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National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – October 28, 2023
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications. A variety of print and digital resource are...
Free at Home COVID-19 Tests Kits Available
At home over the counter (OTC) COVID-19 diagnostics tests can show if you have an active COVID-19 infection. These tests are FDA authorized for self-testing, without a prescription, and available online or at local stores. Beginning September 25, every U.S household...
Teach-Back I Effective Communication and Understanding
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) reports that as much as 80 percent of the medical information patients receive during their office appointments is forgotten immediately, and nearly half of the information retained is incorrect. Even those with...
Recovery Reinvented | Putting An End To Shame And Stigma
Recovery Reinvented is a movement to end the shame and stigma surrounding the disease of addiction in North Dakota. The experience was hosted by North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and First Lady Kathryn Burgum. The event took place at Minot State University in Minot,...
NEW Episodes: Q-Tips For Your Ears Podcast
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...
Naloxone Saves Lives. Take Our Training Today.
Great Plains Quality Innovation Network developed this Naloxone training for ANYONE interested in learning more about how Naloxone can be used to save a life. This 20-minute training provides an overview of the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose, three different...
October Focus 4 Health Series: A Culture of Safety | Register Today
We have moved our Focus 4 Health Sessions to Wednesdays at 12:15 – 12:45 pm CT Join our October Focus 4 Health Series: A Culture of Safety During this Series, we will discuss strategies to: Achieve consistent, safe operations in recognition of high-risk organizational...
Healthcare Quality Week: Quality Care and Patient Safety Matters
The Great Plains QIN team proudly supports the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) and those around the world in celebrating Healthcare Quality Week; working to raise awareness of the positive impacts that skilled healthcare quality professionals are...
Alzheimer’s Disease: Suspicions and Delusions
A person with Alzheimer's may become suspicious of those around them, even accusing others of theft, infidelity or other improper behavior. While accusations can be hurtful, remember that the disease is causing these behaviors and try not to take offense. What to...
Health Literacy is a Key Factor in Improving Rural Health Outcomes
Health literacy is a key factor in improving health outcomes and well-being in rural areas, where unique challenges, such as limited access to healthcare services and diverse populations make it especially important. Effective health communication and education...