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Allina, Minnesota Blues enter into sweeping value-based pact

Dive Brief: Minnesota hospital network Allina Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota have agreed to a multiyear, value-based pact intended to improve the care of patients and health plan enrollees and cut costs. Although the contract was in the works prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, both sides say the pandemic accelerated the need for… Read More »

5 Tips for Beating the Holiday Blues This Season

It’s easy to think that everyone loves the holidays—tree lightings, festive gatherings, family parties, and corny White Elephant gift exchanges can be fun. The truth? “If you sample adults, it turns out there’s a small percentage of people who love the holidays,” says John Sharp, M.D., author of The Emotional Calendar: Understanding Seasonal Influences and… Read More »

Seasonal Affective Disorder: All you need to know about therapies for the winter blues

Brian O’Connor says he gets a feeling of dread in his stomach when he sees the ‘back to school’ signs. Photo: Tony Gavin Seasonal Affective Disorder: All you need to know about therapies for the winter blues Independent.ie A week ago, the clocks went back and while many people celebrated with a well-earned extra hour… Read More »