Hospice News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Hospices need a three-pronged approach to prepare for, respond to and appeal audits as more providers come under a wider regulatory microscope. A wide swath of auditing activity has ramped up in the hospice space as regulators seek to improve program integrity and quality oversight. More than half of hospice providers reported having multiple types of audits within a six-month span in a survey earlier this year.

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Seasons Hospice

AUGUST 14, 2024

As people age, managing chronic pain becomes a significant concern that impacts their quality of life, mental health, and daily functioning. Chronic pain, defined as pain lasting more than three months, can result from various conditions such as arthritis, neuropathy, osteoporosis, and other degenerative diseases. In this blog post, we explore comprehensive strategies and best practices for managing chronic pain in elderly patients to improve their quality of life and overall health outcomes.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 14, 2024

As a sector, most standalone palliative care providers are still maturing from startups into long-term, sustainable businesses. The World Health Organization estimates 56.8 million people need palliative care annually, worldwide. However, only about 14% of people who need this care receive it. While the need is growing, palliative care can be treated by some as a niche product, a boutique health care service lacking spread-sheet-ready benefit for its patients.

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AT Home Care & Hospice

AUGUST 14, 2024

National Immunization Awareness Month: Partnering to Protect Patient Health The Importance of Vaccinations for Frail Adults As a trusted home health partner, we understand the critical role that vaccinations play in safeguarding the health of frail adults. During National Immunization Awareness Month this August, we emphasize the importance of immunizations in preventing severe illnesses and The post Immunization Awareness appeared first on AT Home Care & Hospice.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Adobe Hospice & Home Health

AUGUST 14, 2024

National Immunization Awareness Month: Partnering to Protect Patient Health The Importance of Vaccinations for Frail Adults As a trusted home health partner, we understand the critical role that vaccinations play in safeguarding the health of frail adults. During National Immunization Awareness Month this August, we emphasize the importance of immunizations in preventing severe illnesses and The post Immunization Awareness appeared first on Abode Hospice & Home Health.

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Healthy Workforce Institute

AUGUST 14, 2024

In a recent podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Deborah Zimmermann , a prominent nurse leader with extensive experience in healthcare leadership. Dr. Zimmermann is the CEO of the DAISY Foundation and the President of the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL). Our conversation focused on an important issue facing the healthcare industry today: improving nurse well-being and retention.

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 14, 2024

One year after the devastating wildfires that swept through Maui, Jennifer Evrard, a dedicated registered nurse with BAYADA Home Health Care , emerged as a beacon of hope and resilience. Known for her exceptional commitment to her patients, Jennifer’s unwavering dedication and extraordinary efforts have earned her recognition as a true nursing hero, and Daily Nurse is proud to recognize her as the Nurse of the Week.

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 14, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health has recently hired Jessica Hellwege as its new vice president of operations for the hospice business line. In her new role, Hellwege will be responsible for oversight of hospice operations in Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Ohio, and Virginia. In addition, she will also play a crucial role in supporting the hospice care team, ensuring overall programming is operating at the highest of standards, and continuing to implement strategic, operational, and growth initiati

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Minority Nurse

AUGUST 14, 2024

Mental illness is becoming one of the most common health disorders in the United States and worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) reveals a 13% increase in reported mental health disorders over the past ten years. When looking specifically at the United States, approximately 1 in 5 Americans experienced mental illness, and 1 in 20 Americans experienced a serious mental illness in 2021.

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 14, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health is proud to announce our Spartanburg, South Carolina branch is now a Level One Partner with We Honor Veterans (WHV), a pioneering program developed by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). We Honor Veterans was launched in 2010 by NHPCO and the VA to address the growing need for veteran-centered end-of-life care, especially as veterans from different service eras are aging and

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 14, 2024

Category: Fundamentals Atherosclerosis is characterized by a chronic inflammatory process of the arterial wall that results from unbalanced lipid accumulation and the ensuing maladaptive immune responses.

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