Author: Sharika Soukup

Black health care providers in Chicago look to end treatment inequality

June 8, 2022 Sharika Soukup

When Chantina Wilson was six months pregnant, she started having abdominal pains. She scheduled an appointment with her doctor, a white man, who told her she was having Braxton-Hicks contractions. But this wasn’t Wilson’s first pregnancy. She knew what contractions felt like. Still, her doctor ignored her protests and sent her home with prescription-strength Tylenol….

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The Ultimate Guide To Getting Enough Protein

June 7, 2022 Sharika Soukup

One of the most common misconceptions about a vegan diet is that it’s difficult to meet your recommended daily vegan protein intake if you don’t eat meat. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. There is an abundance of plant-based sources that are as protein-rich and delicious as a steak, if not more so….

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They thought they bought Obamacare. But they didn’t get insurance : Shots

June 7, 2022 Sharika Soukup

A Google search for Obamacare plans can direct consumers to a series of “lead-generating” websites: nongovernmental webpages that connect insurance brokers to consumers. Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Getty Images A Google search for Obamacare plans can direct consumers to a series of “lead-generating” websites: nongovernmental webpages that connect insurance brokers to consumers. Getty…

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Advocate Aurora/Atrium merger to-do list: culture, communication and control

June 7, 2022 Sharika Soukup

The 2018 integration between Downers Grove, Illinois-based Advocate Health Care and Milwaukee-based Aurora Health Care went well, which is a good sign going forward, said Paul Keckley, an industry consultant. “I heard it went well and cultures meshed. A lot of that was because Advocate pushed its accountable care organization early on and that was…

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3 Science-Backed Benefits of CBD Oil and How to Use It Safely

June 7, 2022 Sharika Soukup

The health benefits of CBD oil include reducing pain, treating epilepsy, and possibly easing anxiety. You should not take CBD oil if you are pregnant or on certain medications like antidepressants or antipsychotics. Make sure to check your state’s CBD laws, as it is illegal in some states, or you may require a medical card….

Concrete flooring mitigating vapour related failures

June 7, 2022 Sharika Soukup

Photos courtesy Maxxon By Heather (Yario) Rice Whether for new construction or renovation, proper subfloor preparation is essential for executing a high-quality floor installation while extending the life of the finish flooring. In the last 20 to 30 years, regulations on volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have made buildings safer for occupants; however, these regulations have…

How adoptees, parents can access adoption support groups and mental health services

June 6, 2022 Sharika Soukup

Parents who have adopted internationally or privately get little support if things go wrong. A USA TODAY investigation into broken adoptions found one of the major challenges facing adoptive families is access to support and mental health services. Roughly half of states provide post-adoption services only to families who adopt from foster care, leaving parents…

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A Vision Of Healthcare 3.0

June 6, 2022 Sharika Soukup

Ranjan Singh is co-founder and CEO of HealthHero. getty Healthcare is entering its third evolutionary stage. According to a report by Deloitte, the primary focus during the first stage was on institutions; medical providers were the “source of ultimate reference.” The second stage saw a greater focus on doctors, with medical providers seen as having…

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