by | Dec 5, 2023 | Care Coordination, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Health Equity, Immunizations, Quality Care Coalition
The North Dakota Center for Immunization Research and Education (CIRE) recently hosted a Webinar, New Products for Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Prevention. Monday, December 11, 2023 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT Access the Recording Webinar objectives: Describe...
by | Dec 5, 2023 | Featured, Great Plains QIN, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Quality Care Coalition
COVID-19 cases are rising across the country as health officials prepare for another winter season of fighting respiratory diseases. Kudos to nursing homes in South Dakota and North Dakota for having the highest and second highest rate, respectively, of COVID-19...
by | Nov 28, 2023 | Featured, Great Plains QIN, Immunizations, Quality Care Coalition
A recent CDC State of Vaccine Confidence Insights Report focusing on rural America highlighted the ongoing concerns about vaccine safety that may impact vaccine confidence and demand. This holiday season, help keep your community safe by providing information and...
by | Nov 27, 2023 | Chronic Disease Self-Management, Covid-19, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Healthcare-Associated Infections, Hospitals, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Patient Safety, Q Tip Podcast, Quality Care Coalition
Pneumonia is the second most common cause of infection in nursing facilities. A seasonal increase in pneumonia occurs due to influenza and unfortunately, many nursing home residents do not survive. The most common pneumonia pathogens in the nursing facility are...
by | Nov 13, 2023 | Covid-19, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Hospitals, Immunizations, Patient Safety, Q Tip Podcast
Join Immunize South Dakota for the next Online & in-the-know session focusing on understanding crucial aspects of vaccination during pregnancy. Dr. Nicole Buchele, Sanford Health, will discuss the increased risk of complications from vaccine-preventable diseases...
by | Oct 31, 2023 | Covid-19, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Patient Safety, Quality Care Coalition
Beyond private insurance, numerous programs exist that alleviate the financial burden associated with vaccinations. Join Immunize South Dakota for an eye-opening session delving into recent changes to immunization coverage policy. This webinar is a must-attend,...
by | Oct 16, 2023 | Behavioral Health Outcomes, Cardiac Care, Care Coordination, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Covid-19, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Health Equity, Home Health, Hospitals, Immunizations, Medication Safety, Nursing Home Quality, Patient Safety, Q Tip Podcast, Quality Care Coalition, Quality of Care Transitions
Looking for health care information and quality resources? We added a few more episodes to our new podcast series: Q-Tips For Your Ears. This podcast is designed for everyone – healthcare professionals, patients and family members; sharing basic healthcare information...
by | Oct 3, 2023 | Behavioral Health Outcomes, Care Coordination, Chronic Disease Self-Management, Covid-19, Diabetes Care, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Health Equity, Home Health, Hospitals, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Opioids, Patient Safety, Public Observances, Quality Care Coalition
The mission of FirstLink is to assist individuals in identifying, accessing and making effective use of community and volunteer resources. Through this program, individuals can access free resources, support as well as crisis intervention services throughout North...
by | Sep 28, 2023 | Covid-19, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Home Health, Hospitals, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Patient Safety, Q Tip Podcast, Quality Care Coalition
The 2023 #GetVaccinated Toolkit is a comprehensive resource curated to empower long term care providers in their mission to encourage and facilitate vaccinations among their residents and staff. As we approach the cold and flu season, there is a need to emphasize the...
by | Sep 22, 2023 | Chronic Disease Self-Management, Featured, Great Plains QIN, Health Equity, Home Health, Hospitals, Immunizations, Nursing Home Quality, Patient Safety, Q Tip Podcast, Quality Care Coalition
Pneumonia is a common illness that can be serious or even life-threatening. Not all cases of pneumonia can be prevented, but through education for those we care for and assisting them to take certain measures, we can certainly reduce the prevalence and severity. The...
