Merck In Germany Fighting Merck in the US Over Facebook Page
German Merck and US Merck are two different companies and were separated years ago. Can one not start an German Merck and US Merck are two different companies and were…
Smart Connections: Engaging Patients and Driving Growth to Your Bottom Line
As we move into the holiday season, individuals will give thanks for their good health and relationships. Noting this trend, it is important for healthcare organizations to recognize the importance…
SickKids & Social Media: Interview with Janice Nicholson
On day 2 of HealthAchieve, Ashley Weinhandl, Marketing Coordinator with the Ontario Hospital Association and I had had the pleasure to interview Janice Nicholson. On day 2 of HealthAchieve, Ashley Weinhandl, Marketing…
Insurance Reform Goes Crazy
While the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) was rolling out a set of model laws for the states to consider in reforming their small group insurance laws, a handful…
Do Appointment Reminders Work?
If you've been to the doctor in the last few years, you've probably gotten one a phone call reminding you from your doctor's office reminding you of your upcoming appointment.…
Obama Names New Nominee for CMS Head in ’12
Posted in CMSCorporateHealthcare Policy & The MediaPolitics & The Law Posted in CMSCorporateHealthcare Policy & The MediaPolitics & The LawFor Don Berwick, MD, the path to greatness as head of…
What We Have to Be Thankful For
First, to our U.S. visitors – Happy Thanksgiving! To our friends around the world, we send all the best to you too! First, to our U.S. visitors – Happy Thanksgiving!…
Occupy With Grace
As patients, as family members, as friends, as health care providers, we have all faced end-of-life issues at one time or another, and we will face them again. And again. …
How Much is in the Genes?
Scott Sumner writes: In “Babies by Design,” Ronald Green claims: Scott Sumner writes: In “Babies by Design,” Ronald Green claims: Studies of identical twins reared together or apart indicate that…
Employers Encourage Healthy Choices by Hitting Your Wallet
EXCLUSIVE POST - Do healthier employees lead to increased productivity? Several progressive companies believe so and have committed to providing employees with programs to help engage them in a healthier…