According to the Mayo Clinic over 3 million people are treated for hay fever every year and, no doubt, countless other cases go unreported as well. Hay fever affects the head, sinuses and throat and can cause a decrease in productivity and general malaise. Although seasonal allergies are the most common culprit, it is possible to…
For most, hospitalization is a scary proposition. Even if admitted for a specific procedure, the reality of interrupted routines and sleep patterns plus constant poking and prodding makes even the most compliant of patients anxious for discharge. Yet, according to a recent New York Times article, patients should be very leery of a rapid discharge…
The advent of technology in the medical field has transformed not only patient expectations regarding their care, but the manner in which patients communicate with providers as well. This sentiment was echoed recently by Matthew Patrick, CEO of Get Real Health client South London and Maudsley Foundation (SLaM). As the UK’s largest metal health provider,…
When Mother Nature strikes, the devastating effects can be felt long after the storm has passed. Whether a hurricane, tornado, tsunami or blizzard like the one that rocked the North East over the weekend, damage extends beyond what you see on the news. Those managing chronic conditions are often the most effected by harsh weather….
It is widely known that today’s college students are tech savvy and view their mobile phone as a life line. Students at a university in Pennsylvania are experiencing first-hand how InstantPHR can turn any mobile device into a literal life saver. Get Real Health client, KeyHIE, is partnering with a local university in Pennsylvania on…
Get Real Health had a banner year in 2015 with growth and extended reach on a national and international level. There were so many highlights we decided to share them as we look forward to even greater success in the coming year. The first quarter ended with a bang when our InstantPHR product landed in…
Don’t Take a Holiday from Health During the Holidays The holidays are a time to count our blessings and celebrate with family and friends. With all this merriment, it’s easy to overlook counting calories which is just as important. Studies estimate that Americans gain an average of 1 to 3 pounds over the holidays (the…
The American Diabetes Association estimates that nearly 10% of our population suffers from diabetes and further predicts that by 2050, diabetes will affect a staggering 1 in 3 Americans. Additionally, some 86 million Americans currently live with prediabetes and risk developing Type 2 diabetes at some point in their lifetime These are numbers that cannot…
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness and Caregivers Month. Alzheimer’s, like many debilitating conditions, not only affects sufferers but family members and caregivers as well. Sadly, the rate of Alzheimer’s instances is outpacing research and treatments, making caring for patients a long-term proposition. In 2014 alone, it is estimated that friends and family of those…
Research targets specific tools to make mobile apps effective According to an mHealth Intelligence article, chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease are responsible for a large portion of healthcare spending. As such, managing these conditions and improving outcomes has emerged as a priority in the industry. The American Health Information Management Association’s (AHIMA) recently…
International Infection Prevention Week highlights immunizations This week, October 18-24, is International Infection Prevention Week. This time of year in particular, an ounce of prevention goes a long way. We are on the cusp of Flu season and according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), an annual flu shot is the best way to…
In this video, Robin Wiener, President of Get Real Health discusses the struggle patients have of signing up for multiple patient portals and how our InstantPHR platform helps solve that issue. Robin: “The patients go into a hospital, or first they go to a doctor’s office before they go to the hospital, and then say “Oh, sign up for…
