A 5K can serve as a perfect early milestone for novice runners, but safe training is key to success. With the help of an expert running and biomotion specialist, we've explored the topic of how to train safely for the best beginner's race.
It's especially important to stay hydrated now that the weather is hot, but many people may not be aware of how much water to drink, how often to drink, if there are significant differences between water brands, and more. To help, we spoke with Dr. Lucas Couch of Carroll Health Group.
Parkinson's Disease Awareness month is dedicated to raising awareness and support for patients suffering from this progressive brain disorder. Learn more about Parkinson's disease, treatment options and support for those with Parkinson's.
The arrival of spring makes it easier to get active outdoors, but for many, allergies can be a deterrent to outdoor fun. Learn how to not let allergies keep you from springtime fun in the sun!
Healthworx, the innovation and investment arm of CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), and LifeBridge Health selected seven promising healthcare innovators to participate in the second cohort of 1501 Health, an incubator for healthcare startups. 1501 Health provides investment and resources to help early-stage companies develop and scale their healthcare solutions.
Weight loss may feel like an intimidating process, but these simple steps will help you maintain the sense of personal accountability and responsibility you need to stay on track towards your goals.
Does this scenario seem familiar? You end your workday and then realize that you forgot to schedule an important doctor’s visit. Next, you call your physicians’ office, discovering that the office closes at 4:30 (or earlier depending on the day of the week).
National healthcare incubator 1501 Health is inviting healthcare startups to apply to join its second year-long cohort, accepting applications from Oct. 26 through Nov. 16, 2021. 1501 Health will provide investment and resources to help the selected early-stage companies develop and scale their healthcare solutions.
Companies chosen to participate in the program can be located anywhere in the country, and will receive up to $100,000 in investment capital. Members of the cohort will have access to unique mentorship opportunities and support from payer and provider experts, along with networking and educational events with other startups, investors and stakeholders.
Evaluation of a new pediatric asthma pilot program published in the Journal of Asthma showed that the average frequency of asthma inhaler technique errors among enrolled patients dropped from 80% to less than 20% in four weeks.
A parent bracing for the prognosis of their child’s broken bone might hear “growth plate fracture” and immediately think unfixable damage has been done.
Health system will leverage the Higi platform and network to build community ties, understand community health needs and provide smart digital connections to care
Regardless of COVID vaccination and past infection status, the real measurement of immunity for COVID is the quantity and quality of antibodies each person has.
Researchers at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore are offering a glimpse at how widespread, rapid antibody testing may be conducted in the near future.
This new testing methodology is 99.5% effective, is easy to use, works and looks like a home pregnancy test and yields results in 15-20 minutes allowing for mass testing, particularly amongst children, older adults, and other populations resistant to blood draws.
The researchers say the testing may be the easiest, fastest way to determine if someone needs a booster shot.
With schools making plans to resume in-person learning this coming fall, parents probably are wondering how COVID-19 precautions may affect school sports and extracurricular activities, and if it’s even safe for children to participate.