Highway to Health – Season 2
As healthcare systems face increasing challenges—ranging from provider shortages to rising costs—the adoption of virtual care is accelerating. Acute care settings, in particular, have benefited from virtual care innovations, which have reshaped how hospitals deliver critical services. A recent study highlights that telemedicine improves chronic condition management, decreases hospital admissions, and boosts patient outcomes,…
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Improving Healthcare Access Through Nontraditional Benefits and Discount Plans
Healthcare costs are rising steadily, while insurance benefits struggle to offer sufficient coverage, driving demand for practical solutions like nontraditional benefits and discount plans. As premiums rise and coverage limits remain stagnant, many individuals and employers seek alternative ways to manage costs and improve healthcare access. With chronic conditions on the rise, the stakes…
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Fighting for Fair Healthcare Access Means Overcoming Certain Challenges
With healthcare costs continuing to climb, and the access to quality care remaining uneven, discussions on healthcare reform are quite an essential topic. Millions of Americans face high out-of-pocket costs and limited access to critical health services. According to a 2022 Gallup poll, nearly 40 percent of Americans have delayed medical care due to…
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Personalized Solutions Through Data Are the Future of Aligning Healthcare Staff Needs with Patient Outcomes
The healthcare industry faces unprecedented challenges, with workforce shortages pushing hospital labor costs to over 60% of total expenses. This strain is compounded by rising burnout rates among healthcare providers, particularly nurses. A recent AMN Healthcare survey revealed that nurses are prioritizing well-being and flexibility in 2024, underscoring the urgent need for personalized solutions…
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Resilience and Overcoming Challenges is a Goal to Aim For
Conversations around mental resilience and maintaining a positive mindset are increasingly relevant today. With rising levels of stress and burnout in both personal and professional spaces, many people are searching for ways to reframe challenges as opportunities. One study showed that 75 percent of employees reported feeling overwhelmed or burned out at work, underscoring…
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Navigating Clinician Burnout and Nursing Shortages with Dr. Megan Carter
Clinician burnout and nursing shortages have reached critical levels, threatening the stability of healthcare systems nationwide. With projections indicating that Texas will be second in the nation for registered nurse (RN) shortages by 2030, the pressure on healthcare providers is intensifying. According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, around 100,000 registered…
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Demystifying Self-Funded Benefits Can Forge a New Path for Employers
Healthcare costs are skyrocketing in the U.S., placing significant pressure on both businesses and individuals. With health insurance premiums on the rise, businesses are searching for innovative solutions to manage these escalating expenses. As traditional fully-insured models become less sustainable, more employers are turning to self-funded benefits as a way to take control of…