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Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase & Co. to Partner on U.S. Employee Healthcare |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/30/2018 08:03 AM
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Seattle, Omaha & New York...Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A, BRK.B) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) announced today that they are partnering on ways to address healthcare for their U.S. employees, with the aim of improving employee satisfaction and reducing costs. The three companies, which bring their scale and complementary expertise to this long-term effort, will pursue this objective through an independent company that is free from profit-making incentives and constraints. The initial focus of the new company will be on technology solutions that will provide U.S. employees and their families with simplified, high-quality and transparent healthcare at a reasonable cost.
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Listening is Vital Tool for Family Nurse Practitioner Laura Keller |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/29/2018 02:47 PM
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Valley Springs, CA...“Kindness goes a long way in healing” notes Family Nurse Practitioner Laura Keller. “Just listening to people makes a huge difference.” Laura has recently joined the staff at Mark Twain Family Medical Center in Valley Springs and explains, “I’m here to provide care for people of all ages.” She received her RN degree from College of the Redwoods in Fort Bragg and her FNP certificate from the University of California, Davis.
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ZUMBA Glow Party Fundraiser on February 2nd. |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/25/2018 07:48 PM
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Arnold, CA...ZUMBA Glow Party Fundraiser on February 2nd.
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Dignity Health and The Mark Twain Health Care District to Continue Partnership |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/24/2018 12:04 PM
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San Andreas, CA... “Dignity Health is pleased with the Health Care District Board’s decision to continue the successful affiliation with Dignity Health. The affiliation will enable Mark Twain Medical Center to advance health care for residents throughout Calaveras County and to ensure patients continue to have access to high-quality, compassionate care.
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Mark Twain Health Care District Votes 4-0 For New Lease For Dignity Health & The Mark Twain Medical Center. |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/24/2018 09:47 AM
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San Andreas, CA...At this morning's board meeting the Mark Twain Health Care District Board voted 4-0 to approve a new lease for the Mark Twain Medical Center for Dignity Health. This is the first of several pieces on this great news. Enclosed is details of the proposed agreement that were released a few weeks ago. The formal & finalized agreement will no doubt have several changes but this should give you an generalized idea of the agreement...
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Physician Assistant Star Hildabrand: Treating Generations of Patients in Angels Camp |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/18/2018 02:21 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Physician Assistant Star Hildabrand has watched many young patients grow up during her 13 years at the Angels Camp Family Medical Center. “The kids I first saw when I started here in 2005 are now teens and young adults. I’ve been taking care of them their whole lives.” Over the years, Star has seen a steady increase in patient population at the center. “People have confidence in us and the services we provide,” she says. “Our goal is to establish on-going relationships with our patients. On the other hand, it’s not unusual for us to see people in their 50’s who have never been to the doctor before.”
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SilverSneakers is Now Available at Big Trees Fitness & Give The Gift of Fitness. |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/13/2018 01:52 PM
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Arnold, CA...We stopped by Big Trees Fitness and Melissa Wagner told us about the SilverSneakers that Big Trees Fitness just qualified for. SilverSneakers is a complete program that is available to most seniors at no cost. SilverSneakers is a fitness program for adults 65+ comes free with qualifying health plans, giving you unlimited access to thousands of fitness locations across the country. From weights and machines to group classes led by certified instructors, we have something for everyone at all levels of ability. For younger fitness buffs Big Trees Fitness is offering the Gift of Fitness with the special offer of Three Months for only $99.
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Start The New Year Off Right With Body Trend in Angels Camp |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/12/2018 01:57 PM
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Angels Camp, CA...Body Trend Personal Training Facility in Angels Camp has Personal and Group Rates. Their personal trainers can help you reach your fitness goals. They are at 473 S Main St, Angels Camp and give them a call at 209.736.2815
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Influenza Cases are Increasing in California Health Officials Encourage Californians to Get Vaccinated ~ Dean Kelaita, M.D. |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/11/2018 09:45 AM
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San Andreas, CA...Calaveras County Public Health Division is monitoring influenza activity throughout our community. Though activity in Calaveras County has not yet increased, activity in California is widespread and at levels usually seen at the peak of the influenza season. Health officials encourage Californians to get vaccinated.
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Nurse Practitioner Ann Radford Mentors Patients Beyond Their Symptoms |
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Posted by: thepinetree on 01/10/2018 03:05 PM
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Arnold, CA...Throughout her career, Nurse Practitioner Ann Radford says she has always recognized that lifestyle choices and personal challenges greatly influence the health of her patients. “I’ve always tried to mentor patients beyond their symptoms,” she explains. That attitude led her to recently earn certification as a Life Coach, something she believes complements her training as a nurse and brings broader perspective to her role at the Arnold Medical Clinic.
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