Mira Healthcare Resources

Mira Healthcare Resources

Our in-house team synthesizes scientific research and translates them into easy-to-digest content for you to get educated on the latest health and healthcare information.

Former Urgent Care Association CEO to Join Mira as an Advisor
Press Release

Former Urgent Care Association CEO to Join Mira as an Advisor

Mira, a digital health startup helping uninsured people access affordable healthcare, today announced the addition of three new industry advisors.  Laurel Stoimenoff, former CEO of the Urgent Care Association. Phil Poley, former Managing Director at Accenture Health and former COO of Massachusetts Medicaid. Elliott Poppel, former CEO of RobinHealth and current Product Management Lead at Facebook.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA
Khang T. Vuong, MHA28 Apr 2021
Jeff White to Join Mira as Head of Marketing
Press Release

Jeff White to Join Mira as Head of Marketing

Jeff White has joined the Mira team as the Director of Marketing. Jeff brings 10 years of experience in managing organic and inorganic growth.

Khang T. Vuong, MHA
Khang T. Vuong, MHA8 Apr 2021
Can I Get the COVID Vaccine at Urgent Cares in New York City?
COVID-19

Can I Get the COVID Vaccine at Urgent Cares in New York City?

While some urgent care facilities are administering the COIVD-19 vaccine, most vaccines in NYC are being allocated to mass vaccination sites, pharmacies, and community clinics.

Jacqueline Slobin
Jacqueline Slobin23 Apr 2024
How To Eat Healthy On A Budget? A Nutritionist Explains
Tips

How To Eat Healthy On A Budget? A Nutritionist Explains

Michelle Routhenstein is a Preventive Cardiology Dietitian, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Educator who specializes in heart disease management and prevention. She explains how to eat healthy on a budget.

Alyssa Corso
Alyssa Corso4 Feb 2022
New York City COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
Insights

New York City COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson have all received emergency use authorization from the FDA for the use of their Covid-19 vaccines. New York is following a phased distribution of the Covid-19 vaccine. This means that only people identified as eligible in the current phases will be able to receive the vaccine. Currently, only those in Phase 1A and Phase 1B are eligible to receive the vaccine.

Spencer Lee
Spencer Lee25 Mar 2021
What Do High & Low TSH Levels Mean?
Wellness

What Do High & Low TSH Levels Mean?

TSH levels indicate if your thyroid is functioning properly. In general, the normal range for TSH is 0.5 to 5.0 mIU/L, but healthy levels can differ based on other factors and medication conditions.

Jacqueline Slobin
Jacqueline Slobin23 Aug 2022
Can I Get a Prescription Without Seeing a Doctor?
Prescriptions

Can I Get a Prescription Without Seeing a Doctor?

To receive any type of prescription, you will need to see a medical provider; however, this does not necessarily have to be a doctor. There are several options from which you can seek a prescription besides doctors.

Spencer Lee
Spencer Lee15 Sep 2021
24/7 Urgent Care & Medical Clinics in NYC Area
Urgent Care

24/7 Urgent Care & Medical Clinics in NYC Area

24/7 urgent care and medical clinics in NYC are TravelMD, PlushCare, NUY Langone Cobble Hill Emergency, Richmond University Medical Center, and Studio Med.

Alyssa Corso
Alyssa Corso20 Sep 2022
How To Tell the Difference Between Allergies vs. Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
Wellness

How To Tell the Difference Between Allergies vs. Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)

Allergies can occur at any time of year. While some may be "seasonal," which is when you get them only in the spring or fall, or they may be year-round. Sinusitis, or sinus infections, however, usually happen after you've had a cold or allergies. Some symptoms will linger, even after your cold goes away.

Alyssa Corso
Alyssa Corso13 Sep 2021
How Much Does Medi-Share Cost?
Health Insurance

How Much Does Medi-Share Cost?

It costs $50 to apply to Medi-Share, and there is a $120 one-time membership fee with the first monthly payment. The member would also deliver another one-time fee of $2 to set up the “sharing account.”

Alyssa Corso
Alyssa Corso29 Sep 2022
Women's Health Centers in New York City
Insights

Women's Health Centers in New York City

Women’s health encompasses a variety of specialties and focus areas, ranging from sexual health to breast health to mental illness. If you identify as a woman, you should consider seeking treatment from a healthcare provider specializing in women’s health for a variety of reasons. Women’s health clinics are available throughout the Five Boroughs of New York and are ready to assist you in any medical concerns you may be experiencing.

Spencer Lee
Spencer Lee7 Jan 2022
Are Employers Required To Give 1099 Workers Health Benefits?
Employer

Are Employers Required To Give 1099 Workers Health Benefits?

1099 workers are typically hired by a company for a specific project or for a short period of time. They are not the same as employees and usually are referred to as a freelancer, or independent contractor. Since they are not employees, they are not usually eligible for health benefits from the company they are working under. The important thing to be sure of as an employer is that you’ve correctly classified 1099 workers, which we cover in this article.

Jacqueline Slobin
Jacqueline Slobin23 Aug 2022
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