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Transparency in Healthcare: How Consumers Are Taking Control of Their Medical Information

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These procedures are designed to reduce fraud and the improper exchange of sensitive health information, but such barriers can also limit patient access. Consumers aren’t the only ones looking to take control of their health information.

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Nurses Writing Patient Education Materials

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Clear, concise information is essential. Patients usually learn and retain information better if they understand the why and how as well. An increase in “good fats” known as omega-3 fatty acids should be consumed while limiting trans fatty acids. Never consume raw fish (i.e A good source of omega-3 is found in fish.

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2023: A Year in Review!  

Nurses Advocates

The lack of consumer involvement is the missing link keeping leaders from addressing the issues impacting the healthcare system. The consumers’ voice needs to be vital for all stakeholders who make up the healthcare system to hear it loud and clear. It is free and will contain a wealth of information to help you.

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Lived Experience Examined

Josephine Ensign

They matter in terms of informing better programs and policies. David is the current co-chair of the National Health Care for the Homeless Council’s National Consumer Advisory Board (NCAB). Representation and visibility matter.

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Why we should stop celebrities from promoting anything that has medical implications

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The problem with celebrities promoting medical products is that they often lack the necessary medical expertise to give informed advice. Moreover, their influence can be so strong that it can mislead consumers into making uninformed decisions about their health. In the worst-case scenario, some products may even be life-threatening.

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Wearables and Healthcare: Keeping Your Patients in the Know

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Individuals may choose to disclose this information to their healthcare provider, but it’s mostly for their own personal use. According to research from Business Insider Intelligence, more than 80% of consumers are willing to wear fitness technology. Use caution when uploading information to the cloud.

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How to get started with Email Marketing: Choose an ESP

Nurse Practitioners in Business

It lets you stay in touch with the people on your list, educating them about health and keeping them informed about your practice. One reason for this is the big elephant in the room… HIPAA , even though we’re talking about marketing emails that don’t contain personal health information (PHI) per se.

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