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98point6 Technologies Wins 2024 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Overall Telehealth Solution
98point6 Technologies Wins 2024 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Overall Telehealth Solution We’re thrilled to announce that 98point6 Technologies has won a 2024 MedTech Breakthrough Award for Best Overall Telehealth Solution! While consumers increasingly prefer hybrid care experiences post-pandemic, virtual care adoption remains a challenge as health systems struggle under financial, competitive, and regulatory pressures. […]
Three Takeaways from ViVE 2023
In the last few weeks since ViVE, I’ve been mentally recapping what I learned, what I saw, who I met and a few thoughts keep coming up for me that I believe will define the future of the industry.
A new day at 98point6: evolution from virtual care to SaaS provider
On the heels of relaunching as 98point6 Technologies following the divestiture of our Care Delivery Division by Transcarent last month, I wanted to take the opportunity to address the many questions I have received as to why we made the shift from virtual care provider to SaaS company partnering with the most recognized healthcare brands.
How to Succeed with Virtual Care Part 2: Tools and Tips to Make the Most of Your Visit
Virtual care may sound mysterious and even a little ambiguous, but it’s actually more straightforward than you think. In this new series aimed at addressing patients’ top questions and concerns, our goal is to offer a better understanding of how 98point6 works and fits into your life—empowering you to take charge of your health and […]
How to Succeed with Virtual Care Part 2: Tools and Tips to Make the Most of Your 98point6 Visit
Virtual care has emerged as the primary access point for receiving diagnosis, treatment and reassurance from the safety and comfort of home. Not only does this empower people to take charge of their health, virtual care minimizes exposure risk for each individual and by extension, their broader communities—as demonstrated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 Feet of Separation: How Can We Do It Better?
Just a few short weeks ago, many of us had never even heard of the public health term “social distancing.” Now it’s a part of our collective new reality. “Socialization is at the core of being human. Keeping physical distance right now is key to protect ourselves, our loved ones and those more vulnerable in […]
Should You Be Concerned About Hypertension?
98point6 Physician Sarah Simmons, M.D. on What You Need to Know—and What Many Don’t Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a measure of the excess force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as they move blood through the body. Although it is normal for blood pressure to fluctuate throughout the day, prolonged […]
How to Succeed with Virtual Care Part 1: Treat via Text
Virtual care may sound mysterious and even a little ambiguous, but it’s actually more straightforward than you think. In this new series aimed at addressing patients’ top questions and concerns, our goal is to offer a better understanding of how 98point6 works and fits into your life—empowering you to take charge of your health and […]
98point6 Physician Erin Jones, MD on Why Antibiotics Aren’t Always the Best Medicine
You feel lousy. You’re certain it’s a sinus infection—just like last year. And like last year, you know that antibiotics will clear up the infection and make you feel better. But are antibiotics the answer? Were they even the correct answer back then? THE REALITY “According to the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), if […]
When Is a Headache Cause for Concern? We Asked 98point6 Physician Jud Heugel, MD
While fairly common, headaches can still be a real pain—especially when they’re long-lasting or recurring. Dr. Heugel answers patients’ most frequently asked questions, including which “red flag” symptoms are worth a consultation with a physician. Q: Why am I getting so many headaches? Dr. Heugel says: Most headaches are caused by simple lifestyle factors like […]