Patient Navigation in Joint Replacement and Spine Care
Patient navigation is a patient-centric care coordination model that helps patients navigate the complex health care system, including accessing appropriate care and managing their care journey. Patient navigation is particularly useful for patients undergoing joint replacement and spine care, which are complex and often involve multiple providers and settings. Patient navigation programs for joint replacement […]
Planning Considerations for Women’s Heart Investment
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death among women worldwide, accounting for one-third of all female deaths. However, women’s heart health is often overlooked, with research and treatment traditionally focused on male patients. As a result, there is a need for investment and strategic planning in women’s heart health programs. In this article, […]
Enjoy Spa Treatments Without Spa Prices
As the recession strains pocket books, little luxuries are falling by the wayside. Americans are brewing coffee at home, learning to cook, making do with last season’s jeans and foregoing days at the spa treatment. But Americans don’t have to give up small self-indulgences or the stress-relief that they provide. Many high-end spa treatments can […]
Hands-Only CPR Can Save Someone You Love
Each year, June 1-7 is designated as CPR and AED Awareness Week. This year, the significance is especially striking. As most Americans continue to spend more of their time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the odds of cardiac arrests in a home setting are likely to increase, according to the American Heart Association.Each year, […]
Women: Not Every Infection Is A Yeast Infection
Yeast infections are a source of discomfort for many women, but sometimes the symptoms of yeast infections are a sign of something more serious. Potentially severe vaginal infections with symptoms similar to those of a yeast infection include bacterial vaginosis, a condition caused by abnormal bacterial growth in the vagina; and trichomoniasis, a parasitic infection. […]
Fitness Has a New Focus During Medicare Open Enrollment Time
Regular exercise is an important part of healthy aging. That’s why many Medicare plans offer affordable exercise programs among their benefits. Today, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, a flexible fitness option is more essential than ever in helping seniors stay fit, strong, and healthy.To help seniors meet their exercise needs, the Silver&Fit program […]
Cancer Program Development Grids
Cancer program development grids are tools used to assess and improve the quality of cancer care services provided by healthcare organizations. These grids provide a framework for the evaluation of the cancer program’s performance across various domains, including patient outcomes, resource utilization, clinical quality, patient experience, and financial viability. Cancer program development grids are particularly […]
How Service Line Leaders Should Envision The Future Of Health Care
The future of health care is rapidly evolving, and service line leaders must be prepared to envision and adapt to these changes. With the emergence of new technologies, shifting patient demographics, and changing reimbursement models, it is crucial for leaders to stay ahead of the curve and anticipate the needs and expectations of patients, clinicians, […]
Secure Future Health With Stem Cell Storage
Do you wish you could preserve your younger, healthier stem cells to help heal you in case of tragic accidents, diseases or conditions later in life? One company with revolutionary technology has made it not only possible but also affordable to invest in your future health by turning your fat into stem cells. American CryoStem […]
3 Opportunities And Obstacles For Digital Health In Advancing VBC
Value-based care (VBC) is a healthcare delivery model that aims to improve patient outcomes while reducing costs. Digital health technologies have the potential to play a significant role in advancing VBC by improving care coordination, increasing patient engagement, and reducing administrative burdens. However, there are also obstacles to the adoption and implementation of digital health […]