What Is Medical Financing and How Can It Support Health Equity (Without Creating New Harm)?

If you spend any time in health equity work, you’ve heard the same pattern in a hundred different forms. Without a doubt, cost is one of the most stubborn drivers of delayed care, skipped medications, not undergoing preventative treatments and avoidable complications. It also connects directly to the “real life” stuff we talk about at…

Key Health Considerations in Wrongful Death Legal Proceedings

https://images.pexels.com/photos/6841362/pexels-photo-6841362.jpeg No one will ever contest the statement that wrongful death is one of the most challenging situations that a family may have to face. The legal aspects of the case are tricky enough as it is. However, when health issues become a factor in the case, the complexity levels go through the roof. This…

How Long Dental Implants Last And Tips To Make Them Last Even Longer

Dental implants have revolutionized tooth replacement, offering durability, functionality, and a natural appearance that few other restorations can match. Patients often wonder: “How long will my dental implants last?” Understanding their longevity is crucial for anyone considering this treatment. Implants are designed to integrate with the jawbone, creating a stable foundation for artificial teeth. With…

Expanding Reach of Specialized Healthcare Services with Mobile Medical Vehicles 

https://images.pexels.com/photos/4429561/pexels-photo-4429561.jpeg Looking to take your healthcare to the people? Mobile medical vehicles are revolutionizing the way patients access specialized healthcare services. Specialized mobile units are rolling into communities that would otherwise lack critical resources. And here’s the kicker… Demand for mobile medical units has never been higher. From provider shortages in rural communities to tens…

Building a Fairer System: How Policy and Community Action Address the Root Causes of Health Inequity

The fight for health equity is one of the most important missions of our time. It means working to make sure everyone has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of health. When we talk about health in America, we often focus on hospitals, doctors, and prescription medicines. We think about what…

How an Online Master’s in Nursing Leadership Advances Health Equity

Image credit Health equity has become a core priority in today’s healthcare environment. As communities continue to experience variations in access, treatment, and outcomes, the need for leaders who understand how to guide systems toward more equitable care has never been more urgent. Nurses, who often have the closest and most sustained relationships with patients,…

Integrating Music into Senior Care for Improved Quality of Life

https://unsplash.com/photos/elderly-man-with-headphones-uses-a-tablet-on-couch-XBZudTgyh44 Aspire for Greatness with a Playlist Aspire for Greatness in Healthcare Across the nation, millions of seniors are struggling daily with isolation, cognitive decline and emotional hardships. Regrettably, traditional care methods are not always effective in improving this deeper level of care. The good news? Music is an extremely valuable non-medication method to help…

Stair-Lift Access in Underserved Communities: Challenges and Policy Solutions

Mobility inside the home shapes almost everything about a person’s safety and quality of life, as shown in research on how mobility directly affects well-being. When someone can’t move between floors, the home starts to close in on them. Bedrooms are left unused. Bathrooms become harder to reach. Families begin weighing options they hoped to avoid….

How Hand and Wrist Injuries Impact Your Daily Life After an Accident

Hand and wrist injuries are some of the most disruptive injuries a person can experience after an accident. These parts of the body are small but incredibly complex, containing delicate bones, nerves, tendons, and ligaments that work together to support nearly every movement you make. Whether the injury occurred in a car crash, slip and…