HEALTH CARE

Reducing disparities in stroke patient outcomes starts with improving access to treatment

For over 20 years, the Grand Rapids African American Health Institute has worked to address and eliminate racial and health inequities across our health care systems – ensuring that all West Michigan residents have access to optimal health care without race being an impediment.

Three steps that might help employers save on health care costs

When it comes to offering health benefits to employees, every employer has two primary goals: improve coverage and lower costs.

Advanced directives give grace beyond measure in times of crisis

In the world of hospice care, there’s a phrase that surfaces all too often: “It always seems too soon until it’s too late.”

Why taking care of our seniors is good for business

The world’s population of elderly people, those age 70 and older, will sharply increase as baby boomers enter this age bracket.

Pandemic has many considering business exits

The tumult of the past 15 months is leading many business owners to think about retirement, but a local firm says only 1 in 4 have a formal succession plan in place.

3 cost-saving strategies that may be missing from your business’s pharmacy benefits

With the cost of prescription drugs continuing to skyrocket, you may be seeing an effect on your bottom line.

National Healthcare Decision Day is a reminder to make a plan

The ongoing pandemic has done more than its share to disrupt schedules, affect livelihoods and alter the way we interact with family and friends.

Creating space for people with autism in the workplace

Even in times without a pandemic, people on the autism spectrum have a disproportionately more difficult time finding jobs than those not on the spectrum.

The benefits of sourcing medical devices locally

In a world filled with so much uncertainty, one thing is sure: There are medical device manufacturers in your neighborhood that are thrilled to help you save patient lives.

What the disability rights movement and universal design can teach us about business and life in the age of COVID-19

The now tired tagline, “we’re all in this together,” may forever owe the COVID-19 pandemic for its fame, but it’s far from being a novel concept.

Focus on mental health as you return to work

As a mental health nonprofit focused on working with Michigan’s youth, we want to provide helpful tips that can be implemented to help mentally prepare you for your post-COVID-19 workplace.

Continuing healthy aging through motherhood and beyond

It is possible to feel good and be resilient in times of stress, including the stressful time of menopause transition.

Planning amid chaos: Why you should participate in National Healthcare Decisions Day

During times of uncertainty like we’re in now, it’s more important than ever to create a plan that leaves nothing to chance.

Seven daily habits to stay healthy and active during uncertain times

The Seven Essential Elements of Daily Success (SEEDS) can help you feel better through these stressful times while improving the odds of healthy aging.

How to talk about mental health with your employees

In a “pull yourself up by the bootstraps” world, there’s still great stigma around mental illness and seeking treatment. But since this crushing pandemic, a different approach must be taken to retain and engage our teams.

Mental health amidst the COVID-19 madness

COVID-19 updates are continuously making their way into headlines, and it seems there is a new recommendation, precaution or mandate shared with every blink...

COVID-19 and the medical device industry

Over the past few weeks, COVID-19 has been at the top of the news. The disease is impacting communities and industries across the globe...

Noticing changes in your aging loved ones during the holidays

The holiday season is a joyous time. Families come together to share delicious meals and celebrate traditions. When family members live out of state...

Patient advocacy in health care: 3 questions to ask

When the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors was founded, no long-term support existed for those impacted by burn injuries. Our founder saw a need...

A memory care community checklist

No one should have to care for a loved one with dementia alone. But finding someone you can trust to keep your loved one...

Changing with the times in a traditional field

When people hear the word “manufacturing,” most think of warehouses and assembly lines. They think of a traditional factory setting. As younger generations enter the...

Understanding the caregiver journey

Providing essential help for a loved one in need can be very enjoyable and gratifying, but it can also cause stress and exhaustion. While...

Quality in medical device manufacturing

Medical devices have the potential to greatly impact patients’ lives, which is a truth the medical device manufacturing industry keeps in mind at all...

The medical legacy of the Midwest

The medical industry relies on innovation and passionate people for new solutions to health care problems. Luckily, the Midwest has contributed significant advances in...

3D printing is revolutionizing the medical industry

Additive manufacturing, which also is referred to as “manufacturing with 3D printing,” is a technology that was first introduced in the 1980s. The process...