How you can help the homeless at home
Health psychology experts have said that homeless people are at higher risk of depression and anxiety than other residents of Australia’s major cities.But the findings may not be entirely accurate.Dr Anna Wood, who is a psychologist with the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, said it was possible that...
Health care costs soar, but payouts are not nearly as big as people think
Health care workers across the U.S. are scrambling to make up for a health care crisis that has left tens of millions of Americans without health insurance and left many millions more vulnerable to medical bills.Some workers are still waiting for their health insurance benefits to arrive, while others...
How to Get the Most Out of the Hibernating Health Care System
Health care systems are under attack by technology, and it’s time to think outside the box.Read more article What is health equity?Health equity is a concept that says that we can all benefit from being healthier.By equipping every person in the world with the right technology to do their...
How to make sure you have the right medical insurance coverage
With the number of women needing care for cervical cancer steadily increasing, there are a number of different options for women who want to access this vital service.But what should you expect from your healthcare provider if you need help?Al Jazeera’s Alina Arshad reports from Florida....
Obama to propose new health insurance marketplaces to replace ACA
President Barack Obama is planning to propose a new marketplaces for Americans who don’t have health insurance but want to enroll in a new health plan under the Affordable Care Act, according to a White House official.In a conference call with reporters Tuesday, the official said Obama will announce...
Apple Health app on Android is free to download, but a new beta isn’t available until December 23
Apple Health is a free, ad-supported health app for Android devices.The beta version was released on December 15th and is now available to download from Google Play for $0.99.This beta version has some problems, but overall it’s a great way to get started with Apple Health.The app is free,...
New Jersey passes law mandating insurance coverage for holistic health care
New Jersey has passed a law mandoring that health insurance coverage must cover a range of holistic therapies and treatments.The bill, SB 1313, was introduced Tuesday by state Assemblyman Eric T. McAllister Jr., D-Union, who said the state needs to make health care more affordable.He said he introduced the...
DENVER HEALTH’S HEALTH COUNCIL MEETING: WHO’S WHO, WHAT IS HAPPENING, WHAT ARE THEY TRYING TO DO
DENVER — A meeting between Denver Health’s leadership and health care professionals, a national public health summit and the United Nations has been set for Thursday at the Colorado Convention Center.Denver Health has called the meeting to discuss what happened to the patients at the two hospitals and their...
Which is better for your health? Health care proxy or community health choice?
Home health aide is the health care choice that allows you to get access to community health care services, including medical appointments, treatment, dental care, and more.But it’s also an alternative for people who don’t have the same level of financial or family resources to provide care.Home health aides...
Why you should stop worrying about flu and start worrying about your food
In February, a group of people in New Zealand decided to start a campaign against flu, with a Facebook campaign titled #Food for the Cure.The hashtag #FoodForTheCure is an internet meme that encourages people to share their experiences of flu with their friends and family.On Twitter, the hashtag was...