How local health departments can have fun reducing the spread of infections! The handshake, thought by some to have originated as a gesture of peace, is on its way out. This ancient form of greeting has been practiced as far back as the 5th century BC. So why is there a push to ban […]
Read MorePatagonia Health to engage with NCPHA audience with encore presentations at the 2014 NCPHA conference. The NCPHA conference is quickly approaching! This year’s conference will be held September 17-19, 2014 at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside. Speaking Engagements Patagonia Health is a proud sponsor of NCPHA and will be presenting EHR Best Practices and New […]
Read MoreThe terms “Electronic Medical Records” (EMR) and “Electronic Health Records” (EHR) are so often used interchangeably and also incorrectly. There are some important distinctions between the two, especially in Public Health settings! Let us simplify it for you. Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), simply put, are just the digital version of the traditional paper charts in […]
Read MoreCalling all North Carolina Public Health Departments! Will you join the cause for a healthier state? “Healthy NC 2020 serves as our state’s health improvement plan, which will address and improve our state’s most pressing health priorities. Our goal is to be one of the healthiest states in the nation.” -the Center for Healthy North […]
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