Hospice News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Overland Park, Kansas — Rapamycin, a drug traditionally used to prevent organ rejection after transplants, is increasingly drawing attention in the realm of anti-aging research. Originally developed as an immunosuppressant, the drug’s potential to slow aging and extend lifespan has become the focus of numerous studies in recent years. With mounting evidence suggesting that rapamycin could play a critical role in combating age-related diseases and enhancing longevity, scientists are now exploring

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Together for Short Lives

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

We are delighted to announce that we have appointed Nick Carroll as our new Chief Executive. The post Meet our new Chief Executive, Nick Carroll appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, currently winding its way through Congress, would likely increase access to hospice and palliative care for veterans, if enacted. The omnibus veterans’ benefits reform bill contains two provisions in particular that could influence hospice and palliative care utilization.

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Nurse Nacole

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Category: Critical Care Nursing Mixed venous oxygen saturation (SvO2) measurements reflect the balance between oxygen delivery and oxygen consumption. The SvO2 can be used as a surrogate for cardiac index.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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