Health & Healthcare

Every September, Suicide Prevention Month reminds us of the importance of reaching out to those at risk. We know that for our military service members, a period of high risk occurs when they leave the military and begin civilian life.

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a significant global health challenge impacting millions of people around the world and with the potential to lead to even greater disruptions to care if not addressed.

Factors such as geography, income, education, gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and other circumstances can all too often adversely impact access to healthcare and, as a result, a person’s ability to live a healthy life.

David Stalls thought the dangerous heart rhythm problem that plagued his health was a curse—until he turned treating it into a new career.

Four years ago, Taylor Brown received a bone marrow transplant at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta as treatment for severe aplastic anemia.

Earlier this year, more than 100 DaVita teammates (employees) from across the country gathered in Florida for the inaugural DaVita Recess, a two-day immersive experience designed to celebrate service, leadership and connection.

Do you rarely think about your blood sugar levels unless they dip and you start feeling shaky and sweaty? If so, you’re not alone. However, these days it’s becoming trendy to monitor blood sugar levels around the clock—and not just for people who have diabetes.

Florida KidCare, a state-sponsored healthcare program, provides low-cost, high-quality health insurance to children from birth through age 18. It includes several income-based CHIP programs, including Florida Healthy Kids, MediKids, and Children’s Medical Services Health Plans.

For the more than half a million Americans receiving dialysis, treatment doesn't end when they leave the center. Many patients manage complex medication regimens at home, often taking more than 10 pills daily.

Physical exams, vision and hearing screenings, dental check-ups, even car seat installations are all part of the Community Assistance and Resource Event – or CARE Fair as it’s known – conducted by the Junior League of Salt Lake City each June and July.