(BPT) – Meet Amanda, a New Jersey resident and lifelong hockey fan who has a passion for volunteering and advocacy that — almost — parallels her love for the New York Rangers. Much of Amanda’s day-to-day looks like that of other people, but what many don’t know about Amanda is that she has been living…
(BPT) – By Kenji Inaba, MD, FACS, FRCSC Injuries that cause severe bleeding can happen at any time and anywhere — in your kitchen, at work or from a car accident. And without quick intervention, these severe injuries can cause death from blood loss within minutes. The good news is that anyone can step in…
(BPT) – May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month — aimed at raising awareness around asthma and helping improve the lives of those living with this condition. Did you know that if you are an adult 19 or older with asthma, you are at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia? Pneumococcal pneumonia is a potentially…
(BPT) – Millions of people experience menstrual periods, so why is it difficult to talk about it? Unlike other normal body functions, people still find it uncomfortable to discuss menstruation due to longstanding misunderstandings and biases. This taboo makes it hard for women to have conversations with friends, family members, and even their healthcare providers….
(BPT) – Have you experienced a virtual health visit? We know that people enjoy the convenience and potential cost-savings of virtual health because it often eliminates the need to travel, find childcare and take time off work. However, there are challenges standing in the way of a seamless, consistent, high-quality and frictionless experience that’s accessible…
