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Healthcare experts say that the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital health and virtual care forward by at least three years. Up from 14% in 2019, a recent Gallup survey showed 34% of Americans now say they have used telemedicine. 46% say they are likely to use it in the future. Due to this increased adoption, […]
Lack of convenience, understanding, and high costs are barriers that can stand in the way of someone staying adherent to their medication. On top of that, interactions at community pharmacies are often more transactional than personal. Medication non-adherence costs the U.S. healthcare system $290 billion annually. When people don’t take their medications as prescribed their […]
Recently, a member called her Premise Health pharmacy to ask about transferring one of her medications to a community pharmacy because she and her husband lived an hour from the onsite wellness center. The member shared that she only wanted to transfer a 3-day supply, to carry her over for a few days. When the […]
As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, many brokers and consultants are finding it challenging to identify the best direct healthcare partner for their clients. When investigating the best option for your client, knowing the right questions to ask is just as critical as understanding what a potential partner can or cannot offer. Continue reading […]
While the COVID-19 pandemic forced many industries to transition to a virtual world, at the same time organizations have been searching for ways to reduce occupational health costs. The large baby boomer generation is working longer into their lives than previous generations and experiencing nearly double rates of work-related health issues compared to their younger […]
According to the CDC, the rate of childhood obesity in the United States has more than tripled since the 1970s, with genetics, metabolism, and physical activity behaviors acting as contributing factors. The good news is one of the most impactful factors is one of the most controllable – eating habits. When adults play an active […]