Patient Care
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HealthZork Review 2026: Is Their $85/Month DPC Membership Worth It in Marietta?
Direct Primary Care (DPC) offers a new healthcare model that eliminates the complexities of insurance, focusing instead on a direct patient-physician relationship through a flat monthly fee. HealthZork in Marietta provides this DPC membership, offering personalized, unhurried care as an alternative to traditional systems and urgent care.

What is Food as Medicine for Cancer Patients?
Despite growing patient interest, less than 20% of US oncology centers offer integrated, evidence-based 'food as medicine' programs, according to a 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology survey.

Beyond Bland: Why a 'Farm-to-Gurney' Revolution Is Essential for Hospital Food
Modern healthcare is failing patients by serving nutrient-poor meals. A federal push is now mandating a 'farm-to-gurney' revolution, integrating therapeutic nutrition directly into patient care to promote true healing.

CMS Memo Reinforces Hospital Nutrition Obligations for Patients
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued a memo reminding hospitals of their obligations to meet federal nutrition standards, tying patient meals to the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and Medicare reimbursement.