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On February 16, 2022
Ann Bilyew, SVP of Health at Internet Brands and Group GM of WebMD Provider Services sits down with Niko Skievanski of Redox to discuss emerging trends in health tech and how health systems and hospitals can transform to deliver patient-centered care.
Patient Engagement, Technology, Interoperability, Patient Experience
On April 12, 2023
April marks Minority Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority communities and reducing health disparities. And the 2023 Minority Health Month theme – Better Health Through Better Understanding – is centered around helping healthcare professionals address health literacy, language access, and more.
On March 29, 2023
Norovirus outbreaks occur throughout the year, but we are currently in peak season, as they are most prevalent from October to April.1 Recently, norovirus has been making the headlines with suspected and confirmed outbreaks in schools2 and on cruise ships.3 As of March 2023, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported the highest percent of positive norovirus tests in the past 12 months among participating U.S. laboratories.4 Although reported infections are higher than they were this time...
On February 28, 2023
Black women face unique health challenges. They have higher rates of chronic conditions. Their health concerns may not be diagnosed as quickly, resulting in worse health outcomes and shorter life expectancy. These disparities are influenced by many things, including social determinants of health, access to quality healthcare, and racial discrimination. In fact, the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health is putting a spotlighton the impact social determinants of health have on...
On February 14, 2023
Brennan Stratton, VP of Sales & Client Services at WebMD Provider Services, recently did a Q&A with AVIA Marketplace where he discussed education being a core component of care, how Krames and WebMD Provider Services are meeting the challenges in the market, and how he sees patient education evolving. Read more here: Q&A with Brennan Stratton of Krames: Education as a core component of care
On December 20, 2022
Krames announced today that it was recognized as a Top Company in Patient Education upon conclusion of extensive research and company outreach by AVIA Connect, the leading digital health marketplace.
On November 28, 2022
The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation provides millions of dollars for novel Alzheimer's disease research, conducted primarily at the Fisher Center lab at The Rockefeller University in New York City. The lab is currently under the direction of Dr. Nathaniel Heintz but was previously run by late Nobel laureate Dr. Paul Greengard until his death in 2019. Funds raised also support research at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, as well as Imagine Institute/Institute for Brain and...
On November 9, 2022
As we’ve all seen in the latest headlines, an unprecedented increase in cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is overwhelming hospitals and sending many young children to emergency rooms.
On October 25, 2022
Keeping on top of COVID-19 and the impact on your health care environment is a never-ending task. With variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus continuing to threaten both patient health and hospital capacity, we know the importance of providing up-to-date information. The CDC actively monitors all coronavirus variants to make recommendations about the classification of variants (variant of concern, variant of interest, and variants being monitored). Some are considered variants of interest: based on...
Patient Education, Population Health Management, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, Patient Experience
On October 25, 2022
It’s no secret that effective patient education and engagement can improve patient outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), expanding evidence shows that better health outcomes are seen in people with higher patient activation. National Health Education Week each October also celebrates the important role education plays in patients’ health. But the benefits don’t stop with the patients. Here are two ways that effective patient education can also benefit...
On October 21, 2022
October is Health Literacy Month, and each year, it shines a light on improving not only the patient’s health knowledge but also on activating healthier behaviors. As providers strive to enhance the quality of the care they deliver, patient education can make it easier for patients to understand and actively manage their health.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Videos
On October 19, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On October 14, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 26, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. After having a heart attack, people with autoimmune disease are more likely than others to die or experience further serious heart problems, including a second heart attack, new research finds. The study, published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, helps fill a gap in what's known about the long-term cardiovascular health of people with...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 24, 2022
The proper diagnosis of a disease and effective treatments are, of course, essential to an individual’s prognosis and quality of life. But there is also compelling evidence about the value of being sufficiently informed, since a patient’s misunderstanding of a condition and its care can result in non-compliance to a doctor’s recommendations, significantly and adversely affecting outcomes. Patient education is critical to improving patient compliance and outcomes. The more clearly a disease is...
On September 23, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. People with high blood pressure may be at higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes if they work frequent night shifts, new research suggests. The higher risk was more pronounced among people who also slept too much or too little when they weren't working, according to the findings published Monday in the Journal of the American Heart...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 14, 2022
The Hispanic population in the United States reached 62.1 million in 2020, up from 50.5 million in 2010. That’s an increase of 23% over the previous decade, outpacing the nation’s 7% overall population growth.
On August 24, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Social isolation and loneliness may increase the risk of having or dying from a heart attack or stroke, according to a new report summarizing research on the topic.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On August 19, 2022
Busy healthcare professionals now have a better way to access the latest clinical information at important decision points. WebMD Provider Services is now offering an additional clinical support tool – Read by QxMD – as part of our broader clinical support solution, which is built on Krames’ integrated patient education. This latest addition to our clinical support solution provides clinicians the necessary information for themselves and patients to achieve the best outcomes possible.
On August 18, 2022
Congratulations are in order for two Krames clients recognized for their high-quality consumer health information at this year’s Annual National Health Information Awards. The National Health Information Awards is organized by the Health Information Resource Center (HIRC), a national clearinghouse for professionals who work in consumer health fields. Along with Krames (part of WedMD Provider Services), these clients were recognized with gold awards in the following categories:...
Patient Education, Health Education, National Health Information Awards
On August 17, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Women with a history of endometriosis may be more likely to have a stroke later in life than their peers with no history of the chronic inflammatory condition, new research finds.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On June 28, 2022
The Association of Black Cardiologists is the premier organization dedicated to one mission: promote the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease, including stroke, and to achieve health equity for all through the elimination of health disparities. Since 1974, this non-profit has worked to achieve health equity, advocate for equal access to medical care and technologies, and mentor young physicians of color, particularly Black cardiologists. Learn more about the mission of the...
On June 22, 2022
People who consistently have higher depressive symptoms may be at higher risk for a stroke, according to new research. But stroke risk did not increase in those with decreasing severity of symptoms over time, even if they had high depressive symptoms early on. Past studies show a possible link between depression and the risk of stroke, which occurs when a blood vessel supplying the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and death...
Healthy Lifestyle, Behavior Change, Health Engagement, American Heart Association, Disease Management
On June 10, 2022
The Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) is the most important tool health plans use for measuring clinical performance and plan quality. HEDIS is administered by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), which collects the data and evolves the HEDIS measurement set annually. Over 90% of plans, enrolling 191 million Americans, use HEDIS annually to measure their performance.
On June 30, 2022
If you’re a health system leader aspiring to transform patient interactions into a modern consumer brand experience, today’s a good day. I’m excited to welcome Mercury Healthcare, a world-class healthcare marketing technology company to the WebMD team. Mercury’s impressive suite of solutions provides health systems the ability to analyze, target and precisely communicate to the right patient with the right message all while empowering their clients with transparency, performance data and...
On April 12, 2023
April marks Minority Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority communities and reducing health disparities. And the 2023 Minority Health Month theme – Better Health Through Better Understanding – is centered around helping healthcare professionals address health literacy, language access, and more.
On March 29, 2023
Norovirus outbreaks occur throughout the year, but we are currently in peak season, as they are most prevalent from October to April.1 Recently, norovirus has been making the headlines with suspected and confirmed outbreaks in schools2 and on cruise ships.3 As of March 2023, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported the highest percent of positive norovirus tests in the past 12 months among participating U.S. laboratories.4 Although reported infections are higher than they were this time...
On February 28, 2023
Black women face unique health challenges. They have higher rates of chronic conditions. Their health concerns may not be diagnosed as quickly, resulting in worse health outcomes and shorter life expectancy. These disparities are influenced by many things, including social determinants of health, access to quality healthcare, and racial discrimination. In fact, the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health is putting a spotlighton the impact social determinants of health have on...
On February 14, 2023
Brennan Stratton, VP of Sales & Client Services at WebMD Provider Services, recently did a Q&A with AVIA Marketplace where he discussed education being a core component of care, how Krames and WebMD Provider Services are meeting the challenges in the market, and how he sees patient education evolving. Read more here: Q&A with Brennan Stratton of Krames: Education as a core component of care
On December 20, 2022
Krames announced today that it was recognized as a Top Company in Patient Education upon conclusion of extensive research and company outreach by AVIA Connect, the leading digital health marketplace.
On November 28, 2022
The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation provides millions of dollars for novel Alzheimer's disease research, conducted primarily at the Fisher Center lab at The Rockefeller University in New York City. The lab is currently under the direction of Dr. Nathaniel Heintz but was previously run by late Nobel laureate Dr. Paul Greengard until his death in 2019. Funds raised also support research at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, as well as Imagine Institute/Institute for Brain and...
On November 9, 2022
As we’ve all seen in the latest headlines, an unprecedented increase in cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is overwhelming hospitals and sending many young children to emergency rooms.
On October 25, 2022
Keeping on top of COVID-19 and the impact on your health care environment is a never-ending task. With variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus continuing to threaten both patient health and hospital capacity, we know the importance of providing up-to-date information. The CDC actively monitors all coronavirus variants to make recommendations about the classification of variants (variant of concern, variant of interest, and variants being monitored). Some are considered variants of interest: based on...
Patient Education, Population Health Management, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, Patient Experience
On October 25, 2022
It’s no secret that effective patient education and engagement can improve patient outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), expanding evidence shows that better health outcomes are seen in people with higher patient activation. National Health Education Week each October also celebrates the important role education plays in patients’ health. But the benefits don’t stop with the patients. Here are two ways that effective patient education can also benefit...
On October 21, 2022
October is Health Literacy Month, and each year, it shines a light on improving not only the patient’s health knowledge but also on activating healthier behaviors. As providers strive to enhance the quality of the care they deliver, patient education can make it easier for patients to understand and actively manage their health.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Videos
On October 19, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On October 14, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 26, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. After having a heart attack, people with autoimmune disease are more likely than others to die or experience further serious heart problems, including a second heart attack, new research finds. The study, published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, helps fill a gap in what's known about the long-term cardiovascular health of people with...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 24, 2022
The proper diagnosis of a disease and effective treatments are, of course, essential to an individual’s prognosis and quality of life. But there is also compelling evidence about the value of being sufficiently informed, since a patient’s misunderstanding of a condition and its care can result in non-compliance to a doctor’s recommendations, significantly and adversely affecting outcomes. Patient education is critical to improving patient compliance and outcomes. The more clearly a disease is...
On September 23, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. People with high blood pressure may be at higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes if they work frequent night shifts, new research suggests. The higher risk was more pronounced among people who also slept too much or too little when they weren't working, according to the findings published Monday in the Journal of the American Heart...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 14, 2022
The Hispanic population in the United States reached 62.1 million in 2020, up from 50.5 million in 2010. That’s an increase of 23% over the previous decade, outpacing the nation’s 7% overall population growth.
On August 24, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Social isolation and loneliness may increase the risk of having or dying from a heart attack or stroke, according to a new report summarizing research on the topic.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On August 19, 2022
Busy healthcare professionals now have a better way to access the latest clinical information at important decision points. WebMD Provider Services is now offering an additional clinical support tool – Read by QxMD – as part of our broader clinical support solution, which is built on Krames’ integrated patient education. This latest addition to our clinical support solution provides clinicians the necessary information for themselves and patients to achieve the best outcomes possible.
On August 18, 2022
Congratulations are in order for two Krames clients recognized for their high-quality consumer health information at this year’s Annual National Health Information Awards. The National Health Information Awards is organized by the Health Information Resource Center (HIRC), a national clearinghouse for professionals who work in consumer health fields. Along with Krames (part of WedMD Provider Services), these clients were recognized with gold awards in the following categories:...
Patient Education, Health Education, National Health Information Awards
On August 17, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Women with a history of endometriosis may be more likely to have a stroke later in life than their peers with no history of the chronic inflammatory condition, new research finds.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On June 28, 2022
Dedicated to heart health for Blacks and other minorities since 1974 The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) was founded to bring special attention to the disparate and often unrecognized impact that cardiovascular disease and stroke have on African-American and other minority communities. A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, it unites over 2,000 diverse health professionals, lay members of the community, corporate and institutional members in one mission: to promote the prevention and...
Patient Engagement, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, Case study, Health Education
On February 10, 2022
Patient centricity is creating more individualized healthcare based on a patient’s unique medical needs, healthcare preferences, lifestyle, and background.1 The popularity of a patient-first approach is supported by improved patient outcomes, and can lead to a better patient-provider relationship. While most providers today deliver care following the patient-centric model, many still need to shift their marketing strategies to align, incorporating a solid patient perspective and addressing...
Patient Education, Health Engagement, Healthcare Marketing, Case study
On November 30, 2021
The National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) provides hope for those suffering from pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer by funding cutting edge research, advocating for new and better therapies, and providing support and education for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals. The NPF is the only foundation dedicated to patients who are suffering from all forms of pancreas disease—pediatric pancreatitis, acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer.
Patient Education, Health Engagement, Healthcare Marketing, Case study
On June 9, 2021
Even in the digital age, there are times when nothing works quite like print. While care managers for a premier managed care provider use Krames On-Demand® to virtually educate and empower their more than 25 million members, they understand print has the power to help reinforce their guidance and reach populations who have less access to or are uncomfortable with digital formats.
Population Health Management, Health Engagement, Payer/Health Plans, Case study
On May 19, 2021
Nationally recognized health system Broward Health has added a new page to its marketing plan—to include a digital edition of its print magazine, Broward Healthy Now. Broward Health—providing world-class health care in South Florida for more than 80 years—began partnering with Krames in 2019 to create and distribute Broward Healthy Now magazine to 50,000 homes quarterly.
Patient Engagement, Healthcare Providers, Patient Acquisition, Healthcare Marketing, Case study
On April 14, 2021
Patients, families, and caregivers want more information about, and collaboration in, care decisions. But achieving good communication among those involved in patient care can be challenging as hospital stays are shorter, medical care is more technologically complex, and resources are constrained.1
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Clinical Workflow, Patient Experience, Case study, Care Journey
On February 11, 2021
Life has changed drastically in just a few short months with over 24 million COVID-19 cases in the United States.1 COVID-related concerns have caused 41% of American adults to skip or delay health care.2 They’re putting their family’s health care on hold, too, with 2.5 million fewer doses of routine childhood vaccines administered compared to 2019.3
Patient Engagement, COVID-19, Patient Experience, Healthcare Marketing, Case study
On February 3, 2021
Krames is proud to support the Veterans Administration (VA) in the development and maintenance of the Veterans Health Library (VHL). Attracting more than 680,000 unique visitors per year, the resource was developed under the guidance of the National Center of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention’s Veterans Health Education and Information Program.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Consumer Health Library, Healthcare Marketing, Case study
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, Case study, Care Journey
On July 22, 2020
Health care providers are looking to telehealth platforms to see patients and deliver care now much more than ever. In fact, only 25% of patients had used telehealth services prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but 59% say they’re more likely to use telemedicine than they were previously and 33% would even leave their current physician for a provider who offers it.1 What’s more, the technology could help practices avoid closure as business slows.2
Electronic Health Records, Healthcare Providers, Krames On FHIR, Clinical Workflow, Telehealth, Case study, Care Journey
On December 4, 2019
Guest post from Anna Norton, CEO of DiabetesSisters, a proud Krames partner Krames (formerly known as StayWell) partnered with DiabetesSisters when the nonprofit organization was looking to more simply showcase stories from women living with diabetes. Together, the organizations developed the Between the Lines microsite, which gives women with all types of diabetes a place to go for sisterly support and a comforting sense of community. There, they can find stories like Anna Norton’s below....
Healthy Lifestyle, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, Case study, Care Journey
On October 25, 2022
Keeping on top of COVID-19 and the impact on your health care environment is a never-ending task. With variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus continuing to threaten both patient health and hospital capacity, we know the importance of providing up-to-date information. The CDC actively monitors all coronavirus variants to make recommendations about the classification of variants (variant of concern, variant of interest, and variants being monitored). Some are considered variants of interest: based on...
Patient Education, Population Health Management, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, Patient Experience
On January 12, 2022
While COVID-19 vaccines and variants continued to capture health headlines, a number of significant scientific research breakthroughs offered promising news in the fight against heart disease, stroke and cardiovascular risk factors. The American Heart Association, the largest non-governmental funder of heart and stroke related research in the United States, has been compiling an annual list of major advances in heart disease and stroke science since 1996.
Patient Education, Healthy Lifestyle, Health Engagement, COVID-19, American Heart Association
On October 25, 2021
Last modified date: November 29, 2021 Keeping on top of COVID-19 and the impact on your health care environment is a never-ending task. With emerging variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus continuing to threaten both patient health and hospital capacity, we know the importance of providing up-to-date information.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, COVID-19
On April 12, 2023
April marks Minority Health Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of improving the health of racial and ethnic minority communities and reducing health disparities. And the 2023 Minority Health Month theme – Better Health Through Better Understanding – is centered around helping healthcare professionals address health literacy, language access, and more.
On March 29, 2023
Norovirus outbreaks occur throughout the year, but we are currently in peak season, as they are most prevalent from October to April.1 Recently, norovirus has been making the headlines with suspected and confirmed outbreaks in schools2 and on cruise ships.3 As of March 2023, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reported the highest percent of positive norovirus tests in the past 12 months among participating U.S. laboratories.4 Although reported infections are higher than they were this time...
On February 28, 2023
Black women face unique health challenges. They have higher rates of chronic conditions. Their health concerns may not be diagnosed as quickly, resulting in worse health outcomes and shorter life expectancy. These disparities are influenced by many things, including social determinants of health, access to quality healthcare, and racial discrimination. In fact, the Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health is putting a spotlighton the impact social determinants of health have on...
On February 14, 2023
Brennan Stratton, VP of Sales & Client Services at WebMD Provider Services, recently did a Q&A with AVIA Marketplace where he discussed education being a core component of care, how Krames and WebMD Provider Services are meeting the challenges in the market, and how he sees patient education evolving. Read more here: Q&A with Brennan Stratton of Krames: Education as a core component of care
On December 20, 2022
Krames announced today that it was recognized as a Top Company in Patient Education upon conclusion of extensive research and company outreach by AVIA Connect, the leading digital health marketplace.
On November 28, 2022
The Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation provides millions of dollars for novel Alzheimer's disease research, conducted primarily at the Fisher Center lab at The Rockefeller University in New York City. The lab is currently under the direction of Dr. Nathaniel Heintz but was previously run by late Nobel laureate Dr. Paul Greengard until his death in 2019. Funds raised also support research at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, as well as Imagine Institute/Institute for Brain and...
On November 9, 2022
As we’ve all seen in the latest headlines, an unprecedented increase in cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is overwhelming hospitals and sending many young children to emergency rooms.
On October 25, 2022
Keeping on top of COVID-19 and the impact on your health care environment is a never-ending task. With variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus continuing to threaten both patient health and hospital capacity, we know the importance of providing up-to-date information. The CDC actively monitors all coronavirus variants to make recommendations about the classification of variants (variant of concern, variant of interest, and variants being monitored). Some are considered variants of interest: based on...
Patient Education, Population Health Management, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, COVID-19, Patient Experience
On October 25, 2022
It’s no secret that effective patient education and engagement can improve patient outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), expanding evidence shows that better health outcomes are seen in people with higher patient activation. National Health Education Week each October also celebrates the important role education plays in patients’ health. But the benefits don’t stop with the patients. Here are two ways that effective patient education can also benefit...
On October 21, 2022
October is Health Literacy Month, and each year, it shines a light on improving not only the patient’s health knowledge but also on activating healthier behaviors. As providers strive to enhance the quality of the care they deliver, patient education can make it easier for patients to understand and actively manage their health.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Videos
On October 19, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On October 14, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 26, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. After having a heart attack, people with autoimmune disease are more likely than others to die or experience further serious heart problems, including a second heart attack, new research finds. The study, published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, helps fill a gap in what's known about the long-term cardiovascular health of people with...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 24, 2022
The proper diagnosis of a disease and effective treatments are, of course, essential to an individual’s prognosis and quality of life. But there is also compelling evidence about the value of being sufficiently informed, since a patient’s misunderstanding of a condition and its care can result in non-compliance to a doctor’s recommendations, significantly and adversely affecting outcomes. Patient education is critical to improving patient compliance and outcomes. The more clearly a disease is...
On September 23, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. People with high blood pressure may be at higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes if they work frequent night shifts, new research suggests. The higher risk was more pronounced among people who also slept too much or too little when they weren't working, according to the findings published Monday in the Journal of the American Heart...
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On September 14, 2022
The Hispanic population in the United States reached 62.1 million in 2020, up from 50.5 million in 2010. That’s an increase of 23% over the previous decade, outpacing the nation’s 7% overall population growth.
On August 24, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Social isolation and loneliness may increase the risk of having or dying from a heart attack or stroke, according to a new report summarizing research on the topic.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
On August 19, 2022
Busy healthcare professionals now have a better way to access the latest clinical information at important decision points. WebMD Provider Services is now offering an additional clinical support tool – Read by QxMD – as part of our broader clinical support solution, which is built on Krames’ integrated patient education. This latest addition to our clinical support solution provides clinicians the necessary information for themselves and patients to achieve the best outcomes possible.
On August 18, 2022
Congratulations are in order for two Krames clients recognized for their high-quality consumer health information at this year’s Annual National Health Information Awards. The National Health Information Awards is organized by the Health Information Resource Center (HIRC), a national clearinghouse for professionals who work in consumer health fields. Along with Krames (part of WedMD Provider Services), these clients were recognized with gold awards in the following categories:...
Patient Education, Health Education, National Health Information Awards
On August 17, 2022
Krames is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association and share this guest blog from American Heart Association News. Women with a history of endometriosis may be more likely to have a stroke later in life than their peers with no history of the chronic inflammatory condition, new research finds.
Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association, Health Education, Disease Management
