National Webinars on Health Care Law

http://www.hhs.gov/partnerships/resources/aca_101-invite.html

Do you ever talk to you patients about the Health Care Law? This would be a good resource for those who need clarification on the Affordable Care Act. The Department of Health  and Human Services are offering a conference call that is  open to public regarding Health Care Law 101. It's also in Spanish. I hope you find it helpful!

Doctors Answers Their Texts Faster Than Pagers

http://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information-technology/7-ways-to-secure-physician-text-messages.html

It's the best invention ever! It's not only the doctors but anyone- even my mother with arthritic fingers answers text messages quicker than the phone call. In my opinion, there's a lot more advantages to using this technology as a way to communicate. It improves workflow, increases patients and providers satisfaction, miscommunications with foreign speaking providers will be avoided. (have you ever tried spelling Rolling Walker to a new resident?) It's pretty embarrasing. The problem however, is  keeping it secure. This article outlined ways to keep text messages secure. I think it's worth giving it a try.

Women Are Lucky

http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2012/07/14/Health-reform-Women-may-be-winners/UPI-21671342320564/

When it comes to the Health Reform, research shows women are winners. Once fully implemented, the rates of unsinsured will significantly dropped. It will also cover a lot more preventive services  without costs that are just for women. So, are you feeling lucky now?

Frequently Asks Questions About The HealthCare Reform

 http://health.heraldtribune.com/2012/07/02/health-care-reform-101-your-questions-answered/

 There are so many articles that are out there about HealthCare Reform. I thought this is the most concise and comprehensive one. I have a hard time keeping up with it myself. Hopefully this will help you understand it better.