Campaigns for the 2020 primary election are gaining steam every day, and so is the flow of information coming from local and national candidates. Much of it centers on their plans for changes in our health care system, ranging from sweeping “Medicare for All”...
Major Election Year Brings Heightened Health Care Debate
With a presidential election on the horizon in 2020, health care issues are destined to remain at the top of the national conversation. In terms of how Americans access health insurance and health care, the debate within and between political parties remains whether...
New Year Brings Continued Debate on Health Care Issues
Although it’s a new year, many of the same health care issues continue to dominate Pennsylvania’s landscape. These include access to care, the opioid crisis, and telemedicine. We’ve seen measures of success on some of these fronts but still have strides to make....
How to Talk to Loved Ones about Insurance
For those we care about, it can be difficult to confront them about more serious topics, like health insurance. Look out for your friends and family to make sure they have health insurance this year. As the period for open enrollment begins soon, make sure you have a...
Know the Difference: Hospice vs. Palliative Care
End-of-life care decisions can cause stress for families, especially when they are choosing what kind of care to provide, understanding which programs an individual is eligible for, and deciding when to administer medical aid. Luckily, there are resources to help...
Know the Difference: Hospice vs. Palliative Care
End-of-life care decisions can cause stress for families, especially when they are choosing what kind of care to provide, understanding which programs an individual is eligible for, and deciding when to administer medical aid. Two types of care — palliative and...
5 Big Benefits of an Electronic Health Record (EHR)
What is an EHR — and why should you be using one? Wondering whether to go paperless? Learn these 5 compelling benefits of using an Electronic Health Record. An Electronic Health Record, or EHR, is a digital version of a paper chart. It allows for real-time, immediate...