Aging Life Care Association

MARCH 12, 2025

By Jennifer Crowley, RN, CLCP, CMC As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes an essential part of our well-being. For solo aging individuals aging without a spouse, partner, or close family support long-term care planning takes on added significance. Ensuring that your future needs are met and your wishes are honored … Continue reading Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging → The post Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging appeared first o

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AJN Off the Charts

MARCH 10, 2025

As of March 7, 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated that a total of 222 measles (rubeola) cases had been reported in 12 different U.S. jurisdictions: Alaska, California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington. Among those cases, 94% were either unvaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 13, 2025

Nothing is better than somebody making you laugh after having a bad day. Laughter is indeed the best medicine laughter can decrease cortisol in the body and increase feel-good chemicals in the body so that you can feel relaxed and happy. Humor in the workplace can help with nursing challenges that feel impossible. It gives nurses a reason to laugh when things are out of control, reducing depressive symptoms.

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SevenPonds Blog

MARCH 12, 2025

SevenPonds is rerunning some of its readers’ favorite interviews. This originally was published in November 2022. Jesse Starks first exposure to singing bowls occurred roughly a decade ago when his mother brought a good-sized crystal singing bowl over to his … Continue reading → The post <img src="[link] Healing Sound of Singing Bowls appeared first on SevenPonds Blog.

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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.

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Traditions Health

MARCH 10, 2025

As caregivers, we want to do everything in our power to support our loved ones. So, when your loved one suddenly stops eating and drinking, its only natural youd be concerned and sometimes even feel a bit helpless. But understanding these two important things can give you some much-needed peace: Not wanting to eat or drink toward the end of life is normal, and you should honor their wishes.

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Hospice News

MARCH 11, 2025

A key component of palliative care is understanding that chronic conditions may not be cured, but rather need to be managed, sometimes for many years. Pharmacological drugs have their limitations and they have side effects. They’re not effective in a lot of conditions, especially toward the end of life or in chronic illness care, said Dr. William Collins, associate director of the Palliative Care Institute at Western Washington University.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

MARCH 13, 2025

If theres one word to describe the spirit of my two middle boys, it would be serendipitous. They float through life with a carefree lightness that many envy, leaving behind trails of joy in the paths of everyone they encounter. Watching them is like witnessing a scene from a Broadway show everyone singing, doors opening and life simply unfolding as if by magic.

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Together for Short Lives

MARCH 13, 2025

Reacting to the Prime Ministers decision to abolish NHS England, Nick Carroll, Chief Executive of Together for Short Lives, said: As it begins this significant reform to the way the NHS works in England, the government must put the people the NHS cares for at the centre of this reorganisation. It is imperative that vulnerable […] The post Our statement on the abolition of NHS England appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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Hospice News

MARCH 14, 2025

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) has recommended to Congress a freeze on hospice payment increases starting in 2026. In its annual report to Congress, MedPAC urged policymakers to eliminate hospice base-rate increases for 2026. The commission made a similar recommendation last year. MedPAC commissioners maintained that hospice payment levels were favorable, due to increases in utilization and length of stay, sufficient access to capital, investor interest in the space and margin

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Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

MARCH 9, 2025

Introduction This week’s blog is by Rebecca Garcia and Irtiza Qureshi. The nursing workforce in the United Kingdom (UK) has been under capacity for a long time [1]. According to the latest published figures from NHS Digital (2024) [2], there are currently 34,709 qualified nursing vacancies in England. Worryingly, UCAS figures for 2024 demonstrate a decline over the last three years in people applying and being accepted to nursing courses (and while there are regional differences across the

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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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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

MARCH 10, 2025

Hospice Care: A Commitment Beyond the Patient When a patient enters hospice, care does not end at the moment of passing – it extends far beyond, reaching the hearts of those left behind. Our bereavement support team provides critical emotional and psychological assistance to families, caregivers, and loved ones, ensuring they are not alone in The post Beyond the Bedside: The Unseen Impact of Hospice Bereavement Care appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

MARCH 9, 2025

Why Nutrition Matters for Your Health Eating well is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy as you age. Good nutrition helps you feel stronger, have more energy, and avoid unnecessary hospital visits. Unfortunately, many seniors face challenges that make it harder to eat well, such as health problems, medication The post The Importance of Nutrition in Your Health appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Hospice News

MARCH 13, 2025

Aveanna Healthcare Holdings (Nasdaq: AVAH) is putting home health and hospice at the forefront of its growth sights in 2025 through a mix of strategic approaches. Aveanna has seen consecutive periods of growth in its home health and hospice business line. The company anticipates positive trends in financial and clinical outcomes to continue in the next year, according to Aveanna CEO Jeff Shaner.

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Diversity Nursing

MARCH 12, 2025

Ever wondered if the stars have something to do with how you handle a chaotic shift? Do you thrive in the madness of the ER, or are you the cool, calm, and collected Nurse that everyone turns to? Whether you're a fiery Aries or a meticulous Virgo, your zodiac sign might just explain your shift personality! Lets dive into The Nursing Zodiac and find out what your sign says about your Nursing style.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

MARCH 13, 2025

This post is the third in our five-part series, Navigating Life Sciences Transactions , where our team of attorneys provides essential strategies and insights for successful life sciences transactions. With the SXSW Health and MedTech conference in full swing, its a good time to reflect on some fundamental Intellectual Property (IP) strategies that can help safeguard your Life Sciences and MedTech business and maximize its value now and into the future.

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Caregiver Support Services

MARCH 14, 2025

Caring for a loved one after joint replacement surgery can improve their recovery. By focusing on practical steps, youll help them rebuild strength, regain mobility, and enhance their confidence. Where to start? Heres how to support recovery after joint replacement. Prepare Their Body Before Surgery Preparation before surgery can lead to fewer complications and a faster recovery.

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Hospice News

MARCH 12, 2025

The Texas-based home-based care provider New Day Healthcare has acquired the home health agency Patient Recovery Home Healthcare Services in Houston. Financial terms were undisclosed. The transaction marks New Days 14th successful acquisition to date and comes approximately one month after it acquired Christian Senior Care, also in Houston. Patient Recovery Home Healthcare has been in operation for 15 years and will not rebrand post-acquisition.

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Responsive Home Care

MARCH 12, 2025

When a family member starts showing signs of dementia, children often become curious and worried. They might ask, “Why does Pop-Pop keep forgetting where he lives?” or “Is Granny upset with me because she can’t remember my birthday?” As a parent or caregiver, you may not have all the answers at your fingertips, but creating […] The post When Your Child Has Questions About Dementia, Heres How to Respond appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 14, 2025

Whether you’re working in oncology, home care, or as a school nurse, fueling your nursing engine is integral to ensuring you’re not running on empty. So, what does it mean to fuel your nursing engine? This is a metaphor, of course, and we can interpret it in many ways. The Literal “Engine” Your literal “nursing engine” is your body.

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Minority Nurse

MARCH 10, 2025

Planning for a financially secure retirement is essential for all nurses, but minority nurses face unique challenges that require special attention. For example, according to a study released by the National Library of Medicine , Black nurses reported higher job dissatisfaction and intent to leave their positions within a year compared to White nurses.

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Hospice News

MARCH 12, 2025

Navigating the nuanced differences of adult versus pediatric palliative care delivery can be a challenging feat for seriously ill youths as they age and transition between these two realms. Pediatric patients often experience burdensome care transitions as they reach adulthood, according to Dr. Daniel Karlin, associate clinical professor University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) David Geffen School of Medicine.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

MARCH 10, 2025

Hospice Care: A Commitment Beyond the Patient When a patient enters hospice, care does not end at the moment of passing – it extends far beyond, reaching the hearts of those left behind. Our bereavement support team provides critical emotional and psychological assistance to families, caregivers, and loved ones, ensuring they are not alone in The post Beyond the Bedside: The Unseen Impact of Hospice Bereavement Care appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 13, 2025

There is a high demand for psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) as they play a vital role in healthcare. PMHNPs provide care to patients with mental health disorders or substance use disorders by assessing, diagnosing, and developing treatment plans. Reassessing the effectiveness of treatment plans is also an essential role of the PMHNP.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

MARCH 9, 2025

Why Nutrition Matters for Your Health Eating well is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy as you age. Good nutrition helps you feel stronger, have more energy, and avoid unnecessary hospital visits. Unfortunately, many seniors face challenges that make it harder to eat well, such as health problems, medication The post The Importance of Nutrition in Your Health appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Hospice News

MARCH 14, 2025

Rising demand for end-of-life care is pushing hospice growth opportunities to the forefront in value-based reimbursement. More payers in this arena are increasingly recognizing the depth of potential beneficial outcomes when it comes to collaborative hospice partnerships. Swelling aging populations have fueled rising health care costs across the country, with payers and providers alike seeking ways to ensure affordable access and sustainable services.

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SevenPonds Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

One visual artist in Canada has been soliciting other’s grief stories to create uniquely beautiful visual art her own offering of healing. Nova Scotia-based artist Chanelle Jefferson first experienced grief when her parents divorced. As she explained on her … Continue reading → The post <img src="[link] Jefferson Creates Visual Art with “The Grief Project” appeared first on SevenPonds Blog.

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Daily Nurse

MARCH 10, 2025

A few months ago, I was talking to a nursing friend who had just switched from years at the bedside to an outpatient role in an IV clinic. She called it her “soft nursing era” (which made me chuckle). But it also made me wonder: “I’ve been at this a long time what would my soft nursing era look like?” Most nurses are starting to come to terms with a simple truth: healthcare and nursing are changing incredibly fast, and, for many, the profession looks different toda

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Healthy Workforce Institute

MARCH 12, 2025

A healthy work culture doesnt happen by accident it happens by design. In healthcare, where high stress and competing priorities dominate the workplace, leaders play a critical role in shaping the environment. When core values like respect, compassion, and excellence are just words on a poster instead of guiding principles, the result is often disengagement, turnover, and even patient safety concerns.

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Hospice News

MARCH 12, 2025

A Texas-based physician recently entered a settlement to pay nearly half a million dollars for their alleged involvement in a hospice kickback scheme that transpired roughly four years ago. Dr. John Patterson agreed to pay $486,626 to resolve allegations of kickback payments received from Nursemind Home Care. Patterson is accused of certifying patients for hospice care who did not have a terminal condition and were not eligible to receive these services.

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Caregiver Support Services

MARCH 10, 2025

The world has (thankfully) become a much more forgiving and accessible place for people who are differently abled, but anyone with experience in caregiving knows there is still much work to be done. As a business owner of commercial property, you can invest in practical accessibility measures and disability-friendly implementation, not only because its the right thing to do, but it helps you welcome a wider subset of clients, customers or guests.

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