The newest threat to health equity: digital access Jessica Plante The newest threat to health equity: digital access Telehealth helps patients overcome numerous barriers to care. But it highlights a growing problem in the digital age: the digital divide. Apr 13, 2021 Jessica Plante
To boost vaccination rates, think outside of the box Jessica Plante To boost vaccination rates, think outside of the box The key to widespread vaccination doesn't just lie in having doses available. It also lies in helping people gain access to vaccinations. Mar 30, 2021 Jessica Plante
Visualizing the future of social determinants care Jessica Plante Visualizing the future of social determinants care The case has been made for integrating social care into medical practice. But what does that actually look like? Mar 9, 2021 Jessica Plante
Why integration is key to effectively addressing the social determinants of health Jessica Plante Why integration is key to effectively addressing the social determinants of health Health systems understand the connection between social conditions and health status. But are they equipped to truly address that connection? Feb 23, 2021 Jessica Plante
Can technology decentralize the hospital? Jessica Plante Can technology decentralize the hospital? Telehealth moved primary care out of the doctor's office and into the community. Can that same decentralization happen to hospitals? Feb 2, 2021 Jessica Plante
To boost vaccination rates, policymakers should look to Jobs Theory Jessica Plante To boost vaccination rates, policymakers should look to Jobs Theory COVID vaccines are starting to roll out, but not everyone's on board. How can health officials ensure widespread adherence? Jan 21, 2021 Jessica Plante
It’s not all bad: What we learned about healthcare in 2020 Jessica Plante It’s not all bad: What we learned about healthcare in 2020 As the whirlwind that was 2020 comes to an end, health professionals have several takeaways they can bring into the new year. Dec 17, 2020 Jessica Plante
What Biden’s health plan needs in order to foster innovation Jessica Plante What Biden’s health plan needs in order to foster innovation With the election over, future policy decisions are now in the spotlight. Does Joe Biden's health plan do enough to improve US healthcare? Dec 8, 2020 Jessica Plante
Is the US ready to bring healthcare back into the home? Jessica Plante Is the US ready to bring healthcare back into the home? With COVID continuing to lessen traffic through doctors offices and hospitals, is it time to revisit the home healthcare model? Oct 27, 2020 Jessica Plante
Drones: High-tech? Yes. Disruptive? Maybe not. Jessica Plante Drones: High-tech? Yes. Disruptive? Maybe not. Pharmacies are starting to rely on drones to complete deliveries. But this airborne delivery service may not replace delivery trucks just yet. Oct 13, 2020 Jessica Plante
Teletherapy’s post-pandemic staying power Jessica Plante Teletherapy’s post-pandemic staying power Teletherapy is seeing the same success as other telehealth services. Theory can tell us if teletherapy is built to last. Oct 1, 2020 Jessica Plante
In the face of COVID-19, anti-vaping campaigns are more important than ever Jessica Plante In the face of COVID-19, anti-vaping campaigns are more important than ever Youth vaping remains its own public health crisis. COVID-19 may be the make-or-break moment anti-vaping campaigns have been looking for. Sept 17, 2020 Jessica Plante