The Link Between Visual Impairments and Alzheimer’s Disease: Insights from UCSF Study

Posted by Accutech on March 6, 2024 11:09 am

For healthcare professionals and caregivers, understanding the early signs of Alzheimer's Disease is crucial in providing timely care and support to patients. A groundbreaking study from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), has revealed significant insights into how visual impairments, specifically Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA), can be a pivotal…

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Network-Dependent Patient Elopement Systems: Unveiling Risks and Vulnerabilities in Healthcare Security

Posted by Accutech on February 22, 2024 10:24 am

While the integration of digital technology in medical records and treatments in hospitals has brought about several benefits for doctors and patients alike, it has also increased cybersecurity challenges. There are several types of medical systems in hospitals that rely on a network backbone for general function including electronic health…

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5 Common Causes of Patient Elopement

Posted by Accutech on December 11, 2023 1:18 pm

Patient elopement can be a frightening situation for healthcare providers and loved ones. The causes of patient elopement can be vast and complex, and understanding them is crucial to prevent future incidents. This article will explore the common causes of patient elopement, shedding light on the many factors involved in…

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Ensuring Newborn Safety: Modern Hospital Security Measures

Posted by Accutech on November 13, 2023 3:56 pm

As new parents, one of the most frightening things is the thought of your child going missing. Unfortunately, infant abductions have become a reality in many hospitals across the United States. Although attempted abductions may make headlines, hospitals have implemented modern security measures that are effective in preventing these tragedies.…

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Hospital Bag Checklist

Posted by Accutech on October 2, 2023 10:00 am

Bringing a new life into the world is a miraculous experience, but it can also be nerve-wracking. Childbirth can be unpredictable and there are many factors that are out of […]

Everything You Need to Know About Infant Hospital ID Bracelets

Posted by Accutech on September 25, 2023 8:50 am

Infant hospital ID bracelets is crucial in ensuring that newborns are not mistakenly switched and leave the hospital with the right parents. These bracelets may seem small, but their importance […]

Cuddles Provides an Extra Layer of Protection at Buena Vista Regional Healthcare Foundation

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Top 5 Best Practices for Infant Security in Hospitals

Posted by Accutech on September 18, 2023 9:15 am

Hospitals and birthing centers hold a great responsibility in ensuring the safety and security of infants during their stay. The well-being of babies is of utmost importance, therefore hospitals have […]

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Where Do Most Infant Abductions Occur?

Posted by Accutech on September 14, 2023 4:51 pm

It's a parent's worst nightmare: their newborn child being abducted from a hospital. Unfortunately, a study released by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has revealed that the majority of infant abductions actually occur in healthcare facilities. According to the report, which looked at data from 1997…

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How Does The Accutech Wandering System Work?

Posted by Accutech on September 1, 2023 12:00 am

As a provider of wander management solutions, we understand that our potential customers may not always be experts in the technical workings of our systems. While prospects may have a general idea of what our RFID-based security systems aim to achieve, it's not uncommon for them to feel a little…

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PATIENT ELOPEMENT SYSTEMS: PEDIATRIC VS ADULT WANDER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

Posted by Accutech on August 25, 2023 3:19 pm

Both children and adults need to be well cared for, and part of that care involves ensuring that patients’ whereabouts are known by hospital staff and caretakers, at any given time. However, there are a few differences in the needs of infants and children versus adults when it comes to…

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