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; […]
Hospital Capital Financing, Explained
Hospital capital financing refers to the funding of a hospital’s capital investments such as building new facilities, purchasing equipment, and other major capital expenditures. Hospitals require significant capital investment to ensure they have the right facilities, equipment, and technology to provide high-quality care to patients. Capital financing can come from various sources, including internal sources, […]
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 […]
A Pregnant Doctor Checked Into The Hospital To Give Birth Then, She Delivered Someone Else’s Baby
The arrival of a newborn is often considered one of life’s most beautiful moments, a joyous occasion for both parents and medical staff. However, for one doctor who checked into the hospital to give birth, the experience turned into a confusing and unexpected situation. She ended up delivering someone else’s baby. The doctor in question, […]
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 […]