Heart disease and stroke are the worlds leading causes of death, claiming 18.6 million lives each year. September 29, 2022, is World Heart Day, a global campaign that encourages individuals, communities, healthcare providers, and governments to participate in activities related to heart health.

According to the National Academy of Medicine, approximately 100 million adults in the United States suffer chronic pain. Pain management is a medical specialty that takes a multidisciplinary approach to treat various types of chronic pain.

These are 5 helpful ways to keep yourself safe and avoid the Emergency Room.

The team-based model of care employed by South Carolina & Georgia House Calls (SC & GA HC) meets needs by actively engaging patients and having their providers practice to the full extent of their education, certification, and experience.

It is that time of year again when the days seem to stretch for an eternity and the sun tracking high in the sky makes it challenging to find those cool shady spots. Keeping your skin safe from damaging ultra-violet (UV) rays is something essential to include in your day-to-day summertime routine.

The power of a team in any industry rests in its expanded capabilities when focused on a common goal. A team approach in healthcare delivery uses the patient's overall wellness as its common goal. South Carolina & Georgia House Calls (SC & GA HC) combines their primary care offering with the expertise of multiple in-house specialties to benefit patients with varying needs by treating the whole patient.

People hire personal trainers to reach their fitness goals and to be held accountable for doing the work, and executives hire coaches to help them meet the goals they have set for their companies. South Carolina & Georgia House Calls (SC & GA HC) believes these same principles apply to patients setting healthcare goals, especially those suffering from chronic illnesses or struggling to make healthier lifestyle choices.

Medical care is not a one-way street. Patients involved in their care who view the patient-caregiver relationship as a partnership will often experience better outcomes. Here are eight things patients can do to ensure the best result when seeing their provider.

The world of telemedicine has experienced explosive growth, with the pandemic pushing telehealth into the mainstream. The change has also been spurred on by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) and private insurance companies recognizing the potential savings and value for the patient.

Multiple studies have shown a correlation between regular healthcare access and the reduction in hospitalizations. In addition to its primary care service, South Carolina & Georgia House Calls (SC & GA HS) has integrated over ten specialty services into its assisted living (ALF) offering.

South Carolina & Georgia House Calls (SC & GA HC) provides a continuity of care for their patients through an extensive network of resources. Those resources include multiple in-house specialties, including pharmacy, cardiology, psychotherapy, social work, diabetic specialty teams, and a new chronic care management program.

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