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Trump administration makes another healthcare price transparency push with…
Scott E. Rupp Healthcare AdministrationThe Trump administration thorn may be officially piercing the side of hospital administrators. As a result of a recent executive order by President Donald Trump, they will be required to make information concerning their negotiated rates with insurers public. Providers and payers will be ordered to give patients estimates for out-of-pocket costs for procedures in advance of the procedure, according to the order. Trump signed the order June 24. The idea is that if people can shop around, market forces may drive down costs.
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Plan to combat chronic absenteeism in Newark, New Jersey, sees initial…
Brian Stack EducationIn an article published last month, Chalkbeat's Patrick Wall reported that early data shows attendance gains in Newark, New Jersey, as a result of a district push to combat absenteeism. Wall reported that Superintendent Roger León launched an attendance campaign this past school year called "Give Me Five," where every district employee reminded five students to show up for the first day of school. Newark is not alone in its efforts to combat chronic absenteeism, an issue that plagues many communities from coast to coast.
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How to stop overnight communication errors at your hospital
Lisa Mulcahy Healthcare AdministrationOvernight shift workers at your hospital face unique challenges when it comes to effectively consulting each other. These issues can impact patient safety. From the sleep-deprived intern trying to ask the right diagnostic questions to optimum consultations strategies, you want to make sure your staff is always communicating wisely and effectively. The good news: these science-proven strategies can help cut confusion, refocus concentration and ensure accuracy. Use these strategies to make your overnight policies foolproof.
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Alternative meat products grow rapidly as more big names enter the sector
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageA Barclays report on alternative meat predicts that the nascent industry will reach $140 billion over the next decade. The growing demand for animal-free food products will help it capture approximately 10% of the $1.4 trillion global meat industry. As consumers become more health- and environment-conscious, and demand more cruelty-free foods, the plant-based protein market continues to grow. Advocates of the new industry also add low sodium content to the growing list of advantages over traditional meats.
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Healthy eating at work: It may save your life
Victoria Fann Food & BeveragePoor eating habits and work seem to go hand in hand. Just ask my sister. She’s worked in the corporate headquarters for a large retailer for the past 10 years. I asked her how easy it was to eat healthy there. She said that it depended on what level of healthy I meant, and broke it down into three levels.
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5 problems facing social media in 2019
Mashaal Ryan MarketingIn this article, we’ll look at five main problems that are causing people to "break up with their phones" or quit social media altogether. These are the toxic parts of the new online world. As businesses, we need social media to be relevant and stay in the eyes of the consumer, too. However, there are lines that could be crossed if you aren’t careful. Here are just a few issues that are erupting every day on the internet.
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Fun alternatives to a 4-year college degree with the GI Bill
Roy Phillips Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityI would never discourage someone from pursuing a college degree. However, not every veteran is interested in obtaining a four-year degree. Also, many vets have completed academic degrees while they were on active duty. Many veterans, especially those who served in the Reserve component of their service branch, may be entitled to only a portion of the total benefit provided by the GI Bill. With vets who fall into these categories in mind; here are some fun ways to use up your GI Bill without committing to four years of full-time schooling.
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6 steps to great church video
Mark MacDonald Religious CommunityPeople love video. If your church communication does not contain video, you need to start considering how to add it to your mix. But it’s a difficult thing to do! Many churches now have a few people who understand light, and edit and produce videos. However, great videos always start with a great story that needs to be discovered or written. Start small and work toward more complex videos as required! For a great, basic video that tells a compelling story, here are six steps.
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Air quality at national parks may be as bad as the US’ largest cities
Scott E. Rupp Waste Management & EnvironmentalMillions of tourists will soon begin their treks across this great land during their annual summer vacations. Many of these people will find their way into America's national parks. They will come for the physical beauty, the nature, the outdoors, and the fresh air. Or so they think. As it turns out, we’re not breathing in the such clean air in the great outdoors of the National Park System. According to a new report, even our most well-known parks are covered with dangerous levels of pollution; roughly 96% of national parks are struggling with significant air quality issues.
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New study unveils the biggest marketing opportunities on Instagram
Emma Fitzpatrick MarketingDid you know 90% of marketers are using Instagram to promote their products, according to a new report by Social Media Today? As of late, Instagram is the place for businesses to be. Reach on Facebook keeps dropping. New users aren’t flocking to Twitter or Snapchat. But on Instagram, the audience and engagement levels just keep growing. Marketers don’t see that wave stopping soon, either. As Instagram marketing becomes increasingly important, read on to learn what aspects of the platform offer the most opportunity.