The Nicessities
The Nicessities is a hub dedicated to improving the health of our members and supporting employers who want to offer affordable and convenient healthcare to their employees. Please feel free to select the options below for the content you would like to see.
How Does Trauma Affect Personal Relationships?
Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, domestic violence, suicide and homicide have all been on the rise in response to our shared trauma. We have entered into, what mental health experts refer to as, the trauma triangle.
What is the Impact of Prolonged Trauma and Stress on The Body?
Stress and adrenal hormones, specifically cortisol, have long term impacts on the body. We talk about stress, we feel it, and we use the terms interchangeably, but what is stress and what does it do in our bodies? What are long term impacts of chronic stress?
What Is Trauma and How Does It Affect Your Brain?
Nice Healthcare is putting a spotlight on the impact shared trauma has on our bodies, brains and relationships and will provide simple invitations and effective strategies to mitigate it.
Virtual and Home Health Hit a Growth Spurt: What It Means For You
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this shift toward virtual and in-home healthcare services but the explosion in funding is also a testament to the changing landscape of the healthcare industry, at large. In this article, we’ll discuss why this happened, whether it’s going to continue, and what it means for you.
6 Tips to Prevent Spring Allergies
Spring allergies are no fun. But they are preventable. If you’re already experiencing seasonal allergies, some of these tips may still bring you some much-needed relief. But if you’re struggling to alleviate your symptoms, talk to your clinician about additional treatment options.
All About Obesity with Fred Nesbit, FNP
In this webinar, you’ll learn about obesity and how Nice can help patients address their weight issues. Fred Nesbit, FNP details the causes of obesity, how it’s measured and how a clinician would go about creating a treatment plan.
What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder and What Can You Do About It?
It’s important to understand the signs and symptoms of a condition commonly known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, when it’s time to seek professional help or use the tools accessible to you.
Reflecting on 2022: An Interview With Nice Co-Founder, Allison Santos
Nice co-founder and Vice President of Client Success, Allison Santos, hints at what’s to come for the Nice community in 2022 and the great momentum that she hopes will carry into this new year.
5 Ways for Small Businesses to Thrive this Holiday Season
Small and midsize businesses feel the stress of the holiday season as hard, if not harder than most other businesses. To protect themselves and their employees physically and emotionally, here are 5 steps they can take as the stress piles on.
Tips For a Happy (Healthy) Halloween!
When it comes to your wellness, Nice Healthcare encourages healthy treat options...but never at the expense of a little fun! Here are some tips for having a safe, healthy and happy halloween!
October 2021: Listen To Your Body
While learning to pay attention to the cues that your body gives you will help you to become more resilient, empowered and knowledgable regarding your specific needs and functions, sometimes it’s hard to tell what’s really going on. You don’t have to figure it out all on your own. Nice Healthcare is here to help.
July 2021: Nice is the Best Kind of Different
Our patients and clients know how silly that is because they’ve experienced a better way of getting primary care that can cure a headache without causing three others. But, at the risk of being redundant, we wanted to remind our readers what makes Nice such a unique primary care clinic.
June 2021: It's Time to Listen Closely
It’s June and the theme of the month is going to be a simple and important one: Listening.
Managing Diabetes The Nice Way - Webinar and Transcript
Watch the recording or read the full transcript of Kristen Phair’s presentation about diabetes and how it can be managed through Nice Healthcare. Additionally, you’ll hear from Lonny Stormo, CEO of Pops Diabetes, one of the most innovative diabetes management services out there.
The Significance of National Nurses Week
For Nice, Nurses Week is a big deal. One of our 3 big bets that has allowed Nice to thrive is that we could build a primary care clinic free of physicians. Our clinic is run exclusively by Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and they are doing a fantastic job!
11 Facts About Mobile X-Ray and EKG Services at Nice
Nice offers patients complimentary in-home X-rays and electrocardiograms (EKGs) using portable imaging technology. It's safe, accurate and extremely convenient. Here are 11 facts you should know about mobile imaging services.
Prioritizing Mental Health - Webinar Recording and Transcript
Here is the recording and transcript of a webinar hosted by Colleen Seelen, a Nurse Practitioner at Nice Healthcare. Watch the video to learn about mental health, various mental health illnesses and strategies for managing your mental health.
April 2021: Focusing on Diabetes Management
This is a newsletter you’re not going to want to miss. In our April newsletter, we’re focusing on diabetes management. Read an extremely quick overview of the types of diabetes and how treatment of each type works. But most importantly, find out about our newest pilot program!
Three Types of Primary Care at Nice Healthcare
At Nice Healthcare, we think of primary care in terms of three categories: acute care, chronic condition management and preventative care. While addressing those needs, Nice can provide you with 550+ free medications, blood draws, x-rays (and other imaging) and referrals to specialists as needed.
March 2021: Appreciating Convenience and National Nutrition Month
As spring arrives, or as false spring ends and second winter arrives in Minnesota-speak, we wanted to take the opportunity to remind our patients about Nice’s biggest benefit; convenience.