Hospice News

AUGUST 20, 2024

Hospices have suffered more bad press due to the actions of fraudulent actors in the space. The HBO satirical news program Last Week Tonight with John Oliver on August 19 aired a segment on hospice fraud, waste and abuse. Early in the program, Oliver, who hosts the show, acknowledged the value of hospice care done right. “Lots of dedicated people work with hospices, providing huge relief for dying patients and their families, particularly those who want to remain at home, where, in most cases, h

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Traditions Health

AUGUST 20, 2024

Franklin, TN – Traditions Health of Holdenville, OK has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a healthcare organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care. The Holdenville home health branch underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 20, 2024

New York state’s new Center for Hospice and Palliative Care recently launched with an aim to increase utilization and goal-concordant outcomes among swelling aging populations in the Empire State. The state’s Department of Health on Tuesday announced the center’s opening, which will operate under its Office for Aging and Long Term Care (OALTC). The location will serve as a space to design strategic statewide plans that address care delivery and public awareness issues impeding hospice and pallia

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Daily Nurse

AUGUST 20, 2024

The National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (NPWH) has announced an exciting collaboration with Springer Publishin g to introduce a new journal, the Clinical Journal for Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health (CJNPWH). Scheduled to debut in 2025, this quarterly, peer-reviewed online journal aims to drive the progress of women’s and gender-related health through cutting-edge clinical practice, health policy, and professional development insights.

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Elder Care Matters

AUGUST 20, 2024

Choosing the right power of attorney is vital for managing your financial and legal affairs. Learn how to select the best agent for your elder care needs. The post How to Choose the Right Power of Attorney for Your Needs appeared first on Elder Care Directory - ElderCareMatters.com.

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Nurse Nacole

AUGUST 20, 2024

Category: Fundamentals Class IA anti-arrhythmics block repolarizing potassium currents, which can prolong action potential duration and result in QT prolongation. Torsades de pointes is therefore the major adverse effect.

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