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On November 16, 2020
Following directions: two words we associate with success. And yet 50 percent of Americans don’t follow directions when taking medication.1 Share this with those in your care to keep them safe and avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and potentially death.
On November 10, 2020
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Heart attack risk increases quickly after a flu-like illness, while stroke risk rises slower, according to new research.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19, American Heart Association
On November 10, 2020
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. People with poor heart health have worse perceptions of their patient-doctor relationship, according to a new study that also found overall cardiovascular health is worsening in the U.S.
Patient Education, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Patient Experience
On November 5, 2020
In our competitive health care landscape, physicians are pressed to form coordinated, high-value partnerships with health care organizations to align payment models, care delivery practices, and functioning capabilities. True physician alignment has never been more important as referral leakage costs American hospital systems more than $150 billion a year,1 coupled with the financial impact and constrained patient volumes related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Healthcare Providers, Patient Acquisition, Healthcare Marketing
On November 4, 2020
What do we need to know about the accelerated COVID vaccine timeline, and how can physicians help the spread of accurate information? WebMD Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Whyte speaks with American Medical Association (AMA) President Dr. Susan Bailey.
Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19, Healthcare Marketing
On November 4, 2020
If you have recovered from COVID-19, you may be able to donate blood plasma. This is a procedure like donating blood. The procedure is done to collect antibodies that fight the virus SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19. The antibodies can then be given to people who are very sick. This may help them fight the illness.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19
On November 4, 2020
By now, everyone knows COVID-19 is a pandemic, but do you know what makes it different from an epidemic? WebMD Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Whyte explains.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19, Healthcare Marketing
On November 4, 2020
WebMD Chief Medical Officer Dr. John Whyte speaks with Tim Tebow about the power of taking your setbacks and turning them into setups for better outcomes.
Healthy Lifestyle, Behavior Change, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19, Healthcare Marketing
On November 4, 2020
A recent Medscape survey found there were high levels of loneliness, stress, and burnout in physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation and relationship stress add to the problem.
On October 23, 2020
Your organization is the first line of defense in educating patients and reassuring parents about vaccinations. Share this with your patients, members, and communities to encourage vaccine acceptance.
Patient Engagement, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, Medication Adherence
On October 15, 2020
Flu season happens every year in the U.S. in the fall and winter. COVID-19 has similar symptoms. How do you know if someone has the flu or COVID-19? What are the differences between these 2 illnesses? Can you get both at the same time? See how they compare below.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19
On October 2, 2020
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Share this post with patients and those you care for to encourage continued caution and healthy actions as we navigate the pandemic.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, American Heart Association
On September 24, 2020
Each five-point increase in hospital rating scores is associated with a 1% increase in net profit margin.1 Better patient experiences often mean better health outcomes. And it’s as good for business as it is for patients, resulting in improved safety, technical quality, length of stay, readmission rates, and scores. And yet another benefit? You’ll likely see improved employee engagement and satisfaction, resulting in reduced turnover.
On September 23, 2020
The health care industry continues to make major advancements that improve patients’ health and lives. Yet health care providers still face an ongoing fundamental challenge: ensuring that patients understand their own medical conditions and treatment plans.
Patient Engagement, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans
On September 22, 2020
Meet our new brand—Krames—that’s been 40 years in the making. When we decided to rebrand following our acquisition by Internet Brands—parent company to WebMD, Medscape, and other content-driven brands—we quickly realized we didn’t need to reinvent the wheel. Evaluating new brand names for our evolving health care business, we recognized the Krames brand is already synonymous with high-quality, credible patient education that’s been trusted by physicians and clinicians for decades.
Healthcare Providers, News, Payer/Health Plans, Healthcare Marketing
On September 8, 2020
It’s an increasingly common sight: as you enter your patient exam rooms, they’re watching news or entertainment videos on their smartphones while they wait. In fact, of Americans, Canadians, and Brits questioned about online video consumption, 87% said they watch online video on a mobile device, with over half doing so via smartphone.1 That’s a whole lot of YouTubers, TikTokers, and Facebook video viewers.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Videos, Patient Experience
On September 7, 2020
Krames StayWell is proud to partner with the American Lung Association and share this guest blog. Traditionally, as the end of summer draws near, back-to-school hype begins. Parents and children eagerly gather school supplies and prep for a return to the classroom. But this year, with the COVID-19 pandemic still looming over us, planning for the 2020-2021 school year has been quite different. Some schools will be open for in-person classes, but many will only open virtually. Still, others may...
Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, American Lung Association, COVID-19
On August 17, 2020
When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly can help your lungs work better. It can help get more oxygen into your lungs more easily. It can help prevent lung injury. Lying on your belly is known as the prone position. You may also hear it called “proning.” If you’re in the hospital, the healthcare team may position you to help your lungs. Once you are strong enough, your healthcare team may want you to do these position changes on your own.
On August 13, 2020
The state of California reported greater than 554,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases1, in the first eight months of the pandemic. For Redlands Community Hospital, a 229-bed not-for-profit, stand alone hospital, located midway between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, two priorities guided their response to the evolving pandemic.
Patient Engagement, Health Engagement, COVID-19, Patient Experience, Healthcare Marketing
On August 12, 2020
Krames is proud to partner with the American Lung Association and share this guest blog from lung health experts.
Patient Education, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, American Lung Association, COVID-19
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