Next Generation MobileNurse App Now Available on iTunes

    MADISON, WI, July 19, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Physicians Plus is announcing the release of the second generation of MobileNurse, a free mobile app designed to help diagnose and remedy illness on the go.

The new version features even more care guidelines, with more photos to help with diagnosis and an expanded set of guidelines on the proper dosage of over-the-counter pediatric medication.

"It was evident after the success of the original MobileNurse that people are using technology more and more when it comes to their healthcare decisions," said Steve Sorenson, Director of Marketing and Product Innovation. "We are pleased to offer an even better app to help them get the important health information they need at any time and any place."

The new version of MobileNurse retains the popular features of the original, helping users check symptoms to determine what illness they may be suffering from and if it is serious enough to warrant a trip to the emergency room or urgent care.

If a doctor visit is needed, MobileNurse gives point-by-point directions to emergency care facilities, both in south central Wisconsin and on the road. If not, MobileNurse gives users detailed self-care guides. The original MobileNurse has been downloaded more than 4,500 times and successfully reduced unnecessary emergency room visits in the Madison Wis. area, saving people thousands of dollars in healthcare costs.

How To Get It
MobileNurse is now available for download for iPhone and iPad devices in the iTunes store. It will soon be available for Android devices. MobileNurse is free and available to anyone. For more details on the application, the public is encouraged to visit www.pplusic.com.

About Physicians Plus
Physicians Plus Insurance Corporation is a nationally recognized managed care organization focused on providing high-quality, innovative products and services that help improve the health of our members and the community. Founded in 1986 and owned by Meriter Health Services and local doctors, Physicians Plus provides health insurance to over 105,000 members in south central Wisconsin, and proudly supports dozens of organizations that serve our community.

A progressive health insurer with an organizational commitment to preventive health and wellness, Physicians Plus has been recognized as one of America's healthiest companies by the Wellness Council of America. The Wellness Council of America awarded Physicians Plus with a 2009 Well Workplace Gold Award.

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