Building an Infrastructure for Community Wellness
Case Study: Village of Algonquin, IL launching Tap Launch Date: November 2025 “We realized that healthcare access is just like water or roads – it’s infrastructure. By implementing Tap, we’ve provided a system that gives all of our residents high-quality, affordable healthcare while protecting our community from avoidable emergency strain.” – Tim Schloneger, Village Manager […]
Poison Ivy and Poison Oak: What to Watch For in the Garden
Gardening season is in full swing, and for many people that means more time outdoors pulling weeds, trimming brush, and working in the yard. It also means a higher chance of coming into contact with two of the most common and irritating plants in North America: Poison Ivy and Poison Oak. What Are Poison Ivy […]
Sneezing Through Spring? Here’s What’s Happening
Every spring, millions of people trade the joy of warmer weather for a relentless cycle of sneezing, itchy eyes, and foggy heads. You’re not imagining it and you’re definitely not alone. What Are Seasonal Allergies? Seasonal allergies, also called hay fever or allergic rhinitis, happen when your immune system mistakenly identifies harmless airborne particles, like […]
Swimmer’s Ear 101: What It Is and How to Avoid It
Nothing puts a damper on a great summer day in the pool quite like a throbbing earache that shows up the next morning. Swimmer’s ear is incredibly common, very treatable, and in most cases, completely preventable. What Is Swimmer’s Ear? Swimmer’s ear, known medically as otitis externa, is an infection of the outer ear canal, […]
Tangible Impact for Communities
Case Study: City of Ferris, Texas launching TapLaunch Date: November 2022 TAP’S DEBUT: FERRIS LAUNCH In November 2022, Tap (Text a Physician) officially launched in Ferris, Texas. This inaugural deployment established a community-wide healthcare model centered on improving accessibility and affordability for all local residents. COMMUNITY USAGE: 2800+ ENCOUNTERS Since its launch, Tap has completed […]
The Sun Is Out. Is Your Skin Protected?
Warmer weather means more time outside; and that’s a wonderful thing. But the same sun that brightens your mood can do serious damage to your skin if you’re not paying attention. Here’s what you need to know. What Are UV Rays, Exactly? Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is energy emitted by the sun that exists just beyond […]