You’re obviously here because you want to see better results from your organization’s patient education efforts. Let us show you some of the many ways we combine the science of behavior change, medically-proven engagement practices and the latest technology to deliver patient education that empowers patients to take an active role in their own healthcare for better outcomes – and lower costs.
Krames patient education is used in over half of U.S. hospitals and by an estimated 300,000 healthcare professionals.
We’ve got proof.
In a recent survey of end-users reviewing a Krames booklet:
“The graphics are amazing and everything is so understandable. It was a great guide to have when discussing prolapse with my doctor.”
"Very concise, easy to understand. Seems to cover all I need to know."
"...really helped me as a medical amateur facing an unknown procedure. The illustrations are top notch. Thank you for providing this service."
On December 10, 2019
By Dr. David Gregg, chief medical officer at StayWell More than 100 million U.S. adults have diabetes or prediabetes, a condition that often leads to type 2 diabetes within five years if left untreated.
Patient Education, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers, SMART on FHIR, Krames On FHIR
On December 4, 2019
Guest post from Anna Norton, CEO of DiabetesSisters, a proud StayWell partner StayWell partnered with DiabetesSisters when the nonprofit organization was looking to more simply showcase stories from women living with diabetes. Together, the organizations developed the Between the Lines microsite, which gives women with all types of diabetes a place to go for sisterly support and a comforting sense of community. There, they can find stories like Anna Norton’s below. Learn how Between the Lines...
On November 27, 2019
By Kari Wray, health coach at StayWell The holidays are here, the time of year where those enticing food options appear much more frequently. Not surprisingly, one study has discovered that in the United States, weight gain begins to rise throughout October and November, peaking 10 days after Christmas.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, My StayWell Platform, Weight Management
On October 24, 2019
By Erin Seaverson, senior director of research and evaluation at StayWell Employees who are engaged with their workplace well-being program feel more connected to their company and its culture—making them healthier, happier employees who are more likely to be present at work and stick with their company in the long run.
On October 23, 2019
Jordan Lamar has a deep passion for health and well-being. Here’s how it started, and how she’s followed it on a journey to faraway destinations, and a greater meaning closer to home.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, My StayWell Platform
On October 17, 2019
Aldo Cipriotti, StayWell Senior Program Manager for the Volvo Group and Mack Trucks, has spent his career improving health outcomes and helping people live healthier lives. His commitment to these endeavors was only strengthened after he lost his wife, Nicole, to breast cancer in 2017.
Health Observances, Employee Well-being, Employee Engagement
On October 3, 2019
By Dr. David Gregg, chief medical officer at StayWell Burnout is an epidemic that is rapidly spreading for all types of health care employees. Surgical residents in particular have one of the higher rates with nearly 70% reporting feelings of burnout.
On October 1, 2019
By Brooke C. Wheeler, senior medical writer at StayWell The health care industry continues to make major advancements that improve patients’ health and lives. Yet health care providers still face an ongoing fundamental challenge: ensuring that patients understand their own medical conditions and treatment plans.
Patient Engagement, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans
On September 29, 2019
By Dr. David Gregg, chief medical officer at StayWell You only have one heart—and you want to keep it at its healthiest. While you can’t do anything about some heart disease risks—like age, sex, or family history—you can make small changes to daily habits to lower your risk.
Health Observances, Healthy Lifestyle, Health Engagement, Healthcare Providers
On September 27, 2019
Guest post from the staff at the American Lung Association, a proud StayWell partner Fever, cough, chills, sore throat…could it be the flu? Millions of Americans get the flu each year, with a large number ending up in the hospital because of it (710,000 were hospitalized from 2017 to 2018). The contagious respiratory infection affects the entire body and is typically spread when a person coughs or sneezes.
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, American Lung Association
On September 23, 2019
By Kathryn Gerlock, VP of information security at StayWell Information security is a critical component to nearly every business these days, but it’s especially important when it comes to protecting highly sensitive health information. News stories continue to report on recent hacks, an increase in security threats, and the expanding lengths businesses are going to maintain higher security measures. As more work moves to technology platforms and cloud-based systems, the need for stronger IT...
Electronic Health Records, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans, Technology
On September 17, 2019
By Stefan Gingerich, M.S., Senior research analyst, StayWell StayWell’s employee well-being program, called Bean—a light-hearted nod to “well-being” and “human being”—gives us a chance to have fun with the work we do each day on behalf of the health systems, insurers, employers, and associations that we serve. It’s also an opportunity to sustain our commitment to using evidence-based strategies and determine how to establish the kind of culture that is effective for employees.
Healthy Lifestyle, Employee Well-being, My StayWell Platform
On September 12, 2019
By Erin Seaverson, senior director, research and evaluation at StayWell Getting high levels of employee participation in well-being programs has been a top priority for employers for a long time. It’s also been used as a main indicator of program success. But defining and measuring meaningful participation has remained a constant challenge.
On August 28, 2019
By Amy VanStee, editorial director at StayWell With the sheer volume of information bombarding us daily through social media, email, and texts, it’s easy for your message to get lost in the noise. That makes print an attention-getting way to reach consumers—and a smart addition to your health care marketing mix.
Patient Engagement, Patient Education, Healthcare Providers, Payer/Health Plans
On August 26, 2019
Guest post from the staff at the American Lung Association, a proud StayWell partner For the more than 6 million children living with asthma, gearing up for another school year involves much more than picking out new supplies and a backpack. Asthma is the leading cause of hospitalization among children under the age of 15 and a main reason why students miss school due to illness (10+ million school days lost every year).
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthcare Providers, American Lung Association
On August 22, 2019
By Robert Jones, chief financial officer at StayWell Research continues to show that workplace volunteerism provides both mental and physical well-being benefits, from reducing stress to boosting self-esteem. More than 50% of organizations participate in some form of volunteer program, but only 26% allow paid volunteer leave, according to SHRM’s 2019 Employee Benefits Survey.
On August 20, 2019
By StayWell patient education experts As the health care industry continues to focus on patient-centered care, providers strive to enhance the quality of care they deliver—with patient education that can make it easier for patients to understand and actively manage their health.
On August 15, 2019
By: Dr. David Gregg, chief medical officer at StayWell We’re in the middle of the “dog days” of August, which typically bring very hot, sultry temperatures to many regions around the country. For those who work outside, unbearable temperatures not only make it challenging to get the job done but can also create a dangerous working environment.
On August 14, 2019
By StayWell FHIR experts Better coordination, better care, better outcomes. These are shared goals across health care, and using innovative technologies, like SMART on FHIR®, is how to reach them. These technologies have the ability to create a smooth information exchange, in a secure manner, without custom code.
Patient Engagement, Electronic Health Records, Healthcare Providers, SMART on FHIR, Krames On FHIR
On August 7, 2019
Guest post from the staff at the American Lung Association, a proud StayWell partner Given the popularity of e-cigarettes, researchers have been working hard to debunk the belief that they are less harmful than traditional cigarettes. One recent study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine is giving the concerns behind vaping some additional traction.
Healthy Lifestyle, Freedom From Smoking, Tobacco Cessation, American Lung Association
