We recently announced the expansion of GIThrive, which will allow us to better serve our members through enhanced technology and virtual care. We asked Karl Greiter, President and COO of Vivante Health, to share what he’s most excited about when it comes to our product enhancements. Read more about his commitment to serving members…
With mental health awareness month kicking off in May, it’s an important time to review what your organization is doing to support your employees’ mental health. According to a 2022 survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), 91% of employers nationwide offer some form of mental health benefits to their employees. However,…
We recently announced the expansion of GIThrive, which will allow us to better serve our members through enhanced technology and virtual care. But what exactly does that mean from a clinical perspective? We asked our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Hau Liu, to tell us what this means for our members and how it improves our…
We recently announced the expansion of GIThrive, which will allow us to better serve our members through enhanced technology and virtual care. But what exactly does that mean from a product perspective? We asked our SVP of Product, Karen Luk, to tell us what (in her words) what this means for our members and how…
April marks the beginning of National Stress Awareness Month, a perfect time to focus on the importance of gut health and stress management in the workplace. We often think about ways to manage stress through mental health resources – meditation, talk therapy, gratitude. But one often overlooked way to help impact stress management lies within…
Vivante Health Chief Medical Officer discusses the importance of colorectal cancer screenings, as well as his personal story. For Dr. Hau Liu, Chief Medical Officer at Vivante Health, Colorectal Cancer Awareness month isn’t just another health awareness month – it’s personal. “A close family member of mine was diagnosed with colon cancer. We were devastated and…
Learn about five gastrointestinal conditions that affect millions of Americans and disrupt workplaces every day. Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions affect over 70 million Americans and are one of the top costs for organizations. In fact, GI conditions result in $136 billion in spending per year—more than for heart disease, trauma, or mental health. In addition to…
After living for years with gut health issues, Laura finally found successful treatment with GIThrive and took control of her health. For most of her life, Laura Rice suffered from severe gastrointestinal (GI) tract issues. She experienced IBS symptoms: bloating, constipation, and so much pain that she could barely get out of bed. She was…
Your gut can affect your health in many ways—including your mental health and immune system. The microbiome—the bacteria in your gastrointestinal (GI) tract—affects your health in huge ways. Located in the gut, the enteric nervous system (ENS) has the same neurons and neurotransmitters found in the brain and spinal cord. Called “the second brain,” it…