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Report: Denver construction costs rise 10.37% outpacing national growth
Mortenson reports Denver construction costs increased 10.37% year over year, surpassing the national rise of 6.77%, driven by demand in healthcare and data centers.
Colorado’s Looming Healthcare Crisis: 10,000 Nurses Needed by 2026
Healthcare statistics in Colorado continue to show a predicted shortfall of 10,000 registered nurses and 54,000 allied health professionals such as medical and nursing assistants by 2026. This comes at […]
Colorado’s Mental Health Crisis: Innovative Services Poised to Improve Health Equity & Access
Colorado is facing a mounting mental health crisis made worse by the unprecedented staffing and economic pressures in the wake of the pandemic. The state currently ranks 45th nationally when […]
Nurse Entrepreneurship: A Solution to Colorado’s Nursing Shortage and Healthcare Challenges
As the population ages, two major changes are happening simultaneously in the United States: The number of patients needing care and the number of nurses retiring from the profession are […]
Maximizing Your Mental Health Insurance Benefits — A Guide for Gen Z in 2023
This past year, members of Generation Z began to turn 26, which, for many, meant leaving their families’ health insurance plans and picking their own for the very first time. […]
7 Tips for Choosing Your Health Insurance in 2023
Amid higher inflation, you may be looking at ways to adjust your lifestyle and spending habits. But when it comes to health care, it’s important to keep your well-being and budget in […]
The Future of Colorado Dental Care Lies in Digital Transformation
The dental benefits landscape stands to gain significantly from digital transformation, particularly in Colorado where access to dental healthcare is alarmingly low across certain patient populations. Presently, 1.3 million Coloradans […]
Telehealth to Play Key Role as Geriatric Population Soars
Whether you’re looking for services for yourself or for an elderly family member, navigating the programs available for seniors is as important as it is complex. More seniors who need […]
6 strategies to reduce health care disparities among employees and tackle top cost drivers
A recent white paper by the Health Action Council (HAC) and UnitedHealthcare finds companies that implement deliberate strategies around their employees’ most common chronic health conditions may improve overall employee health and achieve cost-savings over the long-term. The study also revealed a number of important disparities in care, which can be improved through a combination of lifestyl[...]
Tips to help make the most of your health plan in 2021
Now is the perfect time to learn how to maximize this year’s health benefits, which may help improve your health and possibly save money. Consider the following tips to help you take charge of your health and get the most out of your plan in 2021.
Four ways COVID-19 is changing health care–now and in the future
As Colorado and the nation continue to navigate the deep impacts of COVID-19, one thing seems certain—the pandemic has changed the way many of us have traditionally viewed and engaged with the health care system. Many times, crises create an urgency to speed up innovations to meet consumers’ demands and provide convenience. COVID-19 has led to a few emerging trends that may usher in permanent [...]
Well-being in tomorrow’s workplace
Colorado’s Center for Health, Work & Environment’s nonprofit program, Health Links, brings together science-led experts and mentors to equip employers to promote the health, safety and well-being of their workforces—right here in Colorado and with companies nationwide.
