Encap Insights
Medication Adherence: How Encap Health Uses Behavioral Science to Empower Patients
At Encap Health, we believe an informed patient is an empowered patient and that if we provide simple nudges and information at the right time, we can improve patient satisfaction and health. Our core product engages patients immediately after a visit, and to keep...
I played nine years in the Sun Belt and all I got was a sunburn and a Super Bowl ring
Are there any health topics you have been surprised a doctor hasn’t given you more information on? In this (somewhat) relatable article – Encap’s MBA Intern and former NFL player, Ted Larsen, dives into sun screen and other skin care tips titled “I played 9 years in the sunbelt, and all I got was a sunburn and a Super Bowl ring”. Take a quick read for some sun management tips (did you know the difference between a chemical and a mineral sunscreen?) and learn how you are likely eligible for an annual skin preventative screening from your doctor.
How This Super Bowl Winning NFL Player Recovered Twice as Fast with Better Patient Education
Lying in a loud, clanging MRI tube, I thought, "I'm not supposed to be here, not in this MRI, and not still playing in the NFL." The average NFL career lasts three years, and, as a late-round draft pick, I was statistically unlikely to be playing professional football...
Tips for PCPs to better treat the anxiety pandemic
Rates of anxiety are skyrocketing in the U.S., and primary care providers (“PCPs”) are looking for additional resources to help their patients. At least 41% of U.S. adults have experienced high levels of psychological distress since the start of the Covid pandemic and...
Continuous Glucose Monitors: Adopting the new generation of CGMs
One exciting advancement in managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes has been the release of the new generation of continuous glucose monitors (“CGMs”). These new monitors are easy to use and provide real-time feedback on your blood sugar levels without needing a finger...