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Why Jada the Pediatric Helper is a Game-Changer for Parents 🧸👶 As a parent, making informed decisions about your child’s health can be challenging, especially when you’re trying to sift through vast amounts of information online. While WebMD has been a popular resource for years, there’s a new tool that’s transforming how we approach paediatric care: Jada the Pediatric Helper. Why Choose Jada over WebMD? 1. Personalised Advice 🤝 • Jada: Utilises advanced AI to provide tailored recommendations based on your child’s specific symptoms, age, and medical history. • WebMD: Offers general information that might not always apply to your child’s unique situation. 2. Conversational Interface 🗣️ • Jada: Engages in natural, human-like conversations, making it easier to describe symptoms and concerns without having to navigate through multiple pages. • WebMD: Requires users to manually search for information and interpret medical jargon. 3. Real-Time Interaction ⏱️ • Jada: Provides instant feedback and guidance, simulating a live consultation with a paediatric expert. • WebMD: Information is static and requires users to piece together advice from various articles. 4. Proactive Health Monitoring 📈 • Jada: Can track your child’s health trends over time and provide proactive tips to maintain well-being. • WebMD: Does not offer personalised tracking or trend analysis. 5. Peace of Mind 😊 • Jada: Designed to offer reassurance by providing evidence-based, AI-driven insights tailored to paediatric care. • WebMD: While informative, it can sometimes lead to information overload and increased anxiety. Real-World Impact 🌟 Parents using Jada have reported feeling more confident in managing their children’s health, knowing they have a reliable and personalised tool at their fingertips. Whether it’s late-night fevers, rashes, or general health advice, Jada is there to provide immediate support. The advice is tailored to an audience that may not have access to family or medical professionals, meaning it’s more self-contained than other solutions. Looking Ahead 🚀 As we continue to harness AI for healthcare, tools like Jada represent the future of paediatric care and healthcare in general. They bridge the gap between traditional resources and the personalised touch of a paediatrician, ensuring every child gets the best care possible. Experience the difference with Jada the Pediatric Helper today: https://lnkd.in/evvif6aR #AI #Healthcare #Pediatrics #Parenting #TechForGood #ChildHealth #JadaThePediatricHelper #Innovation #DigitalHealth #WebMD

Research into the unique needs of children, adolescents, and their accompanying adults in healthcare, reveals a crucial shift towards holistic and engaging environments. Imagine a healthcare experience where anxiety gives way to curiosity and discomfort transforms into a sense of control. Three things that create a better pediatric experience are: engaging curiosity, incorporating movement and sensory experiences, and tailoring environments to different ages and abilities. Key design principles to keep in mind when designing pediatric healthcare spaces include encouraging play and positive distraction, designing for a variety of ages, incorporating natural elements, and embracing flexibility - we look to tick all these boxes here at KwickScreen.  Picture waiting areas filled with furniture that not only encourages mobility but sparks curiosity – where children can arrange and rearrange their space. Our retractable screens are fully mobile and can be deployed as and when there is a need. They are fully customisable making it easier to incorporate elements of nature into your space. Let’s create pediatric healthcare spaces that go beyond treatment and embrace the emotional and psychological well-being of young patients. Explore a new chapter in healthcare design – one that prioritizes engagement, comfort, and innovation. #PediatricHealthcare #InnovationInDesign #KwickScreen

Nurturing Little Hearts: Essential Practices for Exceptional Pediatric Care Ensuring every child receives the attention and support they need by, 1. A gentle touch and welcoming with a friendly smile as they walk through the door can make all the difference in easing fears and building trust. 2. Incorporate play and creativity into your approach to healthcare. Whether it's using toys to distract during procedures or engaging in therapeutic play sessions, making healthcare fun can turn apprehensive visits into positive experiences. 3. Create a child-friendly environment within the pediatric department. Bright colors, playful décor, and comforting spaces can help alleviate anxiety and create a sense of safety for young patients. 4. Recognize that children are not small adults. Tailor your approach to their unique needs, preferences, and developmental stages. By customizing treatments and communication styles, you can ensure that each child feels seen and understood. 5. Empower children and families with knowledge about their health and well-being. Use age-appropriate language and visuals to explain medical concepts and treatment plans, fostering understanding and cooperation. 6. Acknowledge and validate the emotional experiences of both children and their caregivers. Offer a listening ear, provide emotional support resources, and connect families with counseling services when needed. 7. Celebrate the milestones, big and small, in each child's healthcare journey. Whether it's a successful treatment outcome, a brave act during a procedure, or simply a smile after a check-up, take the time to acknowledge and celebrate these moments together. Creating a pediatric department where every child feels valued, cared for, and empowered to thrive. Let's continue to nurture little hearts and make a positive impact on pediatric healthcare. #PediatricCare #ChildHealth #NurturingLittleHearts #healthcareuae #healthcare #qatar #qatarhealthcare #uaeclinic #qatarclinic #doha #sharjah #hospital

1 in 5 kiddos need help... 👀 That's the number of children currently that are expected to need access to the pediatric care in their home...and the demand is growing. 📰 Found this article from Grand View Research on the outlook of the market through 2030. The demand for accessible pediatric care in the home is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 7.86%. Market size is already at a whopping 35.6 billion. I am more convinced than ever that the fight for more accessible care is moving exponentially towards the home, and it is up to us in the pediatric home healthcare space to ensure we meet the demand while staying cost-effective, service-minded, and outcome-driven. 👉 1 in 5 kiddos NEED help...let's ensure 1 in 5 kiddos GET help! #pediatrictherapy #homecare #growth

As Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week kicks off, it’s important to spotlight the importance of keeping little ones safe on the road. This week serves as a vital reminder for parents and caregivers to review and enhance their child passenger safety practices. -Properly installed car seats reduce the risk of death by up to 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers. -Nearly half of the car seats are installed incorrectly. Check your installation with your vehicle’s manual or visit a car seat inspection station. -Follow the latest safety guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to ensure optimal protection. -Booster Seat Transition: Move to a booster seat when your child outgrows their car seat. Ensure they use it until they fit properly in an adult seat belt, usually around 4’9” and 8-12 years old. -Buckle up every time and model safe driving practices for your kids. #ChildPassengerSafety #CarSeatSafety #SafeDriving

This is for all the pediatricians out there, those whom I know and those whom I have yet to meet. You are important and valued and worthy and priceless as are the children you care for. "While a healthy childhood does not guarantee a healthy adulthood, an unhealthy childhood certainly makes a healthy adulthood less likely. If society wants healthy adults for the future of the country, the children of today need a physician workforce to count on. The country needs pediatricians. We ask you to think of that child you love and to advocate for changes that support the sustainability of pediatrics care. We know so deeply that these children’s lives have value. Let us back that with policy." #dignity #dignityofwork #children #policy #leadership

The Wall Street Journal write an alarming article. ⏰ Only about 14% of emergency departments nationwide are certified to treat children. This lack of preparation results in tragic outcomes... Children are four times more likely to die in less-prepared emergency rooms. 😱 Healthcare innovation with pediatric population is difficult. The population is seen as small and not wealthy... So, the funding is mostly allocated to cardiac-vascular issues for 40+ and for elderly. Our youth deserves better care. Remember that the children are 25% of the population but 100% of our future. 💪 We believe in the power of pediatric innovation. It is not easy. There are a lot of constraints: size, signals, indirect communication through caregivers, etc. We are not working in emergency departments depicted in the article. We are working after this with our RPM platform. Our mission is to expand hospital care to every child at home. Thanks to the technology, it is now possible. Ensuring the health and safety of our children requires a collective effort. We must focus on funding and support for pediatric healthcare innovation. Together, we can create a future where every child receives the care they deserve, regardless of where they are treated. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eu8_5WZU #pediatricscare #RPM #homecare #emergencydepartment #careinnovation

At Eastern Therapy, we're revolutionizing pediatric therapy by blending play with purpose. Our approach is rooted in the understanding that children learn best when they're engaged and motivated. By designing sessions that feel like play, we're able to address crucial developmental skills while keeping our young patients enthusiastic and participative. From activities like squigz to more complex exercises, each element of our therapy sessions is carefully curated to maximize both enjoyment and developmental benefits. How do you incorporate play into your professional practice with children? Let's discuss the power of play in pediatric care. #PediatricTherapy #ChildDevelopment #PlayBasedLearning #HealthcareInnovation

What Steps Can Be Taken to Ensure Equitable Care for All NICU Families? This article explores how racial and ethnic discrimination affects families in the NICU. Through surveys and open-ended responses from parents, the study reveals that racism often manifests subtly as neglectful care, with parents noting disparities in attention and treatment based on race. The findings highlight the need for NICUs to address implicit biases and ensure equitable treatment for all families, promoting a more inclusive healthcare environment. Key Takeaways: 💡 Coexistence of Care and Harm: Parents in the NICU often experience a mixture of compassionate care and harmful neglect, with some attributing negative interactions to racial or ethnic discrimination. This duality highlights a complex environment where quality of care is inconsistent. 💡 Racism as Neglectful Care: Instances of racism often manifest subtly through neglectful treatment. Parents reported disparities in care based on racial concordance, where infants of the same race as NICU staff sometimes received preferential treatment, especially during critical care moments like feeding. 💡 Power Imbalance in Advocacy: The study highlights the significant power differential between NICU staff and parents, particularly during parental advocacy. Parents often felt dismissed or undervalued when voicing concerns, which exacerbated feelings of powerlessness and impacted their ability to advocate effectively for their infants. 💡 Need for Equity in NICU Care: The findings emphasize the urgent need for NICUs to address implicit biases and reinforce equitable care practices. By fostering awareness and training on racial sensitivity, NICUs can improve interactions with families and create a more inclusive care environment. Learn more about our findings and the steps NICUs can take to promote inclusivity in patient care by reading the full article. Reference: Smith O, Karvonen KL, Gonzales-Hinojosa MD, et al. Parents Experiences of Racism in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Journal of Patient Experience. 2024;11. Full article: https://lnkd.in/ec8HJ__5 ************ SIGN-UP: Free monthly digest:  “Transforming Health and Care Experiences with  Research and Actionable-Insights" https://lnkd.in/gwv-YxSz ************ #InclusiveCare #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareEquity #NICU Laura Cooley, PhD Sage

🌟 The U.S. is prioritizing the advancement of #ChildDiagnostic practices Read this fascinating observation by Innoccu's CEO, Sabina Mickel 🌐 Join us as we lead the tech revolution in #ChildDiagnostics with #Innoccu. Together, we're shaping a healthier tomorrow for every child!