February is American Heart Health Month, but considering that heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the US, cardiovascular health should be top of mind year-round. The stats are sobering: according to the CDC, one person dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease in the United States.
The word “endemic” is quickly becoming the buzzword du jour for media outlets, health publications, and social media sites. As your trusty guide to understanding sometimes-cryptic COVID-19 messaging, we thought we’d address what this word means, why it’s peppered throughout your Instagram feed and how it affects your life.
October is Health Literacy Month, which serves as an important reminder that every individual’s well-being should be in their hands. While that may not be the case today, we advocate for giving patients their power back, which starts with education and support. Read on for a little health literacy 101, plus key questions to ask yourself (or your organization) about
