No longer restricted to the brick-and-mortar setting of a traditional clinic building, healthcare services are going where the patients are — in the workplace, the retail store, the community hub and the home, according to an article on the Medical Construction & Design website.
The change is being driven in part by new communication and medical technology, new healthcare delivery methods, new market demands and a new focus on preventive care, the article said.
Some examples of the outmigration of care are:
• Self-service healthcare
Many healthcare organizations providing interactive online assessments that monitor health conditions.
• Wellness centers
The idea is to promote healthy lifestyles, healthy eating habits and healthy behavior through a continuum of care.
• Employee health centers
Companies are offering health and fitness options in the workplace.
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