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Straight from the Frontlines, MeMD Breaks Down Impact of Healthcare Technologies with In Business

MeMD President and CFO Glenn Dean discusses how technology has affected the spectrum of care delivery in October's issue of In Business. Noting that technology like telehealth has helped medical professionals better detect, diagnose and treat disease, while improving access to care.

By Kat Smith October 3, 2018

Fitness Newsletter

Want to Learn Something New? Sleep on It (Or Sweat on It)

When you want to learn a new skill or study for a test, you probably rely on the old methodology of practice makes perfect. But, while practice doesn’t hurt, you need to think about how you follow-up those practice or study sessions to make the new information stick. Recent research has indicated that what you […]

By Kat Smith September 20, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

4 Steps to Avoid Binge Eating

Binge eating is a frequently overlooked eating disorder in the United States, and, unfortunately, it is also one of the most common. Binge eating disorder, or BED, is characterized by sessions of eating large amounts of food in the absence of hunger, often within an isolated environment. With frequent episodes of extreme overeating, individuals with […]

By Kat Smith September 20, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Falling for Fall – Tips to Prevent Fall-Related Injuries at Home

Fall is arriving, which means it’s time to open our hearts to pumpkin spice lattes and pull our favorite sweaters out of the closet. It’s also the perfect time to highlight one of the most common causes of emergency room visits throughout any season—falls around the house. Tripping and falling may seem like no big […]

By Kat Smith September 20, 2018

MeMD News Press Release

Free Telehealth Visits for People Impacted by Hurricane Florence

Residents of North Carolina and South Carolina Displaced by the Storm Can Call National Telehealth Provider MeMD, Toll-Free, to Receive Medical Care for Non-Life-Threatening Illnesses and Injuries SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Sept. 17, 2018) – In an effort to provide assistance and relief to individuals and families displaced by Hurricane Florence, national telehealth provider MeMD

By Kat Smith September 19, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

What You Should Know About Intermittent Fasting

Intermittent fasting is probably a trend you’ve overheard coworkers talking up around the office, and naturally you are left to wonder: Is it an effective weight loss method or just another unhealthy fad?

By Kat Smith August 22, 2018

Fitness Newsletter

4 Ways to Make Your Gym Visits Less Gross

While most Instagram accounts would have you believe that the gym is a haven for attractive people and sweat-free workouts, it’s actually a frightening place for your immune system if you’re not careful and cautious. Here’s how to make the gym more of your Instagram fantasy and less of a bacterial wasteland...

By Kat Smith August 22, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Do You Need Couples Therapy?

Couples therapy can have real benefits and it may be the most constructive way to get your relationship back on track, or even build a stronger relationship before big problems and challenges arise...

By Kat Smith August 22, 2018

Health & Wellness

Finding the Right Mental Health Professional for Your Needs

There are many reasons you may decide it’s time to see a mental health specialist, but how do you find the right fit? You’ll want to put in the time and effort to find the mental healthcare provider who’s a match for your personality and lifestyle by taking the following essential steps...

By Kat Smith July 26, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Foods that Will Crash Your Diet and Your Mood

You may already know that foods like fatty fish and whole grains can fuel the brain with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, but do you know which foods will have the opposite effect and sour your mood as a result?

By Kat Smith July 17, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Feeling Anxious? Here’s How to Beat the Heat and Summer Anxiety

If you’ve noticed that you tend to be more on-edge when it’s hot outside, it’s not just you. This is a common sensation, because heat leads to stress and agitation. Here’s a look at what you can do to beat the heat and your anxiety as well...

By Kat Smith July 17, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

6 Types of Fly Bites You May Get this Summer (And What to Do About Them)

From small, itchy bumps to large, unsightly welts the size of a golf ball - we’ll help you learn to identify what kind of fly might have bitten you and offer tips for relief as well as some help preventing fly bites to begin with this summer...

By Kat Smith July 17, 2018

MeMD News Press Release

Phoenix Business Journal Recognizes Dr. John Shufeldt Among Finalists in 2018 Health Care Heroes Awards

The Phoenix Business Journal selected MeMD Founder and CEO Dr. John Shufeldt as a finalist in the Innovator category for the 2018 Health Care Heroes awards...

By Kat Smith July 10, 2018

Fitness Newsletter

How to cope with extreme post-workout soreness

It’s normal to be a little sore after a good workout. However, sometimes the soreness might ebb into more extreme territory and have you feeling like it’s hard to get up and move around at all. These four tips might help ease your misery...

By Kat Smith June 19, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

What’s the deal with Nitrates and Nitrites?

Strike - you're out! From baseball games, to backyard cookouts—here's why you should put down the hot dog (and other cured or processed meats).

By Kat Smith June 19, 2018

Health & Wellness Newsletter

Can Seasonal Allergies Be a Predictor of Mental Illness?

Birds are singing and flowers are blooming — however springtime and its associated allergies may have an interesting consequence, according to a new study allergies and mental health may in fact be related.

By Kat Smith June 19, 2018

MeMD News Press Release

Why Employers Nationwide are Incorporating Teletherapy into Benefits Packages

Telebehavioral health services enable companies to improve productivity, save money and remove barriers to mental health care...

By Kat Smith June 7, 2018

Health & Wellness Industry News

How to Choose a Telehealth Partner that Fits Your Business Model, Meets Employee Needs

With so many telehealth vendors to choose from, how do you select the one that’s best for your business and employee benefits package? By considering these seven key factors when vetting a telehealth partner...

By Kat Smith May 31, 2018

Health & Wellness Industry News

The Role of Telehealth in Fighting Opioid Abuse

Nationwide, leaders and organizations are leading the fight against opioid abuse. Their efforts to curtail opioid over-prescription are already showing promise, including using on-going therapy to treat the underlying causes of drug abuse...

By Kat Smith May 21, 2018

Fitness Newsletter

What Physical Activity Does for Your Cognitive Health

Need another reason to motivate yourself to hit the gym? Exercise is one of the best ways to prevent cognitive decline later in life, and it can also boost your brain power in your prime years...

By Kat Smith May 16, 2018