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While it’s not necessarily a joyful exercise to think back a year ago to the initial weeks of the pandemic, it’s nevertheless a useful place to start as we consider where the home infusion industry is set to go, from the standpoint of remote technology. Around this time last year, AlayaCare teams were busy expediting new solutions to support our agency partners and engaging in plenty of discussions around what a digital transformation might look like.
On Monday, Dr David Kenneth Wright spoke during the “FREE WEBINAR SERIES for PSWs about providing care during COVID. I was touched by the stories he shared, by the points that he made, and by the responses/input from those who attended. Near the end of his presentation he said and asked, “COVID-19 has changed so […]. The post Providing Care During COVID appeared first on Life and Death Matters.
On this episode of HPNA Podcast Corner, we welcome Keisha Davidson, MBA, Credentialing Programs Associate with the Hospice and Palliative Credentialing Center. Keisha reflects on the value of certification and the importance of inspiring nurses in the field of hospice and palliative care through mentorship and supportive leadership. If you enjoyed this podcast, please donate to the foundation: [link].
The COVID-19 pandemic has shone a light on the incredible role Nurses play in keeping humanity safe and healthy. Nurses Week runs from May 6th through May 12th and companies are taking this time to show their great appreciation for these heroes. We compiled a list of companies offering discounts and freebies to Nurses this week! 1. Amazon Books. Amazon is offering four free medical drama books, available to read on your Kindle E-readers, Fire tablets and the free Kindle app. 2.
Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.
While it’s not necessarily a joyful exercise to think back a year ago to the initial weeks of the pandemic, it’s nevertheless a useful place to start as we consider where the home infusion industry is set to go, from the standpoint of remote technology. Around this time last year, AlayaCare teams were busy expediting new solutions to support our agency partners and engaging in plenty of discussions around what a digital transformation might look like.
It’s a decision no one wants to make. However, it is one of the most critical in your life (or the life of a loved one). We’re talking about choosing a hospice care provider. The decision is fraught with emotion, worry, stress, and even fear. It’s an acknowledgment that life will soon be ending, that we’ll be losing someone dear to us, or, if you’re choosing your own provider , that you’ll soon reach the end of your life.
I arrived home late yesterday afternoon from a business trip. So I decided to order takeout dinner for the family and have it delivered. The bill came to $48.45. I handed the delivery person $60 and told him to keep the change. He stood there stunned for a moment and then in the most sincere … A Little Generosity Goes a Long Way Read More » The post A Little Generosity Goes a Long Way first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.
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I arrived home late yesterday afternoon from a business trip. So I decided to order takeout dinner for the family and have it delivered. The bill came to $48.45. I handed the delivery person $60 and told him to keep the change. He stood there stunned for a moment and then in the most sincere … A Little Generosity Goes a Long Way Read More » The post A Little Generosity Goes a Long Way first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.
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by Chad Kollas, MD ( @ChadDKollas ) Introduction A recent study by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has captured the attention of the palliative care and chronic pain communities (1). Published on February 12, 2021, in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR), it observed that the “age-adjusted overdose death rates involving synthetic opioids, psychostimulants, cocaine, heroin, and prescription opioids during 2013–2019” have increased a whopping 1,040% (1).
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