This article was written by Lisa Miller. SDOH Hospital Strategies In my previous blog, I explained the importance of assessing your hospital for SDOH readiness. The next step is to implement research-proven SDOH strategies for your hospital. This article is the first part of those strategies. Introduction Multiple federal, state and private initiatives have been
This article was written by Lisa Miller. Hospital Assessment of SDOH Readiness Social determinants of health (SDOH) continues to emerge as a significant healthcare trend for 2020, increasing the need for your hospital to carry out an assessment of SDOH readiness. Healthcare providers are recognizing the significance of this issue by investing in programs focusing
This article was written by Lisa Miller. Healthcare and Social Isolation Social isolation and the impact on health is a vital consideration for healthcare providers, to such an extent that it has been described as America’s “next public health issue.” The definition of social isolation Social isolation can be defined as quantifiable social disconnectedness, a
