Latest news with #CCDR
Euronews
04-08-2025
- Health
- Euronews
High levels of 'bad ozone' in northern Portugal trigger health alert
This Sunday, the concentration of ozone in the atmosphere exceeded the public safety threshold in the northern region of Portugal. This gas is dangerous to the health of vulnerable individuals. The warning was issued by the North Regional Coordination and Development Commission (CCDR) on 3 August. According to a statement sent to the Lusa news agency, the concentration of ozone was 186 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³) at the Burgães station in Santo Tirso. The threshold for informing the population is 180 µg/m³, and the alert threshold is 240 µg/m³. This is tropospheric ozone, or ozone that concentrates near the Earth's surface, also known as bad ozone. What is 'bad ozone' and who is most at risk? Unlike the ozone layer, (stratospheric ozone, also known as good ozone which protects the planet from harmful ultraviolet rays) when close to the Earth's surface, this gas becomes an atmospheric pollutant that is dangerous to human health. The CCDR says that during periods when concentrations are high, the most sensitive people (children, the elderly, asthmatics, and people with respiratory problems) should avoid inhaling a large amount of polluted air, especially during the hottest period of the day (in the afternoon). These vulnerable groups should seek medical assistance if they experience symptoms of exposure to pollution. They are also advised to reduce physical activity outdoors and smokers should reduce the number of cigarettes they smoke. Where does 'bad ozone' come from? The press release states that this is a secondary pollutant whose origin is difficult to determine. This means it is "not emitted directly by any source but is formed through photochemical reactions between pollutants such as carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOC), in the presence of solar radiation". It also says that the highest values of this pollutant occur in summer, during the afternoon, coinciding with maximum photochemical activity. This concentration of ozone coincides with a period of high temperatures in Portugal, which has led the authorities to declare a state of alert until Thursday. The north is particularly affected. This is also where the largest active fires are located.
The Advertiser
16-05-2025
- Health
- The Advertiser
Guns, grit and Geneva: nurse's path to global spotlight
From avoiding gun-slinging drug dealers to receiving international recognition for her contribution to the health sector, Kate Holliday's nursing journey began in Australia but has landed her on a world stage. In the same week as her industry contemporaries celebrated International Nurses Day, the registered nurse of over 20 years, speaking from her base in Switzerland, recalls cutting her teeth as a community caregiver at a Cincinnati rehab centre. "It was quite dangerous… I spent a lot of time under my desk, because there would often be drug dealers in the carpark carrying guns," she told AAP. She left her home nation and founded the Centre for Community-Driven Research (CCDR) in 2012, and remains the chief nurse based in Geneva. The not-for-profit telehealth and research organisation provides care to patients in Australia, Lebanon and Sudan, while collecting data on their experiences and expectations of the health system, to help shape policy. "We've tested and validated this for the first time to see exactly what can a nurse do in a virtual context … we've got protocols and guidelines around that now which just didn't exist before," she said. "It can't be just somebody sitting in an office making a decision. You've got to really listen to what the struggles of patients are, and then address those needs". Dr Holliday is one of 10 finalists nominated for the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award, recognising care, education and innovation. The winner gets $386,000. "The biggest impact will always be when I'm one on one with a patient, and we can get them the diagnosis that they may have been searching for for years". Anyone can organise a telehealth consultation with a CCDR nurse, or can participate in a 'personal experience, expectations and knowledge' study, where Holliday has built one of the world's largest patient experience repositories. Health and disease agencies have used some of the findings to sharpen their rollout of new care services for Australians. Her Aster Guardian nomination follows CCDR conducting more than 2000 patient interviews about healthcare experiences. "Nursing in its purest form, is being able to care for people that perhaps not many people care about, making sure their lives are valued," Dr Holliday said. If named the award winner, Dr Holliday would use the prize money to fund training for retired and non-clinical nurses in telehealth processes and broaden her centre's data collection strategies. International Nurses Day was on Monday and the winner of the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award will be announced on May 26. From avoiding gun-slinging drug dealers to receiving international recognition for her contribution to the health sector, Kate Holliday's nursing journey began in Australia but has landed her on a world stage. In the same week as her industry contemporaries celebrated International Nurses Day, the registered nurse of over 20 years, speaking from her base in Switzerland, recalls cutting her teeth as a community caregiver at a Cincinnati rehab centre. "It was quite dangerous… I spent a lot of time under my desk, because there would often be drug dealers in the carpark carrying guns," she told AAP. She left her home nation and founded the Centre for Community-Driven Research (CCDR) in 2012, and remains the chief nurse based in Geneva. The not-for-profit telehealth and research organisation provides care to patients in Australia, Lebanon and Sudan, while collecting data on their experiences and expectations of the health system, to help shape policy. "We've tested and validated this for the first time to see exactly what can a nurse do in a virtual context … we've got protocols and guidelines around that now which just didn't exist before," she said. "It can't be just somebody sitting in an office making a decision. You've got to really listen to what the struggles of patients are, and then address those needs". Dr Holliday is one of 10 finalists nominated for the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award, recognising care, education and innovation. The winner gets $386,000. "The biggest impact will always be when I'm one on one with a patient, and we can get them the diagnosis that they may have been searching for for years". Anyone can organise a telehealth consultation with a CCDR nurse, or can participate in a 'personal experience, expectations and knowledge' study, where Holliday has built one of the world's largest patient experience repositories. Health and disease agencies have used some of the findings to sharpen their rollout of new care services for Australians. Her Aster Guardian nomination follows CCDR conducting more than 2000 patient interviews about healthcare experiences. "Nursing in its purest form, is being able to care for people that perhaps not many people care about, making sure their lives are valued," Dr Holliday said. If named the award winner, Dr Holliday would use the prize money to fund training for retired and non-clinical nurses in telehealth processes and broaden her centre's data collection strategies. International Nurses Day was on Monday and the winner of the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award will be announced on May 26. From avoiding gun-slinging drug dealers to receiving international recognition for her contribution to the health sector, Kate Holliday's nursing journey began in Australia but has landed her on a world stage. In the same week as her industry contemporaries celebrated International Nurses Day, the registered nurse of over 20 years, speaking from her base in Switzerland, recalls cutting her teeth as a community caregiver at a Cincinnati rehab centre. "It was quite dangerous… I spent a lot of time under my desk, because there would often be drug dealers in the carpark carrying guns," she told AAP. She left her home nation and founded the Centre for Community-Driven Research (CCDR) in 2012, and remains the chief nurse based in Geneva. The not-for-profit telehealth and research organisation provides care to patients in Australia, Lebanon and Sudan, while collecting data on their experiences and expectations of the health system, to help shape policy. "We've tested and validated this for the first time to see exactly what can a nurse do in a virtual context … we've got protocols and guidelines around that now which just didn't exist before," she said. "It can't be just somebody sitting in an office making a decision. You've got to really listen to what the struggles of patients are, and then address those needs". Dr Holliday is one of 10 finalists nominated for the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award, recognising care, education and innovation. The winner gets $386,000. "The biggest impact will always be when I'm one on one with a patient, and we can get them the diagnosis that they may have been searching for for years". Anyone can organise a telehealth consultation with a CCDR nurse, or can participate in a 'personal experience, expectations and knowledge' study, where Holliday has built one of the world's largest patient experience repositories. Health and disease agencies have used some of the findings to sharpen their rollout of new care services for Australians. Her Aster Guardian nomination follows CCDR conducting more than 2000 patient interviews about healthcare experiences. "Nursing in its purest form, is being able to care for people that perhaps not many people care about, making sure their lives are valued," Dr Holliday said. If named the award winner, Dr Holliday would use the prize money to fund training for retired and non-clinical nurses in telehealth processes and broaden her centre's data collection strategies. International Nurses Day was on Monday and the winner of the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award will be announced on May 26. From avoiding gun-slinging drug dealers to receiving international recognition for her contribution to the health sector, Kate Holliday's nursing journey began in Australia but has landed her on a world stage. In the same week as her industry contemporaries celebrated International Nurses Day, the registered nurse of over 20 years, speaking from her base in Switzerland, recalls cutting her teeth as a community caregiver at a Cincinnati rehab centre. "It was quite dangerous… I spent a lot of time under my desk, because there would often be drug dealers in the carpark carrying guns," she told AAP. She left her home nation and founded the Centre for Community-Driven Research (CCDR) in 2012, and remains the chief nurse based in Geneva. The not-for-profit telehealth and research organisation provides care to patients in Australia, Lebanon and Sudan, while collecting data on their experiences and expectations of the health system, to help shape policy. "We've tested and validated this for the first time to see exactly what can a nurse do in a virtual context … we've got protocols and guidelines around that now which just didn't exist before," she said. "It can't be just somebody sitting in an office making a decision. You've got to really listen to what the struggles of patients are, and then address those needs". Dr Holliday is one of 10 finalists nominated for the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award, recognising care, education and innovation. The winner gets $386,000. "The biggest impact will always be when I'm one on one with a patient, and we can get them the diagnosis that they may have been searching for for years". Anyone can organise a telehealth consultation with a CCDR nurse, or can participate in a 'personal experience, expectations and knowledge' study, where Holliday has built one of the world's largest patient experience repositories. Health and disease agencies have used some of the findings to sharpen their rollout of new care services for Australians. Her Aster Guardian nomination follows CCDR conducting more than 2000 patient interviews about healthcare experiences. "Nursing in its purest form, is being able to care for people that perhaps not many people care about, making sure their lives are valued," Dr Holliday said. If named the award winner, Dr Holliday would use the prize money to fund training for retired and non-clinical nurses in telehealth processes and broaden her centre's data collection strategies. International Nurses Day was on Monday and the winner of the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award will be announced on May 26.
Perth Now
16-05-2025
- Health
- Perth Now
Guns, grit and Geneva: nurse's path to global spotlight
From avoiding gun-slinging drug dealers to receiving international recognition for her contribution to the health sector, Kate Holliday's nursing journey began in Australia but has landed her on a world stage. In the same week as her industry contemporaries celebrated International Nurses Day, the registered nurse of over 20 years, speaking from her base in Switzerland, recalls cutting her teeth as a community caregiver at a Cincinnati rehab centre. "It was quite dangerous… I spent a lot of time under my desk, because there would often be drug dealers in the carpark carrying guns," she told AAP. She left her home nation and founded the Centre for Community-Driven Research (CCDR) in 2012, and remains the chief nurse based in Geneva. The not-for-profit telehealth and research organisation provides care to patients in Australia, Lebanon and Sudan, while collecting data on their experiences and expectations of the health system, to help shape policy. "We've tested and validated this for the first time to see exactly what can a nurse do in a virtual context … we've got protocols and guidelines around that now which just didn't exist before," she said. "It can't be just somebody sitting in an office making a decision. You've got to really listen to what the struggles of patients are, and then address those needs". Dr Holliday is one of 10 finalists nominated for the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award, recognising care, education and innovation. The winner gets $386,000. "The biggest impact will always be when I'm one on one with a patient, and we can get them the diagnosis that they may have been searching for for years". Anyone can organise a telehealth consultation with a CCDR nurse, or can participate in a 'personal experience, expectations and knowledge' study, where Holliday has built one of the world's largest patient experience repositories. Health and disease agencies have used some of the findings to sharpen their rollout of new care services for Australians. Her Aster Guardian nomination follows CCDR conducting more than 2000 patient interviews about healthcare experiences. "Nursing in its purest form, is being able to care for people that perhaps not many people care about, making sure their lives are valued," Dr Holliday said. If named the award winner, Dr Holliday would use the prize money to fund training for retired and non-clinical nurses in telehealth processes and broaden her centre's data collection strategies. International Nurses Day was on Monday and the winner of the Aster Guardian Global Nursing Award will be announced on May 26.
