QIO News Posts
Health Literacy: Tips for Communicating Clearly
Health Literacy Month is observed every October, serving as a dedicated time to highlight the importance of understanding health information and being able to make informed health decisions. Health literacy is crucial as it directly impacts an individual's ability to...
Podcast Series: Buprenorphine Initiation in the Emergency Department – Why, When, and How?
No community is untouched by the opioid crisis. Listen and learn from nationally recognized experts in four 15-minute podcasts about the importance and effectiveness of starting buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) in emergency departments. Hospital...
In Case You Missed It | The Complex Patient (A Behavioral Health Perspective)
During this October 17 Webinar, Heather Wilson, LCSW, discussed complex behavioral health needs in patients and the relation to care coordination. Attendees were asked, 'how could we do better' and 'whose responsibility is this'? Heather introduced us to Teddy, a...
North Dakota Lung Cancer Screening Initiative: Saving Lives One Scan At A Time
The American Lung Association is increasing lung cancer screening rates and removing barriers to care among North Dakotan residents. The North Dakota Lung Cancer Screening Initiative integrates public health equity best practices by building awareness, increasing...
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...