Medication Safety News Posts
Stop the Stigma: Substance Use Disorders
Substance abuse: the use of illegal drugs or the use of prescription or over-the-counter drugs or alcohol for purposes other than those for which they are meant to be used, or in excessive amounts. Substance abuse may lead to social, physical, emotional and...
#FightFlu – Digital Media Toolkit Available
December 5 - 9, 2022 is National Influenza Vaccination Week; a critical opportunity to remind everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu this season by getting their annual flu vaccine. Currently, flu...
Join Us: Friday Focus 4 Health Series Launch | December 6, 2022
Series Launch: Join Us! Tuesday, December 6, 2022 | 3:00 p.m. CT [symple_button...
In Case You Missed It I Antibiotic Stewardship: Reducing Healthcare-Associated Infections Webinar
In this session, Josh Ohrtman, PharmD, discussed antibiotic stewardship and the CDC's core elements and explain why appropriate use of antibiotics is important. Ohrtman also outlined barriers to antibiotic stewardship and provide resources and opportunities for...
CDC COCA Call: Clinical Practice Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Pain I November 17, 2022
All patients should have access to effective and safe pain treatment options to achieve their optimal health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) support the clinician-patient relationship in providing personalized pain management solutions. The 2022...
November is C.diff Awareness Month: Prevention is Key
November is C.diff, Awareness Month and for a good reason. 29,300 people with C. diff infection die in the United States each year. One in 11 people over age 65 diagnosed with a healthcare-associated C. diff infection die within one month. What is C. diff? | CDC C....
Customizable Teach-Back Training Toolkit Available
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) states that 40 - 80% of the medical information patients and residents are told during office visits is forgotten immediately and nearly half of the information retained is incorrect. The teach-back method is a way...
SanfordHelps: Removing Barriers and Improving Access
When it comes to healthcare, Sanford Health goes beyond just caring for physical well-being. The COVID pandemic emphasized the need to assist individuals with food insecurities, transportation issues, access to medications and much more. Sanford Health recently...
Great Plains QIN Webinar: The ABCs of ADEs | October 18, 2022
Adverse Drug Events (ADEs) are a large public health problem and a patient safety priority. During this Webinar, Carrie Sorenson, PharmD, will discuss the scope of the program, risk factors and identify prevention strategies and available resources. Tuesday, October...
Great Plains QIN Webinar: Removing Stumbling Blocks to Prevent Falls I September 19, 2022
A simple stumble or slip can result in a serious injury or even death. Individuals 65 and older are at a higher risk for injury from a fall, which most often happens at home or at a residential care facility. Encouraging participation in evidence-based programs can...