Hospice News
JANUARY 15, 2025
Terminally ill patients often lack a firm understanding and awareness about their end-of-life care options, a trend researchers across the world are examining more closely. Underserved neurological patients Patients with neurodegenerative diseases are less likely to receive hospice care compared to others, according to a recent study published in the Neurology journal.
Caregiver Support Services
JANUARY 15, 2025
Balancing caregiving responsibilities is one of the more challenging parts of looking after a loved one. Depending on the needs of the patient, it can eclipse your own life and cause personal problems. But you can cope with finding balance by asking for help or sharing some of the responsibility. Address Emotional Challenges There is an emotional toll that comes with care for you and the patient.
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Hospice News
JANUARY 15, 2025
A clear trend has emerged in the health care industry: Mergers and acquisitions of healthcare firms have slowed year over year. Though home-based care M&A showed signs of life in Q3 2024 in what has otherwise been a relatively quiet year thus far, transaction volume was still down last year, according to a report from M&A advisory firm Mertz Taggart.
Traditions Health
JANUARY 15, 2025
Franklin, TN Traditions Health of Ponca City, OK has earned The Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organizations commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Ponca City home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.
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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
Hospice News
JANUARY 15, 2025
Aveanna Healthcare Holdings (Nasdaq: AVAH) plans to rejoin the fray in 2025 when it comes to acquisitions. The Atlanta-headquartered company has its eyes on targets in the private duty nursing, hospice and home health industries, according to CEO Jeff Shaner. But for this year, their emphasis will likely be on private duty and home health companies.
Daily Nurse
JANUARY 15, 2025
In the bustling halls of Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital in Valencia, California, a heartwarming story of resilience and compassion unfolds. Meet Anthony Levesque, this week’s honored Nurse of the Week , whose journey from housekeeping to nursing is nothing short of inspiring. Not long ago, one patient lay in his hospital bed, feeling lonely and despondent.
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Nurse Nacole
JANUARY 15, 2025
Category: Critical Care Nursing Electromechanical dissociation (EMD) happens when no myocardial contractions occur and pseudo-EMD happens when myocardial contractions occur but are inadequate, and no pulse can be palpated.
Traditions Health
JANUARY 15, 2025
Franklin, TN Traditions Health has recently hired Corinne Ehlert as its new chief clinical and quality officer. With more than 30 years of clinical leadership and healthcare innovation experience, Ehlert will spearhead initiatives designed to improve clinical outcomes and enhance patient care. Corrinne is an experienced healthcare leader with proven success in improving performance and outcomes.
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