Steven Briggs, Author at Scrubs | The Leading Lifestyle Magazine for the Healthcare Community

Steven Briggs is a healthcare writer for Scrubs Magazine, hailing from Brooklyn, NY. With both of his parents working in the healthcare industry, Steven writes about the various issues and concerns facing the industry today.

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Situation Critical: FDA Warns of Hacking Threats to Remote Medical Devices

As a care provider, you’re likely all too familiar with the idea of telehealth and the Internet of Things. You can use digital ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 14, 20200

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The Power of Paychecks: Raising the Minimum Wage to Combat Suicide

A new study suggests that raising the minimum wage could help prevent thousands of suicides across the country every year – even if ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 13, 20200

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Should You Recommend CBD to Your Patients?

You’ve probably seen dozens of products and beverages containing CBD over the last couple years. CBD stands for cannabidiol, one of the main ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 12, 20200

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American Heart Month: Warning Signs Your Patients Need Screenings

February is officially known as American Heart Month, a national campaign that’s all about raising awareness for heart-healthy lifestyles. As the effort is ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 11, 20200

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Coronavirus 101: Protecting Yourself from Infection

The coronavirus is quickly spreading throughout mainland China, having infected more than 31,000 people in the region. There are now at least 12 ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 10, 20200

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Working the Overnight Shift: Staying Healthy When You’re Up All Night

It’s no secret that patients in healthcare facilities need care around the clock. As a nurse or care provider, you’ve probably been asked ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 10, 20200

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On the Hunt: What It’s Like to Be a Medical Debt Collector

Americans pay more for healthcare than in any other country in the world, with estimates sitting at $8,745 per capita. Unfortunately, many Americans ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 10, 202027

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Cutting Coupons for Healthcare? What You Need to Know

U.S. healthcare is notoriously expensive, and patients are doing everything they can to reduce the price of medical care, including cutting coupons. Using ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 6, 202092

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What Millennials Want Out of Healthcare

The demographics of the U.S. population are changing. As the baby boomers move into retirement, millennials are quickly becoming the new face of ...

By Steven BriggsFebruary 5, 20200

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Blockchain Healthcare Startups to Know for 2020

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest developments in the tech industry, you’ve probably heard the term “blockchain”. The blockchain represents a ...

By Steven BriggsJanuary 31, 20200

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Situation Critical: FDA Warns of Hacking Threats to Remote Medical Devices

The Power of Paychecks: Raising the Minimum Wage to Combat Suicide

Should You Recommend CBD to Your Patients?

American Heart Month: Warning Signs Your Patients Need Screenings

Coronavirus 101: Protecting Yourself from Infection

Working the Overnight Shift: Staying Healthy When You’re Up All Night

On the Hunt: What It’s Like to Be a Medical Debt Collector

Cutting Coupons for Healthcare? What You Need to Know

What Millennials Want Out of Healthcare

Blockchain Healthcare Startups to Know for 2020

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