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May 16, 2013

Springtime Weather Brings Opportunities to Get Active

March 20 is the first day of spring and most regions are starting to see warmer and dryer weather. The moderate temperatures bring more opportunities to be outdoors and increase your physical activity. Here are some suggestions for ways to use springtime weather to improve your body and mind! Walk, Walk, Walk Depending on your ... Springtime Weather Brings Opportunities to Get Active

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May 16, 2013

New EHR Incentive Program Requirements in 2014

Providers that currently are, or intending to, participate in the EHR Incentive Program should be aware of program updates so they are meeting all requirements. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the final Stage 2 Meaningful Use rules and it included changes made to Stage 1 as well. That change stated ... New EHR Incentive Program Requirements in 2014

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May 16, 2013

Managing Stress

April is National Stress Awareness Month and we are helping to promote the cause by sharing these tips for managing stress. These tips were obtained from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s website, http://www.cdc.gov/Features/HandlingStress/. Tips for Self Care – The best ways to manage stress in hard times are through self-care: Avoid Drugs and ... Managing Stress

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