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How To Create An E-mail

Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

Having an email account is important for staying in communication with friends, family, and medical providers. Many websites and services also require an email address to create an account and access features. In general, to create an email account, you’ll need to: Go to an email service provider’s website to begin (Common sites: Gmail.com, Outlook.com, […]

How To Recover Your Password

Wednesday, February 26th, 2025

Forgetting a password can be stressful and time consuming. Here are a few tips to help you remember a forgotten password and recover them on various platforms. Look in your web browser. Many browsers, like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Firefox store passwords for you. Each has a different way to access saved passwords […]

How To Protect Yourself From Scams and Stay Safe Online

Tuesday, February 25th, 2025

When it comes to internet safety, it’s important to take certain steps to ensure your privacy and security. Use these tips to stay safe online and avoid scams. Choose a strong password. Create strong, unique passwords for your accounts. Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Keep your software up to date. Whether you […]

Video: How to Make Your Telehealth Appointment Easy and Stress-free

Friday, June 28th, 2024

Telehealth appointments are convenient ways to get the care you need. Watch the video below to learn tips and tricks to help you prepare for your telehealth visit. This video is also available in Spanish, Ukrainian, and Dari, all linked below. Link to Care WA: How to Make Your Telehealth Appointment Easy and Stress-free (English) […]

Video: How a Patient Portal Can Help You

Tuesday, June 25th, 2024

A patient portal can connect you with the resources you need to manage your everyday health. Watch the video below to learn more about all the ways a patient portal can help you. This video is also available with captions in Spanish, Ukrainian, and Dari, all linked below. Link to Care WA: How a Patient […]

Stay Safe Online: Tips for Protecting Your Device and Accounts

Tuesday, June 11th, 2024

Having access to all kinds of information, including your health information, on a device is very helpful. Through your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, you can check medical records, schedule appointments, and even have video visits with a provider. While this is very convenient, it is important to make sure you are keeping your […]

More Resources for Staying Safe Online 

Tuesday, June 11th, 2024

Whether you are using an Apple device (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch) with an Apple ID or are using a Google account (Gmail, etc.), it is important to make sure your accounts are secure. If you forget your password or need extra support, try these resources. Apple Resources Apple ID Support Page: Your Apple ID is […]

Employment and Digital Skills Resources to Help You Find Your Next Job

Tuesday, June 11th, 2024

Getting a job is hard. Knowing where to look for them can be even harder. We have compiled a list of employment and career coaching resources for you to find a position that fits your needs. Certain digital skills and tools can help you with your job search and your future work; we’ve also included […]

Is My Phone Smart?

Friday, May 17th, 2024

You may have heard the term “smartphone” before. But what is a smartphone, really, and what makes it “smart”? How do they compare to other types of phones, like a non-smart cell phone or a landline? Use the guide below to determine what type of phone you have. Features of a Smartphone: A smartphone is […]

Need a Smartphone? Lifeline Can Help!

Friday, May 17th, 2024

How to See if You Qualify for a Free Smartphone Through Lifeline Smartphones make it easy to perform certain day-to-day tasks, like scheduling medical appointments, searching the internet for information, and staying connected with friends and family. But because smartphones are in many ways like mobile computers, they can be expensive. That’s where Lifeline comes […]

How to Make Your Telehealth Appointment Easy and Stress-free

Friday, May 17th, 2024

Preparing for a Telehealth Appointment Many health appointments are now virtual, or telehealth, appointments. Telehealth appointments allow you to meet with your doctor or provider from your own home, or wherever you happen to be, either on a video call or an audio-only phone call. While telehealth appointments can be quite convenient, they require some […]

What is the Difference Between a Smartphone and a Tablet?​

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

Smartphones vs. Tablets: What’s the Difference? Smartphones and tablets are two different kinds of mobile devices. You might be deciding which one is right for you. In this article, you will learn what each device is and how they differ. What is a Smartphone? A smartphone is a mobile phone that lets you talk, text, […]

What is Telehealth and Digital Heath?

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

Telehealth is a way to get medical care and health services without going to a doctor’s office, clinic, or hospital. You won’t have to go in person. You can talk to healthcare providers using a computer, phone, or tablet. You can use telehealth for different types of health care. Telehealth services include: Virtual Visits: You […]

Tablets Can Help with Telehealth

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

Why a Tablet Might Be the Best Choice for Telehealth A tablet is a mobile device with a touchscreen. It’s bigger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop. Tablets can do many of the same things as a smartphone, including using the internet, taking pictures, downloading apps, and more. Tablets can also be very […]

10 Ways Telehealth & Digital Health Can Help ​

Thursday, May 16th, 2024

Telehealth uses technology to set up video or phone appointments between you and your healthcare providers. Using telehealth can make it easier to get health care. Here are 10 specific ways telehealth can help you: Convenient Access to Health Care: Telehealth services allow you to communicate with healthcare providers from wherever you are. Telehealth can […]

What are the Differences Between a Laptop and a Desktop Computer?

Tuesday, February 20th, 2024

What are the Differences Between a Laptop and a Desktop Computer? You can use many devices to use telehealth services, including smartphones, tablets, and computers. If you use a computer, you will use a laptop or a desktop computer. Both laptops and desktop computers can be used to access services on the internet. But they […]