Tears are clear liquids secreted by the lacrimal glands that help to lubricate the eyes, remove irritants, and provide immunity to the eyes. Normally, the glands produce tears to provide a layer of coating for the eye and the absence of this salty liquid feels uncomfortable and can cause pain in the eye. What Are The Causes Of Dry Eye Syndrome? Tears form a coating around the surface of the eye, every time we weblink. It consists of three layers, where each of the layers serves a different purpose. The outside oily layer makes the surface of the tears smooth and prevents the tears from drying up. The middle watery…

On December 11, 2023, ONC and the TEFCA Recognized Coordinating Entity® (RCETM), The Sequoia Project, released the Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR)® Roadmap for TEFCASM Exchange V.2.  This version updates the previous roadmap and continues the momentum already established by providing more details and guidance for the future of FHIR in TEFCA. The plan for the Trusted Exchange Framework Common AgreementSM (TEFCA) always included Health Level 7 (HL7)® FHIR application programing interface (API) exchange, and now it is coming faster than you may have thought! In January 2022, ONC and the TEFCA RCE jointly released the FHIR Roadmap for TEFCA Exchange (Roadmap) along with the Common Agreement and the QHIN…

Managing a PPC strategy for any sized business is complex and challenging. But organizations with dozens or hundreds of locations face even more hurdles: Multilocation providers must consider each location’s unique needs, competitive situation, and business objectives—compounding the complexity of managing an accurate and effective PPC (aka pay-per-click or paid search) strategy. The good news is that well-executed PPC campaigns drive conversions, enhance brand visibility, and fuel business growth—especially when paired with strategic PPC landing page optimizations. In this guide, I present actionable insights for effective multilocation healthcare PPC. Key Consideration: ROI While PPC can be a fast and powerful tool to increase patient volume for your locations, it can…

Prep questions regarding growth, immunizations and even screen time ahead of your child’s pediatrician visit. (For Corewell Health Beat) It is time for your child to see the pediatrician again, perhaps for an annual visit. How can you make the most of your visit? “I want parents to ask me questions, lots of questions,” Richard Weiermiller, MD, internal medicine and pediatrics at Corewell Health in Southeast Michigan. “I love a parent who has done their homework and is prepared.” What those questions might be, Dr. Weiermiller said, vary with your child’s age and development stage. “Each physical for your child is working to build a bridge to the next visit,”…

Child: Welcome to my Mommy’s podcast. This episode is brought to you by Apollo Neuro. And if you’ve listened for a while, you know that managing stress is important for health and that getting a good night’s sleep is pivotal for our wellbeing. And those are two things we talk a lot about on this podcast, and they’re top of my priority list for this year. Now, if you followed me at all last year, you know last year was also a pretty emotionally taxing year for me. And at times I saw my sleep and my HRV especially take a hit. And one thing that helped a lot for…

Maintaining optimal health isn’t rocket science; it begins with something as basic as eating right. A balanced and nutritious diet can fend off chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes while helping those already battling such conditions manage their health better. “Healthy eating” might have a different look for each of us, but the ultimate aim remains the same: to cultivate a consistent pattern of consuming foods and beverages that provide the essential nutrients our bodies need to thrive. How can you embark on this journey towards healthier eating and make it a lifelong commitment? Let’s explore the most effective strategies, as recommended by experts. Understanding Good Nutrition: What Is…