Hospice News
MAY 26, 2022
Trinity Health at Home recently acquired Iowa-based Above & Beyond Home Health Care and Hospice for an undisclosed sum. The two will officially join forces on July 1 in a move aimed at expanding much-needed care in local communities. The home health and hospice provider is part of Trinity Health, a large, faith-based nonprofit health care system headquartered in Livonia, Michigan.
GeriPal
MAY 26, 2022
Summary Transcript Summary. It’s been a while since we’ve done a Covid/bioethics podcast (see prior ethics podcasts here , here , here , and here ). But Covid is not over and this pandemic keeps raising challenging issues that force us to consider competing ethical considerations. . This week, we discuss an article by bioethicists Govind Persad and Emily Largent arguing that the NIH guidance for allocation of Paxlovid during conditions of scarcity.
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Hospice News
MAY 26, 2022
Encompass Health’s forthcoming spin off of Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is expected to complete July 1. In preparation, the fledgling company has appointed its board and is laying the groundwork for trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Enhabit filed a Form 10 registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, a necessary step to trade on an exchange.
Freedom Home Care and Medical Staffing
MAY 26, 2022
It’s not Easy, But it’s a Start. Taking care of your mental health doesn’t always come naturally. Without realizing it, we can accept our reality and believe there is nothing we can do about it. The truth is, it isn’t easy but there are small little actions one can take and then maybe, over time, something makes a difference. Mental Health Awareness Month.
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Hospice News
MAY 26, 2022
Racial and socioeconomic disparities in hospice and palliative care have been persistent problems in the field for decades, including among communities of Asian origin. To help providers close some of those gaps, the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) has released a new Chinese American Resource Guide. . The Asian population in the United States is the fastest growing relative to other demographics, having risen 29.3% between 2010 and 2019.
Minority Nurse
MAY 26, 2022
In early December 2021, I was seeing a physical therapist for a shoulder injury. During one of my visits, the therapist was alternating between me and another patient on an adjacent bed, who had a knee replacement. While the therapist worked on the other patient’s leg, stretching it and bending the knee, I eavesdropped on their conversation. The patient was in pain, anxious to complete the hard part of the therapy.
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NHPCO
MAY 26, 2022
For Immediate Release. May 25, 2022. NHPCO Provides New Resource to Support Outreach to Chinese American Communities. NHPCO’s Diversity Advisory Council Developed New Guide to. Improve Equity and Increase Access to Hospice and Palliative Care. (Alexandria, Va) – The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) today released a new Chinese American Resource Guide to support hospice and palliative care providers’ work to deepen connections with Chinese American communities as part of
Today's Caregiver
MAY 26, 2022
As we mark the tenth anniversary of the National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease, we also mourn the loss of one million lives taken by COVID-19. Confronting both diseases, we realize how far we have come but also how much work is still ahead.
Palliverse
MAY 26, 2022
The largest health and disability system reforms for a generation will start in Aotearoa New Zealand (ANZ) starting in July of this year. One of the major changes is the creation of an independent M?ori Health Authority. Its important task is to address the health inequities and disparities which lead to M?ori people dying seven years earlier than other residents of ANZ.
Euro-American Connections & Homecare
MAY 26, 2022
Dehydration can cause serious health issues and is a common cause of hospitalization in people over age 65. To make it easier to keep your loved one hydrated, here are 3 things you can do to make sure you keep them hydrated: 1. Keep water close by at all times – Sometimes, making it easy for seniors to serve themselves could encourage them to drink more water. 2.
Seasons Hospice
MAY 26, 2022
Did you know that poor oral health can have a significant impact on your overall health? It’s true! In fact, research has shown that people who neglect their oral health are more likely to develop serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Maintaining good oral hygiene habits is essential for seniors. In this blog post, we will discuss the impacts of neglecting senior oral health and provide some tips for keeping your teeth and gums healthy as you age.
Together for Short Lives
MAY 26, 2022
Together for Short Lives has welcomed the UK Government’s new cost of living support which will help families of seriously ill children and young people. The package of support, announced by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak on Thursday 26 May, will provide the following: A one-off payment of £150 in September for people who […]. The post New cost of living support will help families of seriously ill children appeared first on Together for Short Lives.
Today's Caregiver
MAY 26, 2022
According to the American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, there are two definitions for the word curmudgeon. The first one being: An ill-tempered person full of resentment and stubborn notions.
Comforcare Home Care
MAY 26, 2022
Memorial Day falls on May 30th, 2022. This is a day to remember and honor all the brave heroes who served to hold our flag high. The deepest gratitude for the ultimate sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Comforcare supports the military. Warm wishes on Memorial Day.
Nurse Nacole
MAY 26, 2022
Category: Fundamentals If a patient has been receiving nitrate therapy long term, it should not be abruptly discontinued because of the risk of rebound hypertension and angina. If discontinuation is required, it should be done by tapering the doses.
Minority Nurse
MAY 26, 2022
During Oncology Nursing Month , oncology nurses and the specialty they work in are honored and highlighted. Oncology nurses work with patients who have dealt with a cancer diagnosis–whether years ago or more recent. No matter when a patient hears they have cancer, the words are startling and set in motion treatment and care plans, family discussions, and life adjustments, while also triggering some powerful emotional responses.
Nurse.com
MAY 26, 2022
Although it is more than two years into the pandemic, long COVID is poorly understood, and treatment often focuses on improving specific symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath. Even definitions of the condition vary. “The CDC definition [of long COVID is] new and returning, or ongoing health problems in people who are at least four or more weeks after the first infection with SARS-CoV-2,” Akiko Iwasaki, PhD, professor of immunobiology at Yale University, said in a recent interview.
Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder
MAY 26, 2022
Renee Kinder. It’s been a little over a month since the Q4FY21 release of the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Program for Evaluating Payment Patterns Electronic Report (PEPPER). Have you downloaded your reports yet? Reviewed with your team? If not, first things first: To obtain your SNF PEPPER , the CEO, president, administrator, compliance officer, quality assurance/performance improvement officer, or other authorized user within your organization (selecting a job title closest to their title) s
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