As more Americans look for ways to save money, employers and patients across the nation are looking to Concentra Urgent Care as the destination for convenient, affordable health care. This video report of the grand opening of our new location in Nashville shows how Concentra is redefining the patient experience through welcoming, respectful, and skillful care.

Keeping heart-healthy is vital for life. Maintaining optimal cholesterol levels is an important factor.

Concentra Occupational Health Research Institute (COHRI), the independent medical education and research arm of Concentra, was recently awarded reaccreditation status as a provider of continuing medical education for physicians by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education. COHRI represents one of the few medical practices in the nation that have accreditation and joins other high-profile health care organizations and providers, including the American Medical Association, the Mayo Clinic, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, and John Hopkins University–School of Medicine.

The issue of health care is creating a firestorm of controversy and passionate outcry at public debates across the country. In his latest blog, Jim Greenwood explains why the health crisis in America, not the health care crisis, has led to rising medical costs and the need for reform.

More than ever, employers need a health care plan that aligns costs with results, such as services that actually improve the health of employees and their dependents. Concentra's TotalCare solution is proving to generate a significant return on investment for more and more employers.

Concentra's Chief Medical Officer and Chief Executive Officer share their thoughts on health care reform in a Dallas Morning News article titled 'Health habits should weigh heavier in debate.'

Are you up to date with your immunizations? August is National Immunization Awareness Month, so check today to help prevent disease and illness tomorrow.

Finding the motivation to live a healthier lifestyle can be a big obstacle, and is often what keeps individuals from taking that first step toward better choices. Mike McCollum explains how small changes can lead to improved health, without a dramatic transformation to daily routines.

As more companies are implementing smoking cessation programs to curb employees’ tobacco usage, several new products have hit the market that allows users to maintain their nicotine habit. Alan Ayers examines the dangerous impact of these products and the appeal to a new, younger consumer base.

If you can help your children to get into shape and stay active, they stand a better chance to be fit and healthy when they grow up.