Red Whale Primary Care Pod Do physical activity monitors actually help us get moving?
Feb 14, 2025
Dive into the tech that might just get us moving! The discussion spans the evolving role of wearables and health apps in promoting physical activity. There's a spotlight on continuous glucose monitoring and its surprising uses beyond diabetes. With a mix of personal stories and clinical insights, the balance between modern technology and traditional lifestyles is explored. Plus, find out how digital health tools can potentially ease GP visits and enhance patient wellness.
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CRB65 Aids Pneumonia Assessment
- Acute cough and pneumonia often overlap within respiratory tract infections, complicating diagnosis in primary care.
- Using the CRB65 score aids in risk stratification and deciding on hospitalization and antibiotic use.
Assess Pneumonia Severity Face-to-Face
- Face-to-face assessment is essential for suspected pneumonia due to severity and risk.
- Use objective measures like oxygen saturation and clinical scoring to decide hospital admission remotely.
Pneumonia Recovery Timeline
- Recovery from pneumonia can be prolonged; symptoms like cough and breathlessness improve significantly by six weeks.
- Fatigue may persist up to three months, with most people returning to normal by six months.