by Keri McDermott | Feb 5, 2018 | Archived
Healthcare professionals are quick to respond to any individual experiencing symptoms of a potential heart attack or stroke. Immediate treatment reduces damage and saves lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading...
by Keri McDermott | Feb 5, 2018 | Archived
This year’s influenza season has hit hard across the globe. Most people who get the flu fully recover, however, the flu can lead to major health complications, including sepsis. Sepsis is the body’s overwhelming response to infection, which can lead to tissue...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 30, 2018 | Archived
Colorectal cancer is preventable when individuals are screened. The National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT) began a quality improvement movement to save lives by setting an ambitious goal for 80% of adults aged 50 and older to be regularly screened for...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 29, 2018 | Archived
Let’s Unite and Wear RED on Friday, February 2. National Wear Red Day: Get involved and join the national social media campaign using #WearRedandGive. For tools and information on how to get involved and show your support, visit the American Heart...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 26, 2018 | Archived
We are deep into flu season and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting widespread activity across most of the United State. Influenza especially poses a serious threat to certain populations; however, everyone is at risk for influenza and...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 26, 2018 | Archived
Developed by the American Medical Association, Steps Forward™ is a free, online platform offering education, process improvement initiatives, metrics and tools with the goal of enhancing practice transformation. These modules include case studies and downloadable...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 23, 2018 | Archived
Home health services provide an alternative for individuals requiring medical care outside the traditional setting of a hospital or nursing facility. While the comfort of home can have a positive impact on recovery time and quality of life, a significant number of...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 19, 2018 | Archived
New Resources Amplify Be Antibiotics Aware message, Raise Awareness About Appropriate Antibiotic Use Exciting, colorful and interactive, the CDC’s new video & animated icons bring the Be Antibiotics Aware message to life! Add these digital resources to your...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 16, 2018 | Archived
Lose weight, exercise more and eat healthier are always on the top of the New Year’s Resolution list. The gym is packed for the first few weeks and the vegetable tray is a fixture at the dinner table. And then, life gets in the way. For individuals with chronic...
by Keri McDermott | Jan 16, 2018 | Archived
The flu season is in its early phases and the number of individuals seeking health care for symptoms similar to influenza is over twice the national baseline. Widespread flu activity is being reported across the country and the Centers for Disease Control and...
