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What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Mike Carlin, who leads the CPR & AED training division of AED Superstore, the largest reseller of AEDs and associated service in the world joins eHealth Radio and the Heart Health, Emergency Care & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Mike Carlin discuss the following:We constantly hear about cholesterol, blood pressure, heart attacks, is Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) common and is it something the general public should be concerned about?What exactly is the difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest?How does one know if someone is suffering from sudden cardiac arrest and what do we do? Does one call 911 and just wait?So I give someone CPR and try to use an AED but the person doesn’t make it. Am I responsible? Can I be sued for trying to help?Are AEDs expensive and what kind of responsibility are we talking here? Do I just buy it and hang it on the wall?
Mike Carlin has been in the Fire/EMS field since 1996. He started as a junior firefighter and progressed through the ranks to Firefighter/Paramedic. In 1999 he became an American Heart Association and American Health and Safety CPR/AED Instructor. Mike continues to provide this service to the community and travels around the country for AED Superstore as an instructor as well. In 2013, Mike ended his career in EMS and joined AED Superstore where he is currently the Training Coordinator. Unable to stay away from the adrenaline rush of emergency response, he continues to give back to his community as a Lieutenant on his local fire department.
Hockey rules the Carlin household! Mike coaches, all three kids play, and his lovely wife is their biggest fan! Hockey does not leave much time for many additional activities, but in the limited spare time he does have, Mike likes to fish, snowmobile, boat, camp, and enjoy the company of family and friends around a nice campfire.

Website: www.aedsuperstore.com
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Digital Health Insights with Mike Feibus

Mike Feibus, President and Principal Analyst of FeibusTech, a recognized expert in connected health and fitness, smart home, connected car, privacy and security joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Mike Feibus discuss the following:
You’ve been a recognized expert on the connected technology landscape, deeply entrenched in the hardware trends. What brought you into healthcare?It seems as though the healthcare industry has been talking about the challenges of electronic health records for quite a while now. What are you seeing?What are you most excited about as the HC industry evolves?What do you think will make that possible?What are your top predictions for the future of innovation in healthcare over the next several years?
Duration: 14:31
Industry influencer Mike Feibus is the voice of FeibusTech. He is a well-recognized and oft-quoted expert on connected health and fitness, smart home, connected car, privacy and security. Feibus is also a regular technology columnist for USA TODAY and Fortune.
FeibusTech has been providing an unparalleled blend of technical depth, market insight and business savvy to the IoT, wearables and mobile client markets and technologies for more than 15 years.
Feibus earned a MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Stanford, CA, and a BA in Economics from Tufts University, Medford, MA.

Website: www.feibustech.com

PARA’KITO, An All-Essential Oil Way To Stay Protected From Mosquitoes

Patrick Goguillon, Associate Partner & C.E.O for PARA’KITO USA Corp, an all essential-oil, line of mosquito repellents joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel. PARA’KITO products come in refillable pellet wristbands and clips, and a liquid roll-on gel form.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Patrick Goguillon discuss the following:What is PARA’KITO and how long have you been a company?What does “all-essential oils based” products mean? And why is this an important element?Can you share a little more about mosquito season? How long does it last? What areas are hit hardest?What do you think consumers like most about PARA’KITO?Given all the concern around the Zika virus, are there any other good tips or best practices you can share for protecting yourself or your home from mosquitoes?
Duration: 10:30
Patrick Goguillon is an Associate Partner & C.E.O. for PARA’KITO USA Corp. As C.E.O. of PARA’KITO USA Corp., Patrick Goguillon leads strategy and execution for the United States division of PARA’KITO Worldwide. With more than 20 years of multicultural experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Goguillon and his team have been able to build a successful market presence and generate profitability in highly competitive U.S. markets.
Prior to becoming the leader of PARA’KITO USA Corp., Goguillon held executive leadership roles at several companies including serving as President and C.E.O. at Alasko Foods Inc. and President at DS Waters.
Patrick graduated from the Harvard Business School with a degree in Strategic Marketing Management.

Website: www.parakito.com
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Taking charge of your medical records

Beth Tofel, President of FootprintID that helps individuals manage and maintain the health and medical records of themselves and their family members joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care and Technology Channels.
With FootprintID you have “always” access to your information.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Beth Tofel discuss the following:Was there something in particular that inspired you to found FootprintID?Who can benefit the most from having their medical records at their fingertips?How does one benefit from having always access to their medical information and that of their family or loved ones?What is the biggest challenge for people in managing their health information?How can having your records assist in proper diagnosis and treatment?
Summary: Make sure you always have access to Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, Power of Attorneys. They are often not with you when crisis strikes and some of the most important documents. They can assure that a person’s wishes are carried out, that a doctor has permission to speak with the parents of a college student, and that the proper individuals are called upon to make decisions.
Duration: 12:48
FootprintID® puts your health information at your fingertips. Store and manage all of your medical records in one secure, easy-to-use online portal – and access them 24/7 from your phone, tablet or computer. FootprintID® also lets you share vital health information with family, caregivers, physicians and emergency responders, and coordinate your medical history across providers.
Multitasking is a way of life for today’s parents. They are responsible for managing their careers and households as well as their family’s hectic schedules – not to mention their health and well being.  When it comes to healthcare, parents often struggle to keep track of their children’s medications, allergies and immunizations. They worry about a college-bound daughter managing her chronic health condition, or a son having a health emergency while they’re away on business. And they make countless calls to the pediatrician’s office to request copies of their children’s vaccination records.
Growing older tends to come with growing health concerns. You may be visiting multiple doctors and pharmacies. Coping with a chronic condition. Or assuming the role of caregiver for a parent or spouse. If you’re like many seniors, keeping track of medications, test results, procedures, and contact information can be overwhelming.
Organizing paper records is challenging and you rarely carry them with you. In an emergency, instant access to your health records can literally be a lifesaver.
Take you and your families health into your hands – learn more at www.footprintid.com.

Website: www.footprintid.com
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Understanding Clinical Effectiveness with Dr. Denise Basow

Dr. Denise Basow, the President & CEO of Clinical Effectiveness for Wolters Kluwer Health, a fast-growing and innovation-driven healthcare information technology (HIT) provider working on the front lines of clinical care at institutions in over 180 countries joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Denise Basow discuss the following:Can you tell us about the concept of Clinical Effectiveness?What is the scope of Clinical Effectiveness? Is it relevant only for doctors? How can Clinical Effectiveness improve the quality of care while reducing costs? How does it impact patients and how they experience healthcare? What kinds of technology is being used to deliver Clinical Effectiveness?
Duration: 11:51
Dr. Denise Basow is President & CEO, Clinical Effectiveness for Wolters Kluwer Health, a fast-growing and innovation-driven healthcare information technology (HIT) provider working on the front lines of clinical care at institutions in over 180 countries. Industry-leading solutions from Clinical Effectiveness include UpToDate and a suite of Clinical Drug Information offerings, featuring Lexicomp, Medi-Span, and Facts & Comparisons applications.
Before she was named President & CEO, Dr. Basow served as Vice President & General Manager, Clinical Decision Support.  Under her guidance, UpToDate grew to become a global leader in clinical decision support, with a customer base of more than 1.1 million users around the world. As a primary care physician who joined UpToDate in 1996, Dr. Basow has also held the positions of Deputy Editor, Executive Editor and Editor-in-Chief.
Dr. Basow is board-certified in Internal Medicine. She received a BA in Chemistry from Duke University, attended Baylor College of Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Johns Hopkins.

Website: www.wolterskluwer.com/health
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Twitter: @wkhealth

Revolutionizing postpartum care one mama at a time

Jill Bigelow, Founder of PELV-ICE that makes the very first complete pelvic supports with ice/heat for mamas-to-be and postpartum recovery joins eHealth Radio and the Female Health, Health Care & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jill Bigelow discuss the following: How did you get the idea for PELV-ICE and more specifically Mama Strut?Since invesnting it 4 years ago, has your journey to commercialization been a straight line or have you zigged and zagged along the way? What is your marketing strategy to reach both domestic and global markets?  Where do you see the brand Mama Strut in 5 years? Do you have other products that you are working on?
Duration: 6:23
The visionary behind the Mama Strut is Jill Bigelow, a serial entrepreneur, finance professional, USC MBA (2007) and mom of three – ages 7, 4 and 1.  After giving birth to her second child in 2011, she was frustrated that her hospital's solution for her pelvic discomfort was ice in a rubber glove, gauze underwear and pain medication. After scouring both the medical and maternity markets, Bigelow was surprised to discover there was no singular product that truly addressed all her physical ailments as a new mom.
Inspired by other braces for soft-tissue injuries, the idea for the Mama Strut was born. In August 2011, Bigelow applied for a patent and turned to innovation incubators, tech contests and clinical trials with multiple departments at USC, including AIM Incubator, Greif Center, Marshall, Viterbi's MEPC Innovation Incubator and the Alfred Mann Institute. Through USC's tremendous support, she was able to bring her vision to fruition and perfect her product. In 2013, her prototype was classified by the FDA and in 2014, she celebrated the launch of her company PELV-ICE™ and its first product of many, the Mama Strut™.
Bigelow resides in Los Angeles with her husband and three children and became a Mama Strut user in February 2015 after the birth of her third child.

Website: www.mamastrut.com
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Keeping Seniors Safe from Illegal Online Pharmacies and Counterfeit Medicines

Libby Baney, Executive Director of the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies, an international non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the safety of consumers online again joins eHealth Radio and the Pharmaceutical & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Libby Baney discuss the following: What is the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies? 
Why is the focus of your new campaign seniors and their caregivers?Can you give us some examples of what kinds of costs seniors are looking at?How prevalent are illegal online pharmacies?What are the risks associated with buying prescription drugs from illegal online pharmacies?How do people stay safe when shopping for medicines online?Earlier you mentioned to verify, if one is buying from a secure website to look to the right of the dot, what kind of protocol does a seller have to go through to own one of these kinds of websites for example a cvs.pharmacy?
Duration: 9:56
Libby Baney is the Founder and Executive Director of the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP Global), an international non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C.  In this capacity, Libby leads ASOP operations, shapes public policy, and advocates for increased international attention to the issue of illegal online drug sellers. Libby began working on Internet pharmacy issues in 2009 when she helped to launch a loose coalition, which grew into ASOP Global.
A lawyer by training and health advocate by nature, Libby is a prolific speaker and writer, regularly engaging with diverse audiences on issues at the intersection of Internet technology and healthcare. She leads strategic workshops and speaks on these issues worldwide; writes policy documents; and interacts with international corporate leaders and policymakers.
Libby’s work spans multiple continents, which has been covered by local, national and international media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Politico, Roll Call, The Hill, The Los Angeles Times, USA Today, The Washington Times, The Indianapolis Star, Inside Health Policy, Pharmacy Today, ABC News, CNN, and C-SPAN.
In addition to her work for ASOP, Libby is a Senior Director at FaegreBD Consulting and Counsel with Faegre Baker Daniels LLP where she works on Internet policy, intellectual property rights, pharmacy, telemedicine/telehealth, and pharmaceutical supply chain matters.

Websites: www.safeonlinerx.com | www.XtheRisk.pharmacy
Follow on Twitter: @safeonlinerx

Mawi DNA Technologies – Biosampling Reinvented™

Jerome David, Vice President of sales and marketing for Mawi DNA Technologies, LLC, of Hayward, California, which developed and commercialized the iSWAB technology, an innovative system for collection of biosamples from animals and humans to provide a robust DNA yield with low bacterial DNA content joins eHealth Radio and the Heath News and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jerome David discuss the following:When did Mawi DNA Technologies launch and why is the company different from other DNA collection companies?Describe the iSWAB kit and how it works.What audiences are you targeting with your DNA technology?Provide a typical scenario where your product works better than others.Tell us about the new Omega Bio-tek collaboration and why it is important.Is the product used only in the US, or are you available in other countries?
Duration: 10:32
Jerome David, Vice President, leads all sales and marketing activities for Mawi DNA Technologies, LLC and has over 25 years of sales, marketing, and business development experience in the life sciences industry. He has successfully driven the growth of several start-up organizations that resulted in acquisitions or successful joint ventures.
Mr. David has also served in leadership positions at industry leading organizations such as GE Healthcare, Becton Dickinson, and Bio-Rad. He obtained his BS in Biochemistry and Cell Biology from the University of California, San Diego and his Executive MBA from San Diego State University.

Website: www.mawidna.com
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Twitter: @MauiDNA
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Mobile workforce management for the medical industry

Marne Martin, CEO of ServicePower Technologies which provides mobile workforce management software solutions for the field based services joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Marne Martin discuss the following:What is mobile workforce management?How does MWFM apply to the medical industry?How does IoT and M2M come into play in healthcare?How do you think mobility in ServiceScheduling can help with the increasing costs of healthcare?Is mobile health an important area for Service Power?How can these solution enable patients to feel more involved in their own care?
Duration: 11:14
ServicePower provides connected mobile workforce management software solutions that bring together the customer and the dispatch center, technician, claims and warranty processes, parts, the third party service contractors, assets, mobility, business intelligence, and social collaboration. ServicePower connects all aspects of the field service value chain through the use of innovative technology that accelerates business efficiency gains and customer satisfaction while reducing costs. ServicePower is uniquely positioned to offer connected workforce management solutions on one underlying and consistent platform
ServicePower’s platform focuses on solving fundamental field service problems, with patented routing optimization, 3rd party dispatch and warranty claim payments, cross-platform mobile technology and asset tracking software, robust business intelligence, M2M Connected Services, and our latest innovations, Optimization on DemandTM and NEXUS FSTM Field Service Management software. 
Our intelligent, integrated technology provides:
•    Intelligent, automated scheduling of the best labor resource, whether that’s an employee in a company truck or a 3rd party contractor, with Smart Scheduling Broker, to achieve corporate metrics, meet customer requirements and enhance the overall experience.
•    Optimized employee schedules to achieve the greatest levels of productivity, efficiency and SLA compliance.
•    Fully mobilized onsite processes, ensuring the job is completed, to the customer’s satisfaction, in a single truck roll, driving down schedule costs and repeat trips.
•    M2M connected services and conditional scheduling, to take advantage of emerging IoT technologies.
•    End-to-end field service management (business management) functionality, in the cloud, bringing efficiency and automation to the field service market, no matter the size of the enterprise
•    Continuous analysis and fine tuning of the overall operation through access to real time operational data, and data driven decision making
ServicePower’s mobile workforce management software provides proven business benefits which improve the customer experience and yield measurable ROI, as well as:
•    Increase  field productivity
•    Increase field efficiency
•    Cost savings through improved line-of-sight and fraud control

Websites: www.servicepower.com | www.nexus-fs.com
Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ServicePowerPlc
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/servicepower
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/servicepower
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Growing Problem of Myopia among Kids and Its Impact and Treatment options

Dr. Max Parikh, Chief Surgeon at Nvision La Jolla/San Diego joins eHealth Radio and the Eye Health & Health News Channels. Dr. Parikh specializes in Lasik and cataract surgery; which is the most effective treatment for the elimination or reduction of myopia.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Dr. Max Parikh discuss the following:What is Myopia?What is the problem with being Myopia—can’t you do lasik to treat?How prevalent is the problem of myopia now and projected to be in the future?Why are so many people getting myopia?Are there any treatment options to slow down or reverse the myopia in childhood?
Dr. Parikh has been a board-certified ophthalmologist for more than 9 years and has performed more than 12,000 LASIK procedures, including many for NFL players on the San Diego Chargers. He was one of the first west coast surgeons trained in custom Wavefront treatment technology. He also specializes in LASIK, PRK, LASEK, cataracts, intraocular lenses, custom LASIK, intrastromal corneal rings (Intacs), and CK.
Dr. Parikh graduated cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Irvine. He received his M.D. from the University of Michigan Medical School.  He did his residency at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary/Mount Sinai and then returned to the west coast for his cornea and refractive surgery fellowship.
In his spare time, Dr. Parikh teaches principles of ophthalmology and refractive surgery to fellow doctors and surgeons.  But when he is not doing that, he spends time with his family in the great outdoors of Southern California.
Dr. Parikh practices at NVISION's La Jolla and San Diego location.

Websites: www.nvisioncenters.com | www.max.vision
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maximizeyourvision
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