The last Wednesday in September is “National Women’s Health and Fitness Day”, the stated goal of which is more American women taking control of their own health. Over 1,000 local organizations/agencies including hospitals, senior centers and retirement communities are expected to participate this year. It is worth noting that this event falls during Educational Television’s ….
“The Grand Canyon State” is home to a natural wonder that draws more than 4 million visitors each year. But, Arizona is much more than otherworldly geographical phenomena. Experience for yourself Arizona’s renowned weather and clean air by heading to Yuma, the sunniest place on earth, or to Tucson, one of the least polluted cities ….
Summer is the season for many major life changes…weddings, home purchases, and moves. Labor Day, is the time for one last summer hurrah with friends and family, and one last push for change. If some of your Labor Day weekend was spent job searching instead of barbecuing, you may be glad to learn that the ….
The influx of aging Baby Boomers, “Wounded Warriors” and newly diagnosed Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) pediatric clients into the healthcare system will necessitate an increase in rehabilitative service providers. Occupational Therapists play a vital, long-term role in any rehab process, focusing on resumption of daily living activities. Teaching patients to become self-sufficient, directly impacts patient ….
The current tourism slogan: “Connecticut, Still Revolutionary” refers not only to its place in American history, but to its place as a leader in the sciences and arts. Connecticut has always been a land of many American firsts – from the first hamburger, tape measure, telephone exchange, municipal public library and Ph.D degree in New ….
In travel therapy lingo, contract work is often referred to as per diem employment. Per diem (“per day”) rates are the pre-set reimbursements for housing, meals and incidentals that don’t require receipts. Those rates are set by the government on an annual basis, for every county in the U.S. and can be viewed online. You ….
Our smartphones and tablets can do everything these days – from help us lose weight to monitor seniors enabling them to age in place. Technology is impacting the quality of services professionals provide, as well as encouraging patient participation in their own care. An increasing number of apps are being developed to streamline the documentation ….
August 11-17, 2013 is National Health Center Week! The 1159 community clinics that provide medical services, mainly to the poor and uninsured, recently received an influx of Federal funding. This funding bolsters efforts to enroll nearly 4 million uninsured Americans in some form of health coverage, during the initial enrollment period beginning October 1, 2013. ….
In a recent Gallup poll, 3 out of 4 American said they plan to work past retirement age. Healthcare consistently leads economic sectors in employing older Americans. That healthcare is “ageless” is evidenced by this year’s AARP list of the “Best Employers for Workers Over 50”. Healthcare related organizations made up nearly half of the ….
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected a 39% increase in employment for Physical Therapists by the end of 2020. Unlike previous generations, Baby Boomers are staying active long after retiring and enjoying greater access to quality healthcare. Besides their central role in injury rehabilitation, PTs also play a key role in treatment and management ….
In a 2011 NY Times article entitled “The Limits of Empathy”, David Brooks argues that “Empathy makes you more aware of other people’s suffering, but it’s not clear it actually motivates you to take moral action or prevents you from taking immoral action.” This statement may ring true for the worlds of business and politics, ….
Even if you are a born leader, being a Nurse Manager is not always an easy task. It requires strong interpersonal and managerial skills to balance financial, legal and personnel needs with providing quality service and successful outcomes to patients. Whether you are a veteran or newly appointed Nurse Manager, the following innovative and informative ….
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), the future looks bright for Speech Language Pathology as the profession will enjoy growth of 23 % by the end of this decade, thanks in no small part to the aging of America. Are you just entering the field or looking to make a career move? Ever wonder ….
In 2012, the Commonwealth Fund published the first ever healthcare delivery performance “scorecard” for all 306 U.S. hospital referral regions. Performance scores were based on four components: access to care, quality of care, costs and avoidable hospital use, and health outcomes. The results showed a clear connection between these components – the better the access, ….
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. Juvenile Arthritis (JA) is a blanket term for the many inflammatory and autoimmune syndromes that affect children 18 and younger. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), estimates the number of U.S. children with JA at about 300,000. As with adults, both therapeutic and recreational ….
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), aka Obamacare, goes into full implementation mode at the start of 2014…well, almost full implementation. A worrisome trend in the corporate world has forced the U.S. government to defer implementation of one key provision until 2015. In an effort to avoid providing employees with healthcare coverage, or face stiff penalties, ….
Alabama may surprise you. It has great natural beauty and endless possibilities for new adventures. Lush forests cover 67% of the state, making it ideal for camping and bird watching. The majestic Appalachians to the North are riddled with hiking and biking trails, while the rest of the state is a gentle plain sloping towards ….
In a June blog, we discussed the importance of documenting your travel therapy expenses and some apps to help you do just that! A frequently asked question is “How soon after an assignment can I return to the same area?” While there is no IRS hard and fast rule, our travel tax guru, Joe Smith ….
One June 18, 2013, in one more sign that this country is moving towards a preventative centric health system, the American Medical Association (AMA) redefined obesity as a disease rather than a chronic condition/disorder. The change obligates U.S. physicians to provide medical treatment to the 33 % of adults and 17 % of children with ….
Many employment sectors have been downsizing and firing employees, but healthcare continues to expand its workforce. The impending implementation of The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has focused healthcare HR departments on recruitment and retention of quality employees. That is good news for workers, especially those looking to make a career move. But how do you ….