Laurence GirardThe Challenges of Big Data in HealthcareExcluding all of the data that the healthcare industry must maintain for compliance and regulatory reasons, what data should healthcare…2 min read·May 13, 2021----
Laurence GirardThe Power of Social Support in Internet-Based Wellness ProgramsIn recent months, I have had numerous chats with health professionals who use Fruit Street’s app. Some include:2 min read·May 11, 2021----
Laurence GirardHow To Stay Committed To Preventing Chronic DiseasesThe National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion has some great tips for preventing chronic disease:2 min read·May 8, 2021----
Laurence GirardLaurence Girard’s Tips for Building Digital Health ProductsDigital health products have tremendous potential to have a social impact and positively improve the health of the public. I personally…2 min read·May 1, 2021----
Laurence GirardCommunity, Practical Advice, & Personal Connection: Why Diabetes Prevention Groups Are So PowerfulIn-person support groups committed to preventing diabetes work wonders for many people. Three undeniable benefits are:2 min read·Apr 30, 2021----
Laurence GirardWhat Might Happen If You Regularly Sent Photos Of Your Meals To A Nutritionist?Have you ever scrolled through your social media feeds and wondered why are so many obsessed with amateur food photography?2 min read·Apr 26, 2021----
Laurence GirardAdvantages of Virtual Group Classes to Decrease Your Risk of DiabetesSocial distancing is a hassle. Thankfully, with the boom in video communications brought on by the pandemic, social distancing isn’t a…2 min read·Apr 26, 2021----
Laurence GirardWeight Stigma and Self-Directed Weight ShamingPeople who are carrying around excess weight sometimes get into downward spirals about their bodies.2 min read·Apr 21, 2021----
Laurence GirardHow Startup Founders Can Stay Focused During Stressful TimesBeing the founder of a startup is a stressful job. You will experience many difficult things such as customers who are not happy with the…3 min read·Apr 20, 2021----
Laurence GirardinConversations with Digital Health EntrepreneursDr David Katz on Holistic Care and Transformational Digital Health PlatformsThe “Conversations with Digital Health Entrepreneurs” Series.6 min read·Jun 17, 2020----