Thursday, February 9, 2023
Oftentimes, people view business and healthcare as distinct fields with little to no overlap. In reality, however, there are many business skills that can translate into one finding success in a variety of positions in healthcare organizations. These skills give one the opportunity to explore new opportunities and find career growth in an exciting industry
[ Read More ]Healthcare has advanced in many key areas over the last several decades. In particular, wearable devices have become more powerful and accessible in many exciting ways. Becoming aware of some of the most popular wearable devices in healthcare can give one a broader perspective on the field and the direction it’s going in. Here are
[ Read More ]Mental illness awareness has improved significantly over the last few decades. While things are still a long way from perfect, the stigma that has kept people with mental health difficulties at arm’s length from a social standpoint is largely abated. In a not-so-M. Night Shyamalon-like twist, however, insurance has been much slower to come around.
[ Read More ]Science fiction stories have been playing with our cultural imaginations for generations now. Jules Verne in his famous 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, Frank Herbert’s Dune, and many more. Each toy with philosophies around complex social economics. Our abilities to conceptualize a future with advanced technologies accompanies the desire for greater prosperity, and comfort in
[ Read More ]The holidays change up everyone’s normal routines. Some people thrive on holiday activities and bustle, while others are dealing with more stress and painful personal experience. For some, especially those working in the field of healthcare, the pace of work doesn’t really slow down. People need medical care at all times. Someone needs to be
[ Read More ]You have an idea for digital health technology. How do you pull that idea out of abstraction and into reality? Especially when you yourself aren’t exactly the world’s best developer. Don’t panic. There’s a clear, well-trodden path for taking a digital tech idea and bringing it into existence. In this article, we run through guidelines
[ Read More ]Though this is slowly changing, our country and culture still often place more emphasis on physical health than on “brain health.” We understand physical injury or sickness intuitively. They don’t require additional explanation or garner quizzical looks when they come up in the workplace or amongst friends. But when it comes to mental or cognitive
[ Read More ]Therapy isn’t associated with nearly as much stigma as it used to be. And yet it’s also still seen as a relatively fringe activity. Something that is only for people who are suffering from some kind of disorder. This isn’t the case. Everyone struggles with their mental health from time to time, and these instances
[ Read More ]Gender is often considered a cultural and political minefield, leading to everything from crude jokes to violence. Unfortunately, these heated discussions and policies often leave transgender and non-binary people vulnerable to ridicule, harassment, assault, and other types of mistreatment that can result in lasting emotional or even physical scars. Identity is important for everyone whether
[ Read More ]Social work can be an extremely fulfilling career path. Compassionate people who have the drive to help others can find their calling as social workers. With that said, it’s also a very stressful job that can be frustrating, heartbreaking, and extremely challenging. Social workers help people during some of the hardest times of their lives.
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