On October 15, 2020
Flu season happens every year in the U.S. in the fall and winter. COVID-19 has similar symptoms. How do you know if someone has the flu or COVID-19? What are the differences between these 2 illnesses? Can you get both at the same time? See how they compare below.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19
On October 2, 2020
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Share this post with patients and those you care for to encourage continued caution and healthy actions as we navigate the pandemic.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, American Heart Association
On September 24, 2020
Each five-point increase in hospital rating scores is associated with a 1% increase in net profit margin.1 Better patient experiences often mean better health outcomes. And it’s as good for business as it is for patients, resulting in improved safety, technical quality, length of stay, readmission rates, and scores. And yet another benefit? You’ll likely see improved employee engagement and satisfaction, resulting in reduced turnover.
On September 23, 2020
The health care industry continues to make major advancements that improve patients’ health and lives. Yet health care providers still face an ongoing fundamental challenge: ensuring that patients understand their own medical conditions and treatment plans.
Patient Engagement, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans
On September 22, 2020
Meet our new brand—Krames—that’s been 40 years in the making. When we decided to rebrand following our acquisition by Internet Brands—parent company to WebMD, Medscape, and other content-driven brands—we quickly realized we didn’t need to reinvent the wheel. Evaluating new brand names for our evolving health care business, we recognized the Krames brand is already synonymous with high-quality, credible patient education that’s been trusted by physicians and clinicians for decades.
Healthcare Providers, News, Payer/Health Plans, Healthcare Marketing
On September 8, 2020
It’s an increasingly common sight: as you enter your patient exam rooms, they’re watching news or entertainment videos on their smartphones while they wait. In fact, of Americans, Canadians, and Brits questioned about online video consumption, 87% said they watch online video on a mobile device, with over half doing so via smartphone.1 That’s a whole lot of YouTubers, TikTokers, and Facebook video viewers.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Videos, Patient Experience
On September 7, 2020
Krames StayWell is proud to partner with the American Lung Association and share this guest blog. Traditionally, as the end of summer draws near, back-to-school hype begins. Parents and children eagerly gather school supplies and prep for a return to the classroom. But this year, with the COVID-19 pandemic still looming over us, planning for the 2020-2021 school year has been quite different. Some schools will be open for in-person classes, but many will only open virtually. Still, others may...
Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, American Lung Association, COVID-19
On August 17, 2020
When you have COVID-19, lying on your belly can help your lungs work better. It can help get more oxygen into your lungs more easily. It can help prevent lung injury. Lying on your belly is known as the prone position. You may also hear it called “proning.” If you’re in the hospital, the healthcare team may position you to help your lungs. Once you are strong enough, your healthcare team may want you to do these position changes on your own.
On August 13, 2020
The state of California reported greater than 554,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases1, in the first eight months of the pandemic. For Redlands Community Hospital, a 229-bed not-for-profit, stand alone hospital, located midway between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, two priorities guided their response to the evolving pandemic.
Patient Engagement, Health Engagement, COVID-19, Patient Experience, Healthcare Marketing
