By KEN TERRY (This is the fourth in a series of excerpts from Terry’s new book, Physician-Led Healthcare Reform: a New Approach to Medicare for All, published by the American Association for Physician Leadership.) Many other countries’ healthcare systems outperform ours for one simple reason: They place a much greater emphasis on primary care, which… Read More: Why Primary Care Should Run the Healthcare System »
When and how often you should get your hearing checked depends on several factors. Do you suspect you have hearing loss? Or do you already have documented hearing loss? Your age and job occupation are other big factors. Testing vs. screening for hearing loss Testing is conducted when you, a loved one, or your healthcare provider suspect you… Read More: How often should I get my hearing tested? »
As Health Data Management wraps up 27 years of reporting on the healthcare information technology industry today, it gives me a chance to pause and reflect, and to look hopefully toward the future for the industry. Much has been accomplished. I recall an early HIMSS conference at which an exhibit featured a one terabyte database… Read More: What should lie ahead for healthcare IT in the next… »
Many breast cancer risk factors are well researched and late start of menopause, early 1st menstrual period, and a family breast cancer history are linked to an increased risk of breast cancer. There are non-modifiable breast cancer risk factors like age at first and last menstrual period or family history. Researchers wanted to determine the… Read More: What You Should Know About Breast Cancer [INFOGRAPHIC] »