinical Outcomes of the Nightingale Program

Health Care Originals Secures Independent Validation Confirming Efficacy and Clinical Outcomes of the Nightingale Program Rochester, NY — August 21, 2024 — Health Care Originals, Inc. (HCO), a leader in the management of chronic respiratory diseases, is proud to announce that its pioneering Nightingale program is the first respiratory-focused digital health solution to be independently validated by the Validation Institute. The validation confirms that the Nightingale program significantly improves clinical…

Managing Asthma or COPD During Periods of Wildfire Smoke

Managing Asthma or COPD During Periods of Wildfire Smoke It’s important for folks with asthma or COPD to be aware of how to handle exposure to wildfire smoke. The smoke produced during wildfires contains harmful pollutants and irritants that can exacerbate asthma symptoms and respiratory issues. Here are some tips for managing asthma during periods of wildfire smoke: Stay Informed: Monitor local air quality reports and wildfire updates to stay informed about the…

COPD Lung Sounds Guide

Understanding COPD Lung Sounds Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive lung condition that can lead to difficulty breathing and reduced lung function. One key aspect of understanding COPD is recognizing the various lung sounds that accompany the disease. These unique sounds can provide valuable insights into the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of COPD patients. What is COPD? COPD, short for Chronic Obstructive…

Asthma and Osteoporosis

Asthma and osteoporosis are distinct health conditions, but they can be linked in several ways: Medication-induced osteoporosis: Many individuals with asthma are prescribed corticosteroids, either orally or inhaled, to manage their symptoms. Long-term use of these medications can result in decreased bone mineral density, increasing the risk for osteoporosis. Sedentary lifestyle: People with severe asthma may be less physically active due to their breathing problems, which can also increase the…

Can Meditation, Brown Noise, or Sleep Stories Help When Managing Asthma?

Can Meditation, Brown Noise, or Sleep Stories Help When Managing Asthma? Managing asthma is hard work, and an interesting topic to explore is the potential benefits of meditation. Asthma, a chronic respiratory condition affecting a significant number of folks worldwide, presents symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, and persistent coughing. While conventional treatments involving medication and inhalers remain the cornerstone of asthma management, there is a growing interest in alternative…

Intelligent Monitoring for COVID-19: Real World Evidence Centered Around Auscultation

COVID-19 Monitoring Transformed Cough, COVID-19 Specific Lung Events: Capture audio from the torso in a patient friendly manner. Audio capture will be selective and provide the opportunity to identify coughs and specific features of cough. In addition, we provide periods of unfiltered audio on a schedule providing the opportunity to collect lung sounds to define patterns for COVID-19. Direct streaming mode via Wi-Fi provides you the ability to listen to…

Discovering What “ROCHESTER-MADE” Means – SALMAN BAKHT, CTO

As the CTO of a tech startup, I try to understand the connections between the past, present, and future — and working in downtown Rochester, those connections are palpable. We at Health Care Originals recently moved into our new office, which I was excited to learn is in the building that was once the headquarters of Michaels-Stern & Co., a major player in Rochester’s historic garment industry. The Rochester garment…

Featured Success Story: Health Care Originals

Sharon Samjitsingh is asthmatic. This led her to ask a key question. Why hasn’t anyone invented an effective solution to manage chronic respiratory diseases when 10 million people die each year? Her search for an answer led her to cofound Health Care Originals Inc., an award-winning digital health startup, utilizing a combination of its own proprietary technology and technology developed at the University of Rochester School of Nursing. Read Full…

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