Best Practice Brief – Taking Control of Tobacco in South Dakota
Tobacco Control Program focuses on prevention, cessation, and education to reduce the impact of tobacco use. Specialized programs are used to reach South Dakota populations facing a higher proportion of tobacco-related challenges. With Be Free SD as a foundation, community and health care facilities have access to data, resources, and a collection of brands to […]
Great Plains QIN Webinar: The ABCs of ADEs | October 18, 2022
During this Webinar, Carrie Sorenson, Pharm D, addressed the terms related to drug-related harm, the scope of the problem, risk factors, prevention strategies and available resources. Access The Recording Presenter: Carrie Sorenson, PharmD | Great Plains QIN Quality Improvement Advisor Sorenson is employed by Quality Health Associates of North Dakota and serves as a Quality […]
Best Practice Brief – Call it Quits: SD Quitline Overview
Call it Quits: SD Quitline Overview Quitting cold turkey doesn’t work for everyone. The SD Quitline provides support and resources to guide individuals on the journey to freedom from tobacco and vaping products: no matter how many times they walk the road. Watch the Recording Objectives: Highlight data trends related to SD Quitline participation Describe […]
Best Practice Brief – Kick Start the Quit at Avera Addiction Care Center
Admitting the need for help is the first step toward recovery. Avera Addiction Care Center in Aberdeen focuses on treatment for the whole person to encourage and promote healing and recovery. Use of tobacco and vaping products often go hand-in-hand with alcohol, drugs, and gambling. Coordinating the delivery of a Kick Start Kit at the […]
Best Practice Brief – Vape Video Challenge Promotes Peer Messaging
Teenagers experience peer pressure, and it can have significant consequences…some good and some bad. Engaging high school students in developing messages about the dangers of vaping using a video challenge has created a positive buzz through the hallways and in the community. The South Dakota Foundation for Medical Care is expanding to include the creative […]
Antibiotic Stewardship: Updates and Opportunities to Reduce Healthcare-Associated Infections
In this session, Josh Ohrtman, PharmD, discussed antibiotic stewardship and the CDC's core elements and explained why appropriate use of antibiotics is important. Ohrtman also outlined barriers to antibiotic stewardship and provided resources and opportunities for reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Access the Recording | Access the Presentation Speaker: Josh Ohrtman, PharmD | Medicine Shoppe; Rapid […]
Best Practice Brief – Quitting for Two is a Bright Start
Quitting for Two is a Bright Start A first-time pregnancy can be an equally exciting and overwhelming phase of life. Extra support and medical care is important for the health of every woman and every baby, and use of tobacco products during and after pregnancy can lead to health complications. Objectives: Highlight the SD Quitline […]
Best Practice Brief – Refusing to Quit on Watertown {POSTPONED}
Gone are the days of ash trays and cigarettes in local restaurants and offices. Unfortunately, the fruity smell of nicotine vapors and smashed remains of electronic vaping devices in parking lots have become the alternative. Easy to conceal due to the pleasant smell and clever designs, a growing number of young adults and adolescents are […]
Friday Focus 4 Health Series Launch
Series Launch: Join Us! Tuesday, December 6, 2022 | 3:00 p.m. CT ⇒ If You Missed It, Access the Recording and Resources Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative learning experience designed to […]
Friday Focus 4 Health: January Series I Opioids
Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative learning experience designed to improve patient outcomes. This January Series on Opioids will continue your education on the data, clinical application, communication & facilitation, and implementation […]
Friday Focus 4 Health: January Series I Adverse Drug Events
Our Friday Focus 4 Health Series is intended to jump start or augment your current quality improvement efforts. Participants will connect across the Dakotas for a diverse and collaborative learning experience designed to improve patient outcomes. This January Series on Adverse Drug Events will continue your education on the data, clinical application, communication & facilitation, […]