A collection of blog posts, thought pieces, and other written work.
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How Home Health Tech Can Solve a Stubborn $290B Healthcare Challenge
Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash The good news on the medical front is that with advances in therapy, people with chronic diseases are able to remain in their homes and even live active lifestyles, which improves their quality of life and can save them, the government (Medicaid/Medicaid), and the insurance industry money. But — and it’s a…
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How Health Tech Can Combat the High Cost of Lifestyle Choices
Photo by Kim S. Ly on Unsplash Lifestyle choices can be costly to patients, their insurance companies and to the American healthcare system in general. For instance, obesity-related healthcare costs top $190 billion each year, while inactivity adds another $117 billion to our annual bill. Even things we generally take for granted, like drinking an adequate amount of water each day, can have…
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Can Digital Solve the Medication Non-Adherence Problem? Apple Thinks So
If you are reading this article, odds are you are taking medication for a chronic condition, such as pain, diabetes, or hypertension. Over 50% of US adults have at least one chronic condition, and over a quarter have multiple that they are managing. Unfortunately, medication adherence (or non-adherence as we will discuss) is extremely common…
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The Personal and Personalized Journey through LIFE ITSELF
What is the meaning of life itself? This is a very personal question with varied responses depending on age, experience, and overall health of an individual. For some, life itself is about spending quality time with family and friends; and for others, it might be taking on new challenges and a quest for knowledge. If…
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Three Steps That Elevated SeaWorld’s App Reviews From Rough to Rave
This blog was co-authored by Trenholm Ninestein and Adam Tierney. By the time your mobile app receives feedback on the App Store or Google Play stores, it’s too late. If the users of your app had a less than stellar experience, their grievances will be aired in public and your average app rating will take…