Stand Out, The True Story of Hockey Hero Ajay Baines, is the Pops team’s new favorite children’s book! The inspirational story follows the true-life events of Ajay Baines, who was diagnosed with diabetes in high school and worked hard to achieve his dream of becoming a professional hockey player. Meet the Authors Sean Campbell and Ajay Baines Sean and Ajay grew up a block away from each other. Like many best-friend duos, their friendship started off as rivals on the elementary soccer field. Since realizing soccer was neither of their passions, they dropped the rivalry and have become lifelong ..read more

Stand Out, The True Story of Hockey Hero Ajay Baines, is the Pops team’s new favorite children’s book! The inspirational story follows the true-life events of Ajay Baines, who was diagnosed with diabetes in high school and worked hard to achieve his dream of becoming a professional hockey player. Meet the Authors Sean Campbell and Ajay Baines Sean and Ajay grew up a block away from each other. Like many best-friend duos, their friendship started off as rivals on the elementary soccer field. Since realizing soccer was neither of their passions, they dropped the rivalry and have become lifelong ..read more

Pops, the Own Your Life® company, is thrilled to announce the next expansion to its self-care platform. Mina, a Virtual Health Assistant, combined with new devices can now help people living with diabetes also manage their weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol. In addition to its innovative all-in-one glucose meter, Pops will offer a cellular connected blood pressure monitor and weight scale for its client owners (people using Pops). Owners can track these trends, including cholesterol, in the Pops Rebel app. Hypertension, overweight/obesity, and high cholesterol are common comorbidities ass ..read more

There are a few reasons telehealth has grown exponentially in the last few years. Advancements in technology make it easier to see a doctor virtually. The COVID-19 pandemic made it necessary to flex towards virtual options of healthcare. People choose the convenience of virtually accessing their healthcare, especially for things like prescription refills or chronic disease management. While telehealth appointments are on the rise, there are still some reasons why everyone does not adopt them. Having access to the technology required for a telehealth appointment can hinder one’s utilizing tel ..read more

The healthcare industry is ever-changing and evolving—there are always new trends to keep up with and advancements that lead to incredible benefits to new and existing healthcare options. In 2022, it’s no different. There are going to be some significant changes in the coming year, and these are some of the top trends to look out for: Changes from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic A focus on health equity Healthcare data management challenges Battling clinician burnout Wearable technologies used in healthcare Focus on preventative care A rise in overall wellness and self-care options Shifts in th ..read more

Telehealth has seen explosive growth in recent years, particularly due to the shift away from in-person care during the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, compared to 14.3% in 2018, video doctor “visits” increased to over 70%. And the number of people utilizing telehealth for chronic care management nearly tripled from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, there has been no slowing down of telehealth numbers in recent years, especially in younger generations (ages 18-40). They continued to use it as the most viable and convenient option for getting their care. These numbers tell us a few things: Convenience p ..read more

It seems people are always looking for alternatives to standard, everyday practices to try something different and out of the ordinary—health care is no different. The benefits of alternative primary care include: Getting more personalized care Feeling in control of your health care Getting treatments that work Finding more holistic therapies to feel better The concept of alternative primary care is becoming popular as people search for ways to improve their health. Today we’ll explore the pros and cons of alternative primary care and help you decide if it’s the right choice. What Is Primary ..read more

No, DIY healthcare doesn’t mean you ignore the doctor and search WebMD for a diagnosis (although we’ve all been guilty of that). DIY healthcare is more of a trend of self-care to prevent and treat minor ailments and manage chronic illness. We would be remiss not to mention how the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the landscape of how we get care. With long waits for appointments and pandemic protocols making doctor visits a hassle, more people have committed to taking their health into their own hands—in a good way. Some trends in DIY healthcare have included: Taking more supplements ..read more

Did you know that heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States? It is also 90% preventable with a good diet, regular exercise, and other healthy lifestyle choices. Since February is designated as American Heart Health Month, we wanted to share heart health tips to raise awareness about heart disease and advocate for better cardiovascular health.   This month is a great time to focus on ways to improve your heart health. We’ll be sharing five helpful tips that will help you stay healthy and reduce your risk of heart disease. But first, some facts about heart dis ..read more

As we age, we require more and more healthcare options and availability to us. Some people need to move into facilities where they can get round-the-clock care. Or sometimes, people need temporary care while rehabilitating from an injury or surgery. Whether people want to maintain independence and receive care in their own home or can’t afford to move into a costly assisted living facility, at-home healthcare is often an ideal situation for their needs. At Pops, we deal very closely with people who have chronic conditions (diabetes, for one) and require at-home healthcare for their ongoing tre ..read more