If you’re interested in a healthcare career, but aren’t sure which type of setting to go into, there are plenty of options available. Healthcare careers can be found in many different settings, including hospitals, clinics, and doctor’s offices. While every type of job within the field is rewarding in its own way, some may be […]
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The Affordable Care Act (ACA)
The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, provides millions of working and middle class Americans with the security of knowing they won’t go broke if they get sick or injured. And it puts an end to insurance company abuses that used to leave Americans with fewer choices, higher premiums, and less coverage. The ACA […]
What Are Health Services?
Health services are the care, treatment and support that people receive from medical professionals. These include doctors and nurses, clinics and hospitals. They also include a variety of other support services, such as diet and nutrition experts, laboratory tests and portable X-ray machines. People can also get help for a range of medical conditions from […]
What Does it Take to Be a Doctor?
A doctor is a medical professional who has the skills and knowledge to diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries in patients. They also work to prevent diseases and promote healthy living. A doctor can be found working in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospitals, clinics, and specialty health care centers. Doctors may specialize […]
Design Features for a Hospital Patient Room
Whether you’re a patient or a loved one who has to stay at the hospital, a patient room needs to be comfortable and calming for patients, functional for caregivers and visitors, and fully supportive of the staff’s work. With the right design features, this can be achieved. Hospital rooms can be private or semi-private, and […]
What Is a Doctor Association?
Doctor associations are national or international organizations that represent physicians and/or medical students. They promote and protect the art and science of medicine, the improvement of health and the public welfare. They are also responsible for establishing ethical guidelines for the world’s doctors. A doctor association’s mission is to advance the health of people in […]
Michigan Medical Center Alpena Receives 5-Out-of-5 CMS Rating
The Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) updated its ratings last week, giving the northeast Michigan hospital a 5-out-of-5 star rating. It also received a 4-out-of-5 patient survey rating. The ratings are based on five categories, including safety of care, effectiveness of care, timeliness of care, readmission rates and patient experience. MyMichigan Medical […]
How Hospitals Are Transforming Hospital Food
The hospital/care home environment is one of the few settings where undernutrition is a significant problem. That’s because people are under stress, unable to cook, and are often ill. It’s a combination of circumstances that, combined with low food budgets and the need to focus on patients’ health, can lead to substandard meals. But with […]
Choosing Affordable Health Insurance – Choosing a Plan
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or Obamacare), most non-grandfathered individual and small-group major medical insurance plans are required to cover essential health benefits — including mental health, substance use disorder, pediatric services, prenatal and newborn care and habilitative and rehabilitative devices and services. However, specific coverage varies by state and plan type. For example, […]
Understanding Medical Terminology
Medical is the field of study that encompasses all aspects of human health, disease and wellness. It includes a broad range of disciplines from the study of the body to the study of society’s impact on physical and mental health. Medical terminology is the lingua franca of the field, and it’s essential for healthcare professionals […]