Tag: Community Health

Last year Kaiser conducted more interactions between patients and health care providers using smartphone, videoconferencing, kiosks, and other tools of technology than through in-person visit.

For low-level problems like bronchitis or urinary tract infections, consumers are more likely to go to the emergency department than to a health clinic located less than a 10-minute drive away, a new study suggests.

Although still in the early stage, genomic testing is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of numerous childhood illnesses.

The Hiring Our Heroes program was launched in March 2011 as a nationwide initiative to help veterans and service members transitioning to civilian life, as well as military spouses find meaningful job opportunities.

Children between 2 and 10 years old who showed up at the ER with public insurance were roughly 20 percent less likely to get admitted during these peak times, according to a recent article published by the Washington Post.

The four Women's Choice Awards for 2016 gave much-deserved recognition for the Metro Health Medical Group's commitment to the promotion of health and wellness and providing exceptional care and treatment to patients.

Almost 200 children's hospitals in the country were evaluated based on key clinical data and detailed surveys, with only eleven hospitals ranking at the top in three or more specialties. 

While one in three American children is considered overweight or obese, in Napa County the numbers are mind-boggling.

Whether in an urban or rural setting, no matter the demographic of patients, every individual has a need for healthcare providers.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month marks a time during the year dedicated not only to raising support for those currently fighting cancer, but to promote breast cancer education and prevention for all women.