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Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market Region Insights | Industry Trends, Growth and Size By Forecast 2025 - 2032

The Latest Trending Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market sector is on the brink of remarkable evolution, with projections indicating robust growth and groundbreaking technological advancements by 2032. A recent comprehensive market research report highlights the sector's promising trajectory, fueled by key drivers including expanding market size, increasing market share, and the emergence of innovative trends.

This comprehensive report provides key insights into the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market, exploring critical market segmentation and definitions. It highlights the essential components driving growth, offering a clear picture of the industry's trajectory. Utilizing SWOT and PESTEL analyses, the report evaluates the market's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, while also considering political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors that impact the market landscape.

The study offers valuable insights into the competitive landscape, highlighting recent developments and geographical distribution across key regions. Expert competitor analysis provides a detailed understanding of market dynamics, offering strategic guidance for businesses and investors.

With robust analysis and future projections, this report serves as a vital resource for stakeholders looking to capitalize on emerging opportunities and navigate challenges in the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market.

What is the projected market size & growth rate of the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market?

Market Analysis and Size

The pediatric electronic medical records (EMR) software market is majorly used in healthcare is its ability to streamline and centralize patient information for pediatricians. This software facilitates efficient management of children's health records, including medical history, immunizations, growth charts, and developmental milestones. Pediatric EMR software enhances collaboration among healthcare providers by providing a comprehensive and easily accessible electronic platform, improves accuracy in diagnosis and treatment planning, and ultimately contributes to better pediatric patient care.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses the global pediatric electronic medical records (EMR) software market, which was USD 31.95 billion in 2023, is expected to reach USD 52.88 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 6.50% during the forecast period 2024 to 2031. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include depth expert analysis, patient epidemiology, pipeline analysis, pricing analysis, and regulatory framework.

Browse Detailed TOC, Tables and Figures with Charts which is spread across 350 Pages that provides exclusive data, information, vital statistics, trends, and competitive landscape details in this niche sector.

This research report is the result of an extensive primary and secondary research effort into the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market. It provides a thorough overview of the market's current and future objectives, along with a competitive analysis of the industry, broken down by application, type and regional trends. It also provides a dashboard overview of the past and present performance of leading companies. A variety of methodologies and analyses are used in the research to ensure accurate and comprehensive information about the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market.

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Which are the driving factors of the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market?

The driving factors of the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market include technological advancements that enhance product efficiency and user experience, increasing consumer demand driven by changing lifestyle preferences, and favorable government regulations and policies that support market growth. Additionally, rising investment in research and development and the expanding application scope of Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software across various industries further propel market expansion.

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market - Competitive and Segmentation Analysis:

Global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market, By Product Type (Cloud Based, On Premises), Applications (Large Enterprise, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), others), End Users (Hospitals, Diagnostic Centers, Others), Components (Software Services, Consulting, Hardware) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032.

How do you determine the list of the key players included in the report?

With the aim of clearly revealing the competitive situation of the industry, we concretely analyze not only the leading enterprises that have a voice on a global scale, but also the regional small and medium-sized companies that play key roles and have plenty of potential growth.

Which are the top companies operating in the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market?

Some of the major players operating in the global pediatric electronic medical records (EMR) software market are:

Epic Systems Corporation (U.S.)

MEDICAL Information Technology Inc. (U.S.)

SAP SE (Germany)

META Solutions (U.S.)

Elinext (U.S.)

EPIC Systems Corporation (U.S.)

Oracle (U.S.)

Optum Inc. (U.S.)

Cerner Corporation (U.S.)

Change Healthcare (U.S.)

Koninklijke Philips N.V. (Netherlands)

athenahealth (U.S.)

eClinicalWorks (U.S.)

Alltech (U.S.)

ADM (U.S.)

Short Description About Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market:

The Global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2025 and 2032. In 2024, the market is growing at a steady rate and with the rising adoption of strategies by key players, the market is expected to rise over the projected horizon.

North America, especially The United States, will still play an important role which can not be ignored. Any changes from United States might affect the development trend of Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software. The market in North America is expected to grow considerably during the forecast period. The high adoption of advanced technology and the presence of large players in this region are likely to create ample growth opportunities for the market.

Europe also play important roles in global market, with a magnificent growth in CAGR During the Forecast period 2025-2032.

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market size is projected to reach Multimillion USD by 2032, In comparison to 2025, at unexpected CAGR during 2025-2032.

Despite the presence of intense competition, due to the global recovery trend is clear, investors are still optimistic about this area, and it will still be more new investments entering the field in the future.

This report focuses on the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software in global market, especially in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa. This report categorizes the market based on manufacturers, regions, type and application.

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What are your main data sources?

Both Primary and Secondary data sources are being used while compiling the report. Primary sources include extensive interviews of key opinion leaders and industry experts (such as experienced front-line staff, directors, CEOs, and marketing executives), downstream distributors, as well as end-users. Secondary sources include the research of the annual and financial reports of the top companies, public files, new journals, etc. We also cooperate with some third-party databases.

Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historical data and forecast (2025-2032) of the following regions are covered in Chapters

What are the key regions in the global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market?

North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia and Turkey etc.)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia etc.)

Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa)

This Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market Research/Analysis Report Contains Answers to your following Questions

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Would the market witness an increase or decline in the demand in the coming years?

What is the estimated demand for different types of products in Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software?

What are the upcoming industry applications and trends for Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market?

What Are Projections of Global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Industry Considering Capacity, Production and Production Value? What Will Be the Estimation of Cost and Profit? What Will Be Market Share, Supply and Consumption? What about Import and Export?

Where will the strategic developments take the industry in the mid to long-term?

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What are the raw materials used for Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software manufacturing?

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How will the increasing adoption of Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software for mining impact the growth rate of the overall market?

How much is the global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market worth? What was the value of the market In 2024?

Who are the major players operating in the Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software market? Which companies are the front runners?

Which are the recent industry trends that can be implemented to generate additional revenue streams?

What Should Be Entry Strategies, Countermeasures to Economic Impact, and Marketing Channels for Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Industry?

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Detailed TOC of Global Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market Insights and Forecast to 2032

Introduction

Market Segmentation

Executive Summary

Premium Insights

Market Overview

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market By Type

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market By Function

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market By Material

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market By End User

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market By Region

Pediatric Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software Market: Company Landscape

SWOT Analysis

Company Profiles

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Medical Record Analysis: A Critical Tool for Legal and Healthcare Success

Legal cases involving healthcare often hinge on understanding and interpreting medical records. Whether it's a malpractice lawsuit, a personal injury claim, or a workers' compensation dispute, medical record analysis  is an essential service for uncovering the facts and building a solid case.

At PST RN Legal Consultants, we specialize in offering professional medical record analysis to support attorneys, insurance companies, and individuals navigating complex legal and medical matters. Let’s explore the role of medical record analysis and why it’s indispensable in legal proceedings.

What is Medical Record Analysis?

Medical record analysis involves the thorough review and interpretation of medical documentation to identify relevant information for legal cases. This process helps uncover critical details such as treatment history, inconsistencies, or missing information that could affect the outcome of a case.

Professionals conducting this analysis have extensive medical knowledge and a keen understanding of legal requirements, ensuring the records are reviewed with precision and accuracy.

Why is Medical Record Analysis Important?

1. Uncover Key Medical Facts

Medical records often contain intricate details about a patient’s treatment and condition. Analysis ensures that no crucial information is overlooked.

2. Identify Documentation Errors

Missing, incomplete, or inaccurate records can weaken a case. Medical record analysts identify such gaps and provide expert insights.

3. Streamline Legal Strategies

Attorneys rely on medical record analysis to understand the facts of a case, enabling them to develop stronger arguments and strategies.

4. Support for Courtroom Testimony

Clear, concise summaries and expert opinions generated from the analysis provide invaluable support during courtroom proceedings.

Applications of Medical Record Analysis

Medical record analysis is critical in various legal contexts, including:

Medical Malpractice CasesDetermining whether the standard of care was met and identifying any lapses in treatment.

Personal Injury ClaimsEvaluating the extent of injuries and their impact on the individual’s quality of life.

Workers’ Compensation CasesVerifying claims through detailed examination of medical records related to workplace injuries.

Insurance DisputesResolving conflicts by providing evidence-based analysis of medical records.

Product Liability LawsuitsReviewing the effects of faulty medical devices or harmful pharmaceuticals.

How PST RN Legal Consultants Excel in Medical Record Analysis

At PST RN Legal Consultants, our team of registered nurses and legal experts provide unparalleled medical record analysis. Here’s what sets us apart:

1. Thorough Review Process

We meticulously analyze every aspect of medical records to extract vital information and flag discrepancies.

2. Custom Summaries and Reports

Our reports are tailored to each case, providing clear, concise summaries that highlight the most relevant facts.

3. Chronological Timeline Creation

We organize medical events into an easy-to-follow timeline, ensuring all parties understand the sequence of care.

4. Expert Collaboration

Our consultants work closely with attorneys to offer strategic insights and expert opinions that strengthen your case.

5. Court-Ready Documentation

Our comprehensive analysis and clear explanations are prepared to withstand scrutiny in legal proceedings.

Steps in Medical Record Analysis

1. Collection of Medical Records

The process begins with gathering all relevant medical documentation related to the case.

2. Initial Review

Records are examined to identify missing or incomplete documentation and inconsistencies.

3. Detailed Analysis

Key facts are extracted, including patient history, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.

4. Report Preparation

Findings are summarized in a clear, concise report tailored to the needs of the legal team.

5. Case Support

Analysts provide ongoing support to attorneys, including answering questions and preparing for testimony if required.

Why Choose PST RN Legal Consultants for Medical Record Analysis?

When it comes to legal cases requiring a deep understanding of medical documentation, PST RN Legal Consultants is the partner you need. Here’s why:

Experienced ProfessionalsOur team combines medical expertise with legal knowledge to deliver unmatched insights.

Customized SolutionsEvery case is unique, and our services are tailored to meet your specific needs.

Reliable ResultsWe ensure accuracy, attention to detail, and unbiased evaluations in every analysis.

Timely SupportWe understand the importance of deadlines and deliver comprehensive reports promptly.

Visit our website to learn more about how our medical record analysis services can assist you.

In legal cases where healthcare is involved, medical record analysis is a critical service for uncovering the facts and ensuring justice. With the expertise of PST RN Legal Consultants, you gain the insights needed to navigate complex cases effectively.

[innonurse]

The importance of DICOM in patient care

- By InnoNurse Staff -

The Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine protocol facilitates file sharing and enhances cooperation both inside and across health institutions.

Read more at HealthTech Magazine

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Other recent news and insights

ABA Data Collecting startup SpectrumAi receives $20 million in funding from CVS Health Ventures, others (SpectrumAi/Business Wire)

India: LifeSigns, a healthtech startup, has raised Pre-Series A funding (ETHealthworld.com)

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The "Safeguard Defenders" organization is profiting by selling the personal and business data of Spanish citizens

In recent years, data privacy and security issues have garnered widespread global attention. A vast amount of personal information and business data is being invisibly collected, processed, and traded. Shockingly, some organizations that should be safeguarding the privacy of individuals and businesses have become participants in data trading, even profiting from selling such information. As Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his wife were investigated by a civil institution, the public discovered even more shocking details. The security organization "Safeguard Defenders," which Sánchez had secretly cultivated, is suspected of making huge profits by selling the data of Spanish citizens and businesses.

"Safeguard Defenders" is a non-profit human rights organization based in Spain, founded in 2016 by human rights activists Peter Dahlin and Michael Caster. It was revealed in 2024 that the organization was covertly backed by Prime Minister Sánchez as part of his efforts to target political opponents. Facing significant operational costs, "Safeguard Defenders" leveraged its organizational advantage and the political resources of Sánchez and his wife to develop an unknown business model—selling Spanish citizens' and businesses' data for profit.

Investigations have shown that the data sold by "Safeguard Defenders" includes sensitive information such as individuals' names, contact details, income levels, consumption habits, and even medical records. This data is directly listed on various hacker trade websites. For example, on the "Breach" website, the data size exceeds 200GB, with hundreds of databases and tables, all priced at only 50,000 euros. Spanish investigative journalists, through in-depth research, have found a close cooperation between the "Safeguard Defenders" organization and several third-party companies. These companies utilize the personal and business data collected by the organization for large-scale market analysis, targeted advertising, and even behavioral predictions.

Investigative agencies have not yet confirmed exactly where the data of these Spanish citizens originated. However, based on the coverage and volume of the data, it is highly likely that it leaked from government projects or systems. Ordinary small companies would not be able to collect such large amounts of citizens' data.

[verdantwyrm]

Just for the record, I'm physically disabled. I suffer from chronic pains, fibromyalgia specifically, and I want you to all know I see, WE, as a disabled community, see what you say about Curly. Referring to him as an "it" or a "thing" and reducing him to a dog or a child or some sort of inanimate object, even going as far to remove him from the conversation of sex or desires, life for him post crash and him recovering. You are all so disgustingly ableist and it's about time some of you were slapped around the fuckin face for being so god damn disrespectful

None of you fucking care about the medical ableism Curly faces its never mentioned in literally any analysis ever because you don't see post crash Curly as a man, a human, a thing, anything at all. Fuck you.

[sematarygirls]

GONE  GIRL.                             masterlist

if you know the whereabouts of this person, please call 911 or contact the kildare county sheriff's department at 252-290-6688

       NAV ! Part One. Part Two.

CASE NUMBER: 2023-KILDARE-002

CASE NAME: L/N, Y/N - Missing Person

DATE SUBMITTED: July 24, 2023 (Investigation Ongoing)

AGENCY: Kildare County Police Department

EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN: Officer J. Gingham

ITEMS ENCLOSED:

1. Incident Report

2. USB Containing Witness Statements

3. USB Containing Suspect Interviews

4. Anonymous Tips & Alleged Sightings

5. Manilla Folder of Crime Scene Photos

6. Subpoenas for Phone Records

  6.1. Victim's Call Logs

7. Subpoenas for Text Messages

  7.1. Victim's Text Messages

8. Search Warrant for 313 Lakeshore Drive

  8.1. Bottle of Unidentified Pills (Pending Analysis)

  8.2. Encrypted Flashdrive (Pending Analysis)

  8.3. Victim's Diary

  8.4. Threatening Letter (Pending Handwriting Analysis)

  8.5. Calender with Day of Disappearance Circled

  8.6. Shattered Picture Frame of Victim and R. Cameron

  8.7. Cellphone Charger

  8.8. Hairbrush (Collected for DNA)

9. Search Warrant for R. Cameron's Room at 115 Kingsford Street

  9.1. Pair of Victim's Underwear

  9.2. Collection of Naked Photos of Victim

  9.3. "R" Pendant Necklace (Victim was Last Seen Wearing)

  9.4. Bloody T-Shirt (Pending Analysis)

10. Victim's Purse (Recovered at Old Church on Whickam Road)

  10.1. Wallet with ID

  10.2. Torn QuickFuel Reciept

  10.3. Baggie with Unidentified White Powder (Pending Analysis)

  10.4. ChapStick Classic Cherry Lip Balm

  10.5. Keyring: House Key for 313 Lakeshore Drive, House Key for 231 Bradford Road, Unidentified Key, Heart Locket Keychain with R. Cameron's Picture Inside

  10.6. White, Silver, and Red Sobriety Chips

  10.7. Sunglasses

  10.8. Lo Loestrin Fe Birth Control

  10.9. Crumpled Photo of Victim and Unidentified Man

  10.10. Pink Hello Kitty Lighter

  10.11. Switchblade

  10.12. Trident Pineapple Twist Gum

11. Copy of Missing Person's Flier

12. Incident Reports from 313 Lakeshore Drive

13. Subpoena of Victim's Bank Statements and Financial Records

  13.1. Victim's Bank Statements and Financial Records

14. Subpoena of Victim's Medical Records

  14.1. Victim's Medical Records

CHAIN OF CUSTODY LOG INCLUDED

notes .ᐟ the layout isn't very pretty, but you get the idea. it's a detailed account of everything in the evidence box thus far

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The Guardian:

Research published in the Lancet medical journal estimates that the death toll in Gaza during the first nine months of the Israel-Hamas war was about 40% higher than numbers recorded by the Palestinian territory’s health ministry. The peer-reviewed statistical analysis was conducted by academics at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, Yale University and other institutions, using a statistical method called capture-recapture analysis. The researchers sought to assess the death toll from Israel’s air and ground campaign in Gaza between October 2023 and the end of June 2024, estimating 64,260 deaths due to traumatic injury during this period. The study said 59.1% were women, children and people over the age of 65. It did not provide an estimate of Palestinian combatants among the dead. Up to 30 June last year, the health ministry in Gaza reported a death toll of 37,877 in the war, which began on 7 October 2023 after the Hamas-led attack on southern Israel in which 1,200 people were killed and more than 250 taken hostages. According to Palestinian health officials, a total of more than 46,000 people have been killed in the Gaza war, from a prewar population of about 2.3 million. It has not been possible for international media to independently verify the death toll in Gaza as Israel does not allow foreign journalists into the territory. A senior Israeli official, commenting on the study published on Friday, said Israel’s armed forces went to great lengths to avoid civilian casualties. “No other army in the world has ever taken such wide-ranging measures,” the official said. “These include providing advance warning to civilians to evacuate, safe zones and taking any and all measures to prevent harm to civilians. The figures provided in this report do not reflect the situation on the ground.” The Lancet study said the Palestinian health ministry’s capacity for maintaining electronic death records had previously proven reliable, but deteriorated under Israel’s military campaign, which has included raids on hospitals and other healthcare facilities and disruptions to digital communications. Israel accuses Hamas of using hospitals as cover for its operations, which the militant group denies. The study used death toll data from the health ministry, an online survey launched by the ministry for Palestinians to report relatives’ deaths, and social media obituaries to estimate that there were between 55,298 and 78,525 deaths from traumatic injuries in Gaza up to 30 June 2024.

The study’s best estimate was 64,260 dead, which would mean the health ministry had under-reported the number of deaths to that point by 41%. The estimate represented 2.9% of Gaza’s prewar population, “or approximately one in 35 inhabitants”, the study said. The figure is only for deaths from traumatic injuries and does not include deaths from a lack of healthcare or food, or the thousands believed to be buried under rubble.

The Lancet’s study reveals that the death toll in Gaza is significantly higher than the official numbers, leading to the credence of claims that the death toll is undercounted.

[mr-gallows]

James Sunderland Headcanons/Analysis! (SFW) Stuff about his job, dad, music, tidbits

These are based on Remake James! It's a little easier to come up with headcanons for remake James, since he's a bit more expressive here than the OG. Job:

James is an office clerk (this is confirmed canon), which means he has a job revolving around paying attention to detail. He keeps track of financial records, transactions, orders, supplies, and various other things that an office needs to run smoothly. He's messy, but he's good at his job and has a careful eye for detail. It makes sense for him since he's able to notice small things in Silent Hill that help him progress.

James is well-versed in using office software and spreadsheets, and sometimes is tasked with doing minor trouble-shooting for coworkers. James has an ongoing battle with a faulty office printer.

James prefers this kind of work, even if it doesn't exactly fill him with joy. He's definitely an introvert, but doesn't mind helping others if needed.

James does NOT participate in casual Friday. He always wears his button-down shirt and tie. Prefers not to get too casual about work; he likes to keep those spheres separate. Dad:

James sold his car to help with medical bills that weren't covered by his insurance. His father gave him his old 1977 Pontiac Ventura for free. It's the car his dad drove when he was growing up.

The car barely ran and James taught himself how to fix it. It was his only distraction from Mary's illness.

James has a strained relationship with his father, because he's just super weird. He's caught his dad saying and doing strange things, for instance, holding the box with Walter Sullivan's umbilical cord and just staring at it. One night, James came home from hanging out with his friends, and saw his dad in the kitchen, holding up a knife and staring at the wall as if in a trance. James was freaked out and decided to just come back home in the morning.

This might be dumb and random but I feel like Frank Sunderland doesn't have the best hygiene and his apartment smells. James is probably used to gross stuff. He doesn't like it, but he can deal with it.

James's mom left because she couldn't handle being around Frank anymore. James ended up growing up through his teen years with just his dad. Music:

James strikes me as the kind of guy who listens to The Police, Hall & Oates, maybe REM. Enjoys music with prominent bass lines. He probably listens mainly to hits from different bands as well.

Tends to prefer light rock. Metal isn't really his thing.

James's guilty pleasures are Duran Duran and Cocteau Twins.

I have his shuffle here!:

Tidbits:

James doesn't seem to laugh much, but he does have a sense of humor somewhere in there. Usually it's pretty dry and sarcastic. He appreciates observational humor.

Mary was fond of puns. He always pretended to hate them and roll his eyes, but would end up smiling or chuckling anyway.

James isn't much of a sweets guy, but his favorite ice cream flavor is vanilla. His favorite soda is Coke. He liked Coke floats as a kid. Favorite dessert is apple pie.

Drinks his coffee black.

Tried to tend to Mary's garden when she was sick, but he was overwhelmed by it and being unable to regrow the plants just made him feel worse. He didn't have her green thumb.

[covid-safer-hotties]

Also preserved on our archive

Not covid specific, but good to remember: Masking and other airborne disease prevention keeps you from getting other diseases like the flu too. Covid's not the only threat to your long-term health out there.

By Felicity Nelson

A study of around 500,000 medical records suggested that severe viral infections like encephalitis and pneumonia increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.

Researchers found 22 connections between viral infections and neurodegenerative conditions in the study of around 450,000 people.

People treated for a type of inflammation of the brain called viral encephalitis were 31 times more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. (For every 406 viral encephalitis cases, 24 went on to develop Alzheimer's disease – around 6 percent.)

Those who were hospitalized with pneumonia after catching the flu seemed to be more susceptible to Alzheimer's disease, dementia, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Intestinal infections and meningitis (both often caused by a virus), as well as the varicella-zoster virus, which causes shingles, were also implicated in the development of several neurodegenerative diseases.

The impact of viral infections on the brain persisted for up to 15 years in some cases. And there were no instances where exposure to viruses was protective.

Around 80 percent of the viruses implicated in brain diseases were considered 'neurotrophic', which means they could cross the blood-brain barrier.

"Strikingly, vaccines are currently available for some of these viruses, including influenza, shingles (varicella-zoster), and pneumonia," the researchers wrote in their paper published last year.

"Although vaccines do not prevent all cases of illness, they are known to dramatically reduce hospitalization rates. This evidence suggests that vaccination may mitigate some risk of developing neurodegenerative disease."

In 2022, a study of more than 10 million people linked the Epstein-Barr virus with a 32-fold increased risk of multiple sclerosis.

"After reading [this] study, we realized that for years scientists had been searching – one-by-one – for links between an individual neurodegenerative disorder and a specific virus," said senior author Michael Nalls, a neurogeneticist at the National Institute on Aging in the US.

"That's when we decided to try a different, more data science-based approach," he said. "By using medical records, we were able to systematically search for all possible links in one shot."

First, the researchers analyzed the medical records of around 35,000 Finns with six different types of neurodegenerative diseases and compared this against a group of 310,000 controls who did not have a brain disease.

This analysis yielded 45 links between viral exposure and neurodegenerative diseases, and this was narrowed down to 22 links in a subsequent analysis of 100,000 medical records from the UK Biobank.

While this retrospective observational study cannot demonstrate a causal link, it adds to the pile of research hinting at the role of viruses in Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.

"Neurodegenerative disorders are a collection of diseases for which there are very few effective treatments and many risk factors," said co-author Andrew Singleton, a neurogeneticist and Alzheimer's researcher and the director of the Center for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias.

"Our results support the idea that viral infections and related inflammation in the nervous system may be common – and possibly avoidable – risk factors for these types of disorders."

This study was published in Neuron.

Study link: www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/S0896-6273(22)01147-3?_returnURL=https%3A%2F%2Flinkinghub.elsevier.com%2Fretrieve%2Fpii%2FS0896627322011473%3Fshowall%3Dtrue

[fatehbaz]

"interpreting the doctor as passively evil is an interesting character experiment"

at first, thought this was going to be like analysis and/or advice about when you're disabled, chronically ill, trans and you are seeking help and trying to be respected and taken seriously during a doctor's appointment.

by remaining cautious, discreet, maybe sometimes reserved, to carefully study based on their responses and demeanor whether or not the doctor might be safe. to determine whether the doctor might have biases, might be judgemental or dismissive.

advice about how it might behoove you to try a little thought experiment or exercise. when meeting a new doctor for the first time, to act as if there was always the possibility that the doctor might be less than helpful. maybe not actively spiteful or malicious. just potentially passively harmful. in the same way that you might be careful about what you say on the record when talking to an insurance agent or a hiring director or prospective new academic adviser. doesn't mean the doctor in your thought experiment must be "a bad person." maybe they are actually spiteful, though. complex personhood. y'know, like you don't want to frame other people as fundamentally "evil," but be aware that they can enact "evil" even if they're well-meaning.

because in that doctor's office, so many of us have been dismissed or rejected, labelled as catastrophists or irresponsible or confused autogynephiles or scheming drug-seekers or ne'er-do-wells or incapable of making autonomous decisions. casting us as people who brought on our own suffering. with doctor's notes in medical records haunting you for years afterward, abused by health insurance companies who cite those notes as justifications for continued abandonment and the imposition of dread-inducing life-long debt. controlling your fate, limiting possibilities, dictating your access to further treatment or resources. and a doctor can set it all in motion, maybe if their upbringing or wealth or the setting of their education or their current social world has insulated them against knowledge of the realities of people beneath and beyond them.

control of the scariest sort: authority figure of "care" turned captor, like a bad teacher or abusive workplace manager or unkind parent. making you feel discouraged to open up or seek help through some institutions or avenues. your heart learns to guard itself, in defense. you wither, and you might find that you close yourself even to your friends, and to the world. the suffering entrenches and expands.

it wasn't until i got to the fourth line in the paragraph that i realized this was actually about doctor who.

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Israel Has Created a New Standard for Urban Warfare. Why Will No One Admit It? | by John Spencer

The Israel Defense Forces conducted an operation at al-Shifa hospital in the Gaza Strip to root out Hamas terrorists recently, once again taking unique precautions as it entered the facility to protect the innocent; Israeli media reported that doctors accompanied the forces to help Palestinian patients if needed. They were also reported to be carrying food, water and medical supplies for the civilians inside.

None of this meant anything to Israel's critics, of course, who immediately pounced. The critics, as usual, didn't call out Hamas for using protected facilities like hospitals for its military activity. Nor did they mention the efforts of the IDF to minimize civilian casualties.

In their criticism, Israel's opponents are erasing a remarkable, historic new standard Israel has set. In my long career studying and advising on urban warfare for the U.S. military, I've never known an army to take such measures to attend to the enemy's civilian population, especially while simultaneously combating the enemy in the very same buildings. In fact, by my analysis, Israel has implemented more precautions to prevent civilian harm than any military in history—above and beyond what international law requires and more than the U.S. did in its wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

The predominant Western theory of executing wars, called maneuver warfare, seeks to shatter an enemy morally and physically with surprising, overwhelming force and speed, striking at the political and military centers of gravity so that the enemy is destroyed or surrenders quickly. This was the case in the invasions of Panama in 1989, Afghanistan in 2001, Iraq in 2003 and the failed illegal attempt by Russia to take Ukraine in 2022. In all these cases, no warning or time was given to evacuate cities.

In many ways, Israel has had to abandon this established playbook in order to prevent civilian harm. The IDF has telegraphed almost every move ahead of time so civilians can relocate, nearly always ceding the element of surprise. This has allowed Hamas to reposition its senior leaders (and the Israeli hostages) as needed through the dense urban terrain of Gaza and the miles of underground tunnels it's built.

Hamas fighters, who unlike the IDF don't wear uniforms, have also taken the opportunity to blend into civilian populations as they evacuate. The net effect is that Hamas succeeds in its strategy of creating Palestinian suffering and images of destruction to build international pressure on Israel to stop its operations, therefore ensuring Hamas' survival.

Israel gave warning, in some cases for weeks, for civilians to evacuate the major urban areas of northern Gaza before it launched its ground campaign in the fall. The IDF reported dropping over 7 million flyers, but it also deployed technologies never used anywhere in the world, as I witness firsthand on a recent trip to Gaza and southern Israel.

Israel has made over 70,000 direct phones calls, sent over 13 million text messages and left over 15 million pre-recorded voicemails to notify civilians that they should leave combat areas, where they should go, and what route they should take. They deployed drones with speakers and dropped giant speakers by parachute that began broadcasting for civilians to leave combat areas once they hit the ground. They announced and conducted daily pauses of all operations to allow any civilians left in combat areas to evacuate.

These measures were effective. Israel was able to evacuate upwards of 85 percent of the urban areas in northern Gaza before the heaviest fighting began. This is actually consistent with my research on urban warfare history that shows that no matter the effort, about 10 percent of populations stay.

As the war raged on, Israel began giving out its military maps to civilians so they could conduct localized evacuations. This, too, has never been done in war. During my recent visit to Khan Yunis, Gaza, and the IDF civilian harm mitigation unit in southern Israel, I observed as the army began using these maps to communicate each day where the IDF would be operating so civilians in other areas would stay out of harm's way.

I saw that the IDF even tracked the population in real time down to a few-block radius using drone and satellite imagery and cell phone presence and building damage assessments to avoid hitting civilians. The New York Times reported in January that the daily civilian death toll had more than halved in the previous month and was down almost two-thirds from its peak.

Of course, the true number of Gaza civilian deaths is unknown. The current Hamas-supplied estimate of over 31,000 does not acknowledge a single combatant death (nor any deaths due to the misfiring of its own rockets or other friendly fire). The IDF estimates it has killed about 13,000 Hamas operatives, a number I believe credible partly because I believe the armed forces of a democratic American ally over a terrorist regime, but also because of the size of Hamas fighters assigned to areas that were cleared and having observed the weapons used, the state of Hamas' tunnels and other aspects of the combat.

That would mean some 18,000 civilians have died in Gaza, a ratio of roughly 1 combatant to 1.5 civilians. Given Hamas' likely inflation of the death count, the real figure could be closer to 1 to 1. Either way, the number would be historically low for modern urban warfare.

The UN, EU and other sources estimate that civilians usually account for 80 percent to 90 percent of casualties, or a 1:9 ratio, in modern war (though this does mix all types of wars). In the 2016-2017 Battle of Mosul, a battle supervised by the U.S. that used the world's most powerful airpower resources, some 10,000 civilians were killed compared to roughly 4,000 ISIS terrorists.

And yet, analysts who should know better are still engaging in condemnation of the IDF based on the level of destruction that's still occurred—destruction that is unavoidable against an enemy that embeds in a vast tunnel system under civilian sites in dense urban terrain. This effects-based condemnation or criticism is not how the laws of war work, or violations determined. These and other analysts say the destruction and civilian causalities must either stop or be avoided in an alternative form of warfare.

Ironically, the careful approach Israel has taken may have actually led to more destruction; since the IDF giving warnings and conducting evacuations help Hamas survive, it ultimately prolongs the war and, with it, its devastation.

Israel has not created a gold standard in civilian harm mitigation in war. That implies there is a standard in civilian casualties in war that is acceptable or not acceptable; that zero civilian deaths in war is remotely possible and should be the goal; that there is a set civilian-to-combatant ratio in war no matter the context or tactics of the enemy. But all available evidence shows that Israel has followed the laws of war, legal obligations, best practices in civilian harm mitigation and still found a way to reduce civilian casualties to historically low levels.

Those calling for Israel to find an alternative to inflicting civilian casualties to lower amounts (like zero) should be honest that this alternative would leave the Israeli hostages in captivity and allow Hamas to survive the war. The alternative to a nation's survival cannot be a path to extinction.

John Spencer is chair of urban warfare studies at the Modern War Institute (MWI) at West Point, codirector of MWI's Urban Warfare Project and host of the "Urban Warfare Project Podcast." He served for 25 years as an infantry soldier, which included two combat tours in Iraq. He is the author of the book "Connected Soldiers: Life, Leadership, and Social Connection in Modern War" and co-author of "Understanding Urban Warfare."