Obesity had been a global pandemic long before COVID came around. The rate of global obesity tripled in size over the last 50 years. Studies show that roughly 35% to 40% of Americans are obese. But when you attempt to talk to someone about their obesity, they usually get defensive and shy away from the …
Americans are always looking for a quick fix to their problems, such as swallowing one pill per day to lose weight. Wouldn’t it be nice if life was that easy? The Camden Coalition was supposed to be the quick fix for helping people with frequent health issues and hospital readmissions. Since readmissions are expensive for …
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Metrics are a valuable way for healthcare providers to measure the value of the care they provide to their patients. All healthcare providers should continuously seek better quality metrics for their practices. They need tools capable of pinpointing the effectiveness, safety, and equity of their treatments and care. The results of your metrics will give …
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Many people don’t go to the doctor because they don’t have any transportation to get there. In fact, at least four million Americans neglect their health and wellness due to no access to transportation. Low-income senior citizens make up the biggest percentage of these people. Primary Medical Care Center encounters many patients who have trouble …
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The Best Ways to Encourage Older Patients to Eat Better Foods Many people vow to eat better and lose weight to improve their quality of life. Unfortunately, most people fail to live up to those vows. They might go to the gym and eat vegetables for a week before returning to their unhealthy lifestyle. It …
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