ER patients are down nearly 50% since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Of course, morbidity and mortality have increased accordingly.
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Women’s Health HRAs and the Conditions You Market
In our ongoing quest to identify the needs of clients, Medicom Health takes time to constantly explore new HRA developments. In 2019, a common theme shared by clients was a need for a tool to touch on “women’s health.”
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Rethink Pink
Fall is almost here and so is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but that doesn’t mean healthcare systems are relegated to the same-old “Think Pink” promotions of years past. Now is the time to consider marketing to the average woman coming in for first-time mammograms.
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Increasing Men’s Health Awareness (and Office Visits)
We often hear that men are less likely than women to visit the doctor for regular check-ups and screenings. This June, Men’s Health Month and Men’s Health Week (June 10-16) are great occasions to give the men in your community the extra nudge to get in the door and get screened.
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‘Tis the Season for Weight Management: They’re Listening – What Are You Saying?
Hitting the gym. Tracking nutrition. Getting in their Stand minutes on their Apple Watch. ‘Tis the season of resolutions, after all.
As a health system, how do you monetize these healthy efforts? The nature of our business these days is less about acute conditions and more about population health and chronic disease management. We are living longer and want to be healthy enough to enjoy our later years.
Health Awareness Month:
Beware of Holiday Decoration Injuries
Did you know that last year alone, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported 14,700 injuries related to the holidays? The report also cited the most frequent incidents as falls (41%), lacerations (10%), and back strains (5%).
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Holidays and Anxiety
With the holidays upon us, most people find themselves excited to spend quality time with family and friends. For others, though, this time of year can trigger high levels of stress and anxiety. Anxiety disorders affect more than 40 million adults in the United States, and the additional pressure that comes with holidays can add to the challenges one is already dealing with on a daily basis.
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Let the Pink Fly!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. It is known that getting mammograms regularly can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer.
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Weight management is a popular topic for healthcare consumers, especially in the summer. We can help you meet them wherever they are in their journey. Our 2 flavors of weight-related HRAs can help both those looking for lifestyle options, or those seeking a clinical bariatric solution.
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Breathe Easier with a Lung Cancer HRA
When does your system generally talk to consumers about lung cancer and smoking cessation? It’s a challenging topic. How can you market without offending? Inspire without demotivating?
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