Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) recently re-introduced legislation designed to expand the palliative care workforce. The two lawmakers, along with others, also brought forth a second bill designed to ensure that hospice patients who need blood transfusions can receive them. The bipartisan-supported Provider Training in Palliative Care Act aims to increase the number of clinicians trained in palliative care as long-standing labor shortages continue to hinder access.

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Life & Death Matters

JULY 3, 2023

As summer approaches and travel resumes, it is not uncommon for family members with loved ones in long-term care to ask this question as they try to decide whether or not to take a vacation…whether that is going on a long-planned family holiday for a few weeks, spending a couple of nights away in a […] The post “Do I Stay or do I Go?” appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

This spring, Kansas launched a five-year plan to make palliative care more accessible to its nearly 3 million residents. The seeds of the plan were planted in 2018 when the legislature established the state’s Palliative Care and Quality of Life Interdisciplinary Advisory Council. The group was charged with advising the state Department of Health on establishing an effective, sustainable palliative care program, figuring out how to evaluate the effectiveness of that program and how to ensure resi

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AlayaCare

JULY 3, 2023

When it comes to home care agencies, it’s crucial to have reliable and secure communication to deliver top-notch care and keep clients’ information private. As the importance of HIPAA compliance continues to grow, it’s essential to choose the best secure communication technology. Here’s a simple guide for home care agencies to pick the right tools and technologies that guarantee secure communication while meeting the strict regulations of the Health Insurance Portabilit

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Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

The Illinois legislature has passed a bill that would increase the maximum number of licensed hospice locations in each of the state’s counties to 16, up from five. State Rep.Natalie Manley (D) introduced the legislation with seven co-sponsors. It now awaits a signature from the state’s Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D). In addition to boosting the maximum number of hospices, the forthcoming law would permit hospice facilities to care for as many as 24 patients, up from 20.

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Caring Senior Service

JULY 3, 2023

As we get closer to the 4th of July, a patriotic spirit fills the air. Communities across the United States come together to celebrate the freedom and unity that our nation cherishes. As you and your family enjoy barbecues, fireworks, and parades on July 4th, it's important to include seniors in the celebration.

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Nurse Nacole

JULY 3, 2023

Category: Psychiatric Nursing In theory, antidepressants increase the amount of neurotransmitters available in the synapse, either by inhibiting metabolic degradation or decreasing the rate at which it is recycled (by the process called reuptake) back into the presynaptic neuron.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 3, 2023

“ChatGPT-assisted learning has the potential to revolutionize nursing education, providing opportunities for enhancing the learning experience and outcomes for nursing students,” says Michael LeTang, MS, RN-BC, CCRN-K, vice president, chief nursing informatics officer for the risk management department at Healthcare Risk Advisors (HRA), a part of TDC Group, and an adjunct professor at New York University in the graduate nursing informatics program.

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Community Home Health Care

JULY 3, 2023

Older adults have lived through the introduction of many life-changing innovations and inventions. As they age, technological advancements continue to revolutionize the way we live, work, and interact. One such innovation is Chat GPT, an advanced language model that can provide assistance, information, and companionship. While Chat GPT was initially developed to assist with various tasks, it also holds great potential for helping seniors enhance their well-being and maintain their independence.

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Hospice Promise

JULY 3, 2023

Whether you’re a patient facing a life-limiting illness or a caring family member or friend trying to support someone in need, Hospice Promise is dedicated to providing help and hope in every possible way. We understand the weight of this journey and are committed to providing unwavering support, guidance, and compassionate end-of-life care. No one should face these challenges alone.

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Together for Short Lives

JULY 3, 2023

On Tuesday 20 June we published a ground-breaking report entitled “The Children in Wales Requiring Palliative Care: Trends in Prevalence and Complexity 2009 – 2019”. Produced to inform the future delivery of paediatric palliative care in Wales, including the services delivered by the two Welsh children’s hospices, Tŷ Hafan and Tŷ Gobaith, this represents the […] The post Sustainable funding for CPC in Wales is critical appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Traditions Health

JULY 3, 2023

7 Tips for Staying Hydrated It’s summer. Warmer weather, longer days, and more sunshine lie ahead. We hope you’ll soak up every minute you can—but also keep your health top-of-mind. With climbing temperatures, there’s a greater risk of dehydration. Ensuring you drink enough water is the easiest way to give your body a summertime boost. After all, water helps regulate body temperature, transport essential nutrients and flush out waste.

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Hospice Chaplaincy

JULY 3, 2023

Having participated in Camp Kangaroo two weeks ago, Saul is taken back to his conversation last year with one of the founders of camp kangaroo Russell Hilliard. Dr.

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Minority Nurse

JULY 3, 2023

The Office of Minority Health, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services , designates each July as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. By calling attention to the specifics of mental health in minority communities , the awareness campaign helps spread information about the importance of good mental health practices, shares resources for finding help, and removes some of the stigma around seeking treatment for conditions including depression or anxiety.

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