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🥬 🏥 We’re proud to welcome a new partner into our comprehensive digital health ecosystem and enlist in bitewell’s mission to improve the world’s health through food! 🥗🍴 United by our shared commitment to meet individuals wherever they are in their personal health journey, Sharecare’s partnership with bitewell gives people the tools and education they need to harness the power of food-as-medicine. Through the partnership, Sharecare’s existing nutrition solutions will be complemented by access to the world’s first digital food farmacy, which makes healthy food accessible, affordable, and actionable for every American. bitewell’s revolutionary model turns nutrition insights into easy actions tailored to an individual’s specific needs and goals. Along the way, people are educated on the use of food-as-medicine through the company’s proprietary food navigation tool, the FoodHealth Score. In addition to supporting 30 different health conditions and a vast array of dietary needs, preferences, and lifestyles, bitewell’s food supplier network can deliver healthy food to every zip code in the United States. By pairing nutritional guidance with expanded access for individuals to shop for foods to prevent or treat disease – that fit their needs, preferences, and budget – bitewell takes a major step forward in making food-as-medicine accessible for all.   To learn how our partnership with bitewell can support your workforce or member population with the tools they need to understand their nutrition and take action, reach out to your Sharecare contact or email [email protected].   #FoodAsMedicine #WellBeing #DigitalHealth #Innovation #StrategicPartnership #HealthTech #FoodHealth

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and, this year, Georgia's State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) hosted its 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month Summit, bringing together over 350 leaders across the Peach State's public school system, including school counselors, benefit/payroll managers, HR directors, nurses, superintendents, and wellness ambassadors.   Themed "A Path to a Resilient State of Mind," the summit showcased SHBP’s commitment to raising awareness, providing resources, and promoting open dialogue around mental health issues for their members through the Georgia Department of Community Health BeWell SHBP® Well-being Program. Hosted in collaboration with several of SHBP’s well-being partners, the summit featured two days of engaging programming, including sessions led by Team Sharecare such as the “Mind, Body, and Movement” stretch series, morning yoga, and activities like raffles and healthy smoothie demos.   Additionally, on the first day of the summit, Sharecare’s Dr. Beth LaGrange took the stage to share her previous experiences from working in high-stress institutions including the New York State Master Teacher Program and Rikers Island Correctional Facility. She emphasized the benefits of positive psychology practices and mindfulness, including cultivating traits such as gratitude, kindness, and self-compassion, and provided attendees with actionable strategies to enhance their well-being and that of their students.   To dive deeper into Dr. LaGrange’s insights and strategies, follow the link to read her post-summit blog post. We're inspired by the commitment shown by SHBP and all participants at the summit and are excited to continue this conversation.

We couldn’t be more proud of our colleagues who earned their place among the 2024 ELITE 100 and who were also featured in this month’s issue of PM360 Magazine!    Sharecare proudly congratulates:   🏆 Michael Joachim, who was honored in the Strategist category: https://lnkd.in/gMq2aztc 🏆 Stacey Hagenbush, MBA, who was honored in the Sales MVP category: https://lnkd.in/gbBHgVPV 🏆 Michael Lepow, who was honored in the Master Educator category: https://lnkd.in/gzEs257a   As we mark PM360 Magazine’s 10th anniversary of the ELITE Awards, which honor the people in healthcare and life sciences who are making a mark on the industry, on patients, their colleagues, and on the world, we’re grateful for our many colleagues who have earned this recognition over the years.   We hope you will join us in congratulating this year’s ELITE 100 in the comments below!

Working with our professional non-medical caregivers, Sharecare's vice president of clinical home care programs, Matt Shapiro, MD, MS, has witnessed how our home care platform, CareLinx, can help improve health outcomes and increase cost savings by deploying tech-enabled caregivers into the home to support patients after their discharge from the hospital.     Highlighting a recent case at one of the largest non-profit health systems in the Northwest, Dr. Shapiro writes on the Sharecare blog about how home care can play a critical role in reducing hospital admissions and patients’ total length of stay. This has not only translated into meaningful reductions in total cost of care, but also – and perhaps most importantly – demonstrated how in-home care can provide individuals the immeasurable gift of being able to age in place with dignity and to live happier, healthier lives, for longer.     Learn more about the life-changing impact of our highly-vetted and qualified caregivers: https://lnkd.in/gRenbxhy 

When was your last pop quiz? 📝 One of our solutions introduced last year, Myth-Information, provides an interactive and easy-to-understand quiz format to help individuals assess their knowledge about their condition, while simultaneously dispelling common myths and misinformation.   You can quiz your knowledge at the link below, and see exactly how Myth-Information helps combat misconceptions, eases information overload, and in this installment – empowers patients to have more productive discussions about their food allergy concerns with their doctor: https://lnkd.in/ga27esu2

According to research published in STAT recently, the healthcare ecosystem in the United States is often well-equipped to manage acute and chronic conditions, but falls far short in addressing the social factors that can contribute to health challenges in the first place. In a joint survey with UnitedHealthcare, adults 65+ shared how they receive insurance, how they perceive their own health, how easily they’re able to navigate community resources and the U.S. health care system, social challenges that they’ve faced, and the repercussions on their own health: https://lnkd.in/ghMiWmik 📊42% of respondents acknowledged challenges in navigating resources available to them, and the survey identified a direct correlation between lower income levels and greater difficulty navigating community resources.  💰Many acknowledged financial challenges, particularly those earning less than $25,000 a year.  🗓️Feeling lonely was a concern over the past five years, particularly for those in urban environments, those who were divorced/separated/widowed, and retirees.  🔎Although resources exist, those who need help are often the most challenged to find and take advantage of available support. Our home care solution, CareLinx, is tailored to meet members’ specific functional needs and chronic conditions, in addition to helping families and aging individuals connect with quality care professionals for both their non-medical, social, and clinical support needs. CareLinx also works with health plans, employers, and government programs.  Learn more at https://www.carelinx.com/

Bouts of stress and panic attacks aren’t the same, but people who have one often experience the other, as well. As part of our continuing conversation for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, learn what these terms really mean and how to manage your symptoms: https://lnkd.in/dsFqsPNr #MHAM

May marks National Women’s Health Month and alongside partners like HealthyWomen, Sharecare works to empower women in such a way that they can make health a priority. Sharecare and HealthyWomen have several resources to support women and their families. 💚 HealthyWomen’s Real Women, Real Stories, are first-person essays documenting the lived experiences of women ages 35 to 64 along their health journeys https://lnkd.in/g9vWqUVP 💚 Sharecare’s health and wellness library, these resources highlight 8 essential health screenings for women https://lnkd.in/gVdP5FVc #NationalWomensHealthMonth #womenshealth #HealthyWomen #AllTogetherBetter

Despite increased awareness in recent years, depression remains difficult to talk about for many people. Here’s what you should know about its genetic component, the difference between depression and sadness, how to best seek treatment, and more. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

We partnered with National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) this National Physical Fitness and Sports Month to highlight some of the ways that getting your heart rate up can benefit your overall health. 🚴♀️ #MoveForMay