by Keri McDermott | Nov 17, 2017 | Archived
Social media has found its place in healthcare ; it plays an important role in patient engagement. Healthcare providers now have an easier and more immediate way to connect with their patients and the public. The connections made on social media are doing everything...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 16, 2017 | Archived
The American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and several other health organizations released a comprehensive new guideline with recommendations regarding the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of hypertension. Everyone, even people with normal blood...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 14, 2017 | Archived
Improving admission medication reconciliation with pharmacists or pharmacy technicians in the emergency department: a randomised controlled trial. Among hospitalized patients, Adverse Drug Events (ADEs) are a common and serious source of patient harm. Medication...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 14, 2017 | Archived
Recognizing the growing number of individuals with diabetes and the specific concern for women’s rights regarding health, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), with the support of the World Health Organization (WHO), established November 14 as World...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 9, 2017 | Archived
Great American Smokeout November 16, 2017 Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society’s ‘Great American Smokeout’ event. You can encourage your patients or someone you know to use the date as an...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 9, 2017 | Archived
Individuals living in poverty struggle to maintain the basic daily needs of food, clothing and shelter. Those with pre-diabetes or diabetes have the added challenge of managing a chronic illness. Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC) is a volunteer organization based...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 7, 2017 | Archived
Celebrating Home Care and Hospice Caregivers The month of November is Home Care and Hospice Month. Thousands of home care and hospice professionals across the nation are honored for the key role they play in our healthcare system. Did you know: More than 12 million...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 6, 2017 | Archived
Get Ahead of Sepsis has released new materials to help patients and healthcare professionals act fast if sepsis is suspected, including: 1. Conversation Starter for Patients: Questions and answers to use with your doctor or nurse 2. Pocket Guides for Healthcare...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 6, 2017 | Archived
High-Alert Medication Safety Self-Assessment The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) has introduced a new tool to help hospitals, long-term care facilities and certain outpatient facilities evaluate their best practices related to high-alert medications,...
by Keri McDermott | Nov 2, 2017 | Archived
Vampires and zombies are very familiar with blood. As American Diabetes Month begins these Halloween characters are the perfect reminders for those at risk of developing diabetes to check blood glucose levels. The growing number of individuals living with diabetes is...
