America’s Health Rankings™ 2007

Case managers will want to download this report from United Health Foundation as it has direct implication on what we do each day and on the outcomes we say we can produce. Share this report with your team and utilize it to kick off 2008 as you brainstorm to improve the care you provide in your setting. Make sure you take a minute and watch the videos located on this page. Reed Tuckson, M.D., executive vice president of United Health Group, provides an important overview of the Foundation’s Mission and of goals on improving health and health care of U.S. citizens. Click here for the report.

USA Today picks the top 25 medical events from past 25 years

Take a trip down memory lane to see how many of these stories you remember over your career. As a country, we have made some significant advances in improving health and health care. Click here to wind down memory lane.

Pitney Bowes: A best practice in improving employee health and innovative practices to contain cost

Pitney Bowes has been a leader in health care for many years. An article in Workforce Management in January 2007 provides a good overview that case managers should find interesting. If you want a magazine that will keep you up-to-date on workplace issues, take time to explore this important resource. Click here to explore.

Health coaching: A growing trend at UPS

I wish I would get a call from a Health Coach! Take a minute to read the article and watch the video on “health coaching.” This is a task that is being added to many case manager’s job descriptions. It is a different practice than traditional case management, but a new and exciting role for those willing to learn new skills. Click here to find out more on this emerging field.