Health information builds on health data, vital signs and labs. Health knowledge adds the patient's unique context to health information and guide decision making.

Health information helps us understand what is happening but Health Knowledge goes beyond the hospital wall and takes into account the context around the patient once they leave the hospital.

Health data are the building blocks of the Apex Health Intelligence Framework. Trending the data over time becomes health intelligence showing direction and allowing for decision making.

The healthcare system is a confusing maze. Professional Patient Advocates know the way.

National Caregivers Day is a great acknowledgement but most caregivers need help all year long. Having health information organized is one powerful way to lend help.

Patients and families often feel pressure to make decisions under the duress. The cause is systemic and multifactorial.

Health insurance premiums have been a consistent topic since the ACA subsidies were not renewed. Insurance companies are scrambling, which is not good for consumers.

The best estate plans include strategy for healthcare decisions. Without clear guidance for decision making, the integrity of any estate plan could be at risk.

The healthcare system fails due to its complexity and lack of coordination more often than due to medical errors. Disjointed communication and care coordination makes decision making more challenging for families.

Understanding the forces at work during a healthcare crisis helps us to manage our emotions and regain a modicum of control.

Health is the most valuable asset any person has. Advanced care planning is as important as financial planning, but even more so for anyone with a chronic condition.

The healthcare system is more complex than ever. Patient Advocates work directly for patients and families to across the continuum of care.