How Main Line Health Created A Psychological First Aid Team
Main Line Health is a non-profit health system based in the suburbs of Philadelphia. The health system includes four acute care hospitals, a rehabilitation hospital, a home care division, and a network of outpatient centers and physician practices. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Main Line Health created a psychological first aid team to help […]
9 Brutally Honest Quotes From Health Systems And Tech Vendors On Partnering With Each Other
“Partnering with health systems can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it provides us with access to a vast patient population and valuable data. On the other hand, navigating the bureaucratic and slow-moving nature of these organizations can be frustrating and hinder innovation.” – Tech Vendor “Tech vendors often promise us the moon and […]
Everything You Need To Know About Medicare, In 13 Minutes
Medicare is a federal health insurance program that was created in 1965 to provide health coverage for people over 65 years old and those with certain disabilities. It is funded by taxes and premiums paid by beneficiaries. There are four parts of Medicare: Part A: Hospital Insurance – covers inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing facility […]
Are You Using Cold and Flu Medicine Correctly?
It seems pretty simple -; you cough, you take some cough medicine. But even over-the counter drugs can cause serious side effects, so it’s important to select your medication carefully and read all labels thoroughly. Here are some tips to keep in mind when seeking relief for cold and flu symptoms: Make sure not to […]
Health Trend to Watch in 2023 – Personalized Medicine
When scientists first read the entire genetic code of a human being in 2003, the monumental achievement promised a new era in medicine. What diseases we get, and how we respond to drugs, depends in large part on our own individual genes. Knowing our own genetic code, therefore, makes it possible to design specific treatments […]
4 Reasons Remote Second Opinions Are Important In Cancer Care
Remote second opinions are becoming increasingly important in cancer care, especially in the era of COVID-19. A remote second opinion is when a patient’s medical records are sent to a specialist in a different location, who provides an opinion on the patient’s diagnosis and treatment plan without seeing the patient in person. Here are four […]
Abortion Restrictions Will Disproportionately Impact Certain Groups—Here’s How
Abortion is a contentious issue in many parts of the world. While some people believe that women have the right to choose whether or not to have an abortion, others believe that abortion should be restricted or banned altogether. In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards restricting access to abortion in many […]
Facts about Sudden Cardiac Arrest Could Help Save a Life
This February, American Heart Month, you can learn critical information about sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) that could help you save a life. Three key things to remember: 1. SCA is not a heart attack: SCA is an “electrical” problem affecting the heart rhythm, and a heart attack is a “plumbing” problem affecting blood flow. It’s […]
Mental Health Patients Reap Benefits of Psychoanalysis
According to recent research, psychoanalytic therapies achieve lasting results by exploring underlying causes of one’s mental health issues. This deeper exploration gets to the root of a person’s symptoms and sets psychoanalysis apart from more superficial therapies that only treat symptoms. By looking closely at each person’s life, psychoanalytic therapies help one feel more understood […]
Breakthrough Medical Technologies Save Millions of Lives
Sponsored News – Millions of people are living longer and in better health, thanks to major advances in medical technology that have produced new high-quality, cost-effective therapies. Half a century ago, a pacemaker used to treat cardiac arrhythmias was the size of a hockey puck. Today, it’s smaller than a AAA battery. Since 1980, medical […]