Collection of Infographics
There is a growing need for medical assistants and by 2024 it is projected that the average growth will be higher than all other occupations. Consequently, jobs in the healthcare support occupations are expected to increase by 18% come 2024. Let’s take a quick look at some of the benefits healthcare occupations training such as medical assistant training programs. Job Diversity: there are over 35 […] Read more »
One of the biggest issues in the United States is substance abuse. It affects families across the country. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that illicit drug use accounted for $193 billion in overall healthcare costs in 2007, while prescription opioid use accounted for $78.5 billion in overall healthcare costs in 2013. Trends show increasing opioid and heroin addiction in the U.S. Nurses play […] Read more »
With the UK voting on whether to remain in the European Union on June 23, one of the biggest subjects in the debate is the future of the National Health Service (NHS). Those campaigning to leave the EU believe that the NHS would be better off without the EU, whilst the remaining side believe it will fall apart if the UK leaves. Everyone has an […] Read more »
With the rising costs of medical waste disposal, many healthcare facilities are looking for ways to cut down on their costs. Most of these facilities are not even aware they are spending too much on their medical waste needs. Consider these 5 tips when determining if you are paying too much for medical waste disposal and find a proper vendor who will get you a […] Read more »
Patients are adopting social media to interact and shop for practices. But healthcare is still far behind. A majority of patients’ healthcare decisions are influenced by social media. In fact, they are already using it to “shop around” for the best physicians, hospitals and practices. Forty one percent of people said social media would affect their choice of a specific doctor, hospital, or medical facility. The […] Read more »
The news has been filled with issues of race, religion, gender equality, and many other topics of social justice. Social justice is the idea that every person deserves equal opportunities in every facet of life. The University of New England helps us understand the role of social workers in the world of social justice including equal political rights and opportunities (including civil rights), equal social rights and […] Read more »
Healthcare can be complex, but this infographic makes it simple by helping you understand how the Affordable Care Act may affect you or your family. Also known as Obamacare, there is a lot to know about the Affordable Care Act, including the penalties for not having health insurance. You may have to pay a penalty on your taxes if you do not have health coverage. […] Read more »
Health benefits are a difficult thing for most small businesses to provide for their employees. Yet the best employees won’t work for a company that doesn’t provide health benefits. The costs of group health insurance continue to climb ever higher, and it may be time to look at another option: Individual Health Insurance Reimbursement. Read more »
A quarter of our body’s bones are in our feet – 52 located in both of our feet and when these bones are out of alignment, so is the rest of our body. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the go and are on their feet for long hours and in choosing the right nursing shoe, they value comfort and functionality first, then style. Read more »
This infographic shares informative data to illustrate that humans are living longer lives. A high level of senior care is necessary during our senior years to make aging a graceful process. Learn about diseases to be aware of as well as daily activities that can become difficult to handle independently as we age. Avamere Family of Companies offers many levels of senior care services, both […] Read more »