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Trailblazers in Scrubs: Celebrating Black Nurses Who Changed History and Inspire the Future

Daily Nurse

Nurses are not just caregiversthey’re advocates, educators, and changemakers. This Black History Month, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible contributions of Black nurses who broke barriers, faced adversity head-on, and paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system. These stories are not just history but a call to action for every nurse to honor their legacy by fostering equity and empowermen t in our profession.

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AMOREM Launches New Inpatient Center, Agrace Temporarily Closes Facility

Hospice News

Some hospices have recently expanded the reach of their inpatient services while other providers have temporarily shuttered these programs. AMOREM Set to Launch Inpatient Facility North Carolina-based AMOREM will soon unveil a new inpatient hospice care facility to help improve access in its home state. Located in Boone, North Carolina, the facility will expand inpatient care access across three of the seven counties that make up the geographic region commonly referred to as High Country.

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Human Metapneumovirus: Another Important Cause of Respiratory Illness

AJN Off the Charts

Photo by Maria Kovalets/Unsplash Respiratory viruses are part of our surrounding ecology, with rates increasing and decreasing across seasons and in accordance with the individual virus environmental preferences and human interactions. The SARS-CoV2 pandemic heightened international concern regarding respiratory virus presence and continues to serve as a stark reminder that illness anywhere in the world can have a profound impact on health in the United States.

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Elder Abuse: Signs To Look for and How to Help

Caregiver Support Services

Caring for older adults comes with immense responsibility. At times, navigating the complexities of their care can expose vulnerable individuals to harm. Elder abuse, encompassing physical harm, emotional manipulation, financial exploitation, or neglect, often occurs in silence. Understanding the warning signs and taking action to address elder abuse is critical for caregivers.

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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.

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Leading the Charge: Black Nursing Leaders Shaping the Future of Healthcare

Minority Nurse

Nurses are no strangers to leadership in action whether at the bedside, in the classroom, or within boardrooms. But leadership doesn’t look the same for everyone. For Black nursing leaders, advancing the profession means tackling systemic challenges head-on, amplifying voices that have historically been silenced, and creating pathways for the next generation.

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Ep. 41: Heartfelt Navigation: Pioneering Palliative Care for the Community

HPNA podcast

In this episode, we explore two innovative projectsProject UPHOLDS (Utilizing Palliative care for Heart failure Optimized using Lay navigators to Decrease Suffering) and Project ADAPT HF (ADdressing All Pain Through navigator-led palliative care optimized for Heart Failure)which focus on utilizing community-based lay navigators to optimize palliative care for heart failure, especially among older Black adults.

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What Does Comfort Mean to You?

Hospice Promise

Comfort looks different for everyone. In hospice care, it can mean relief from physical pain, emotional support through meaningful conversations, or finding peace in spirituality and the presence of loved ones. At Hospice Promise, we are committed to providing compassionate, holistic care that honors your unique needs and wishes. Lets talk about what comfort means to you and your family.