How Markham Stouffville Hospital Developed Their Hospital-To-Home Program
The transition from hospital to home can be a challenging time for patients and their families. Many patients require ongoing care and support after they leave the hospital, and it can be difficult to navigate the healthcare system and find the resources they need. In response to these challenges, Markham Stouffville Hospital in Ontario, Canada, […]
What Shutting Down Amazon’s National Care Delivery Service Means About Its Health Care Ambition
In late June 2021, Amazon announced that it would be shutting down its national care delivery service, Amazon Care. This move came as a surprise to many, as the tech giant had been making significant inroads into the healthcare industry in recent years. The shutdown of Amazon Care raises questions about the company’s ambitions in […]
New Sauna Accelerates Health and Fitness Benefits
Infrared sauna manufacturer Luxsauna has announced a new distribution deal with Hi-Q Fitness for the rights to promote its latest product, the FitBomb far infrared fitness sauna. LuxSauna has been an innovator of the use of infrared sauna technology in the health and fitness business since 2004. The company has been a market leader as well; […]
Transforming Health Research on the High Plains
Ned Norman is a rancher. Maret Felzien is an English professor. And conventional wisdom says neither is likely to help healthcare research become more meaningful to patients and caregivers. But Norman and Felzien, and their rural community in eastern Colorado, are doing just that through the High Plains Research Network (HPRN), a partnership of rural hospitals, clinics […]
Post-Acute Resources for Hospital Discharge Planners
Post-acute care is a critical part of the healthcare continuum, providing necessary care for patients who require additional rehabilitation or support after an acute hospital stay. Discharge planners play a vital role in helping patients transition from hospital to post-acute care settings. However, navigating the various options and resources for post-acute care can be complex […]
Care at Home or in the Doctor’s Office — Seniors Have Options
Medicare’s annual enrollment period (October 15 – December 7) is an important time of year during which Medicare beneficiaries can review their current coverage and evaluate whether they want to remain with their current plan or switch to a new one that is a better fit for their health care needs. If you are interested […]
Self-care on Your Schedule with Mental Wellness App
The challenges of the past two years have raised global stress to unprecedented levels, illuminating the importance of prioritizing mental health. The National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness month — a time to raise awareness and mobilize efforts to support mental health. This […]
Self-care on Your Schedule with Mental Health App
The challenges of the past two years have raised global stress to unprecedented levels, illuminating the importance of prioritizing mental health. The National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness month — a time to raise awareness and mobilize efforts to support mental health.This year, […]
Students’ Mental Health Must Figure in Plans to Restart Classes
As officials across the nation grapple with how best to open schools, one thing too often overlooked is students’ mental health. Awareness of the pressures on our children is the first step towards helping them heal and preparing them to learn.The coronavirus has left many kids feeling lonely and isolated. Research on the effect of […]
What Would You Have to Give Up to Pay for An Unexpected Hospital Visit?
We may all be one stomach bug away from an unexpected hospital visit. Accidents and illnesses can occur without warning, wreaking havoc on finances and negatively impacting everyday life, even with health insurance. While many people have major medical insurance, rarely do they prepare for the additional financial impact of out-of-pocket costs even a short […]