CARE Connections: Best Practice Briefs Series

CARE Connections: Best Practice Briefs Series

While most individuals work to avoid the emergency department others consider it a source of primary health care.  When emergency services are overused, the cost of health care increases across the board. This series will explore strategies for encouraging proper use...
Sanford Bismarck Medical Center Offering $25 Heart Screenings

Sanford Bismarck Medical Center Offering $25 Heart Screenings

According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Regular check-ups and early detection of heart issues can greatly reduce the risk of developing heart disease or suffering from a...
Alzheimer’s Association Webinar: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s I August 30, 2022

Alzheimer’s Association Webinar: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s I August 30, 2022

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join this free virtual education program to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the...
Native American Cultural Awareness Four-Part Series | November – December 2021

Native American Cultural Awareness Four-Part Series | November – December 2021

This four-part webinar series will enhance cultural awareness and understanding of the Great Plains Tribes. Participants will be introduced to cultural customs, norms, protocols, and healing practices to help health care teams improve their delivery of care when...
Health Literacy: Clear Communication Improves Outcomes

Health Literacy: Clear Communication Improves Outcomes

Personal health literacy is when individuals have the ability to find, understand, and use information and services for health-related decisions for themselves and others. Complicated and unfamiliar words leave nearly nine out of ten American adults struggling to...
Great Plains QIN Webinar: The Pharmacist – An Invaluable Community Resource | October 19, 2021

Great Plains QIN Webinar: The Pharmacist – An Invaluable Community Resource | October 19, 2021

  October 19, 2021 | 3:00 p.m. CT Individuals experiencing acute or chronic health conditions may engage with and receive prescriptions from multiple healthcare professionals. Tracking all medication, including over-the-counter options, is essential for...
COVID-19 Vaccination Upon Discharge from Hospitals, Emergency Departments and Urgent Care Facilities

COVID-19 Vaccination Upon Discharge from Hospitals, Emergency Departments and Urgent Care Facilities

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently shared with immunization program mangers across the country the document “Increasing Access to Vaccination Opportunities: COVID-19 Vaccination upon Discharge from Hospitals, Emergency Departments and Urgent...
Great Plains QIN Medication Safety Action Group: Ask the Experts | June 15, 2021

Great Plains QIN Medication Safety Action Group: Ask the Experts | June 15, 2021

Medication Safety Action Group: Ask the Experts This Medication Safety Action Group provides an opportunity to ask questions and seek assistance about medication safety methods and treatment processes. This session builds on the May 18 event: Medication Safety – What...