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Early Telepalliative Care Can Reduce Caregiver Burden, Improve Quality

Hospice News

Wider utilization of telepalliative services could help ease family caregiver burdens and improve quality among seriously ill patient populations, research has found. Researchers have increasingly dug into the quality impacts of virtual palliative care delivery and how telehealth outcomes compare to in-person care. Telepalliative care models helped to improve experiences among lung cancer patients family caregivers in similar ways to in-person services, according to a recent study published by t

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Deprescribing Super Special III: Constance Fung, Emily McDonald, Amy Linsky, and Michelle Odden

GeriPal

Summary Transcript CME Summary Its another deprescribing super special on today’s GeriPal Podcast, where we delve into the latest research on deprescribing medications prescribed to older adults. Today, we explore four fascinating studies highlighting innovative approaches to reducing medication use and improving patient outcomes. In our first segment, we discuss a study led by Constance Fung and her team, which investigated the use of a masked tapering method combined with augmented cogni

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“We show up with compassion”: A hospice nurse reflects on 20 years of care

HopeHealth

It is very much a calling. Meet Annie Green, a hospice nurse of 20 years whose story is rooted in compassion, community and her grandmothers legacy. The post We show up with compassion: A hospice nurse reflects on 20 years of care appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Dementia Diagnosis? Here’s How to Plan Ahead and Get Support

Aging Life Care Association

Dementia Diagnosis Are Rising Heres How Aging Life Care Managers Are Helping Families Cope As more families across the country face the reality of a dementia diagnosis, support from an Aging Life Care Manager is becoming increasingly essential. According to a recent survey conducted by the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA), more than … Continue reading Dementia Diagnosis?

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The Essential Guide to Secure Messaging in Healthcare

Discover everything healthcare providers need to know about secure messaging. Covering essential topics like HIPAA compliance, communication efficiency, and patient privacy protection, this resource is indispensable for professionals, caregivers, and administrative staff alike.📱 💬 Whether managing sensitive patient data, coordinating care teams, or streamlining workflows, discover actionable insights to implement secure messaging solutions effectively.

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ICU Nurse Angel Toney on Teamwork, Purpose, and Why ‘Together’ Is Her Real Superpower

Minority Nurse

When it comes to the power of nurses, Angel Toney, BSN, RN, is the real deala critical care force fueled by compassion, community, and the drive to pay it forward. As an ICU nurse at Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center , Toneys superpower isnt just handling high-stakes moments but weaving humanity into every heartbeat of her day. Her journey into nursing was born from personal heartache.

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Pleasantly confused: Finding the balance in dementia care

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

If theres one word to describe the spirit of my two middle boys, it would be serendipitous. They float through life with a carefree lightness that many envy, leaving behind trails of joy in the paths of everyone they encounter. Watching them is like witnessing a scene from a Broadway show everyone singing, doors opening and life simply unfolding as if by magic.

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Norovirus, a Formidable and Underappreciated Hazard: What Nurses Need to Know

AJN Off the Charts

Norovirus, a highly contagious virus that causes acute gastrointestinal illness, is making its presence known across the United States. Symptoms typically begin 12 to 48 hours after exposure and last one to three days and include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. During the last half of 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported close to 500 norovirus outbreaks , a significant increase when compared to the same time period in 2023.

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Trailblazers in Scrubs: Celebrating Black Nurses Who Changed History and Inspire the Future

Daily Nurse

Nurses are not just caregiversthey’re advocates, educators, and changemakers. This Black History Month, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible contributions of Black nurses who broke barriers, faced adversity head-on, and paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system. These stories are not just history but a call to action for every nurse to honor their legacy by fostering equity and empowermen t in our profession.

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Three Things to Expect When Heading Home for Hospice Care

Traditions Health

Hospice care is an option for someone who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness and a life expectancy of six months or less. Its focus is to ease pain, enhance comfort, and help make the most of the remaining time with loved ones. Your family can arrange hospice care at a hospital, inpatient hospice facility, long-term care facility, or home. People often choose hospice at home because its a familiar, relaxed environment.

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Nursing: Leading the Charge for Healthcare Diversity

Diversity Nursing

Diversity in healthcare is essential for ensuring fair treatment and enhancing patient outcomes. Among healthcare professionals, Nurses have emerged as champions for diversity, leveraging their unique positions as caregivers, educators, and advocates to lead the charge. Let's take a look at how Nursing is transforming healthcare by embracing and promoting diversity.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

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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Hospice Pet Therapy Programs Can Boost Patient, Staff Satisfaction

Hospice News

Improved quality is among the potential returns on investment for pet therapy programs. But hospices need to vet and train human and animal volunteers to sustain these services. Hospices offer a variety of volunteer-based programs such as art, aroma, massage and music therapy, with some providers increasingly integrating animals into their mix of services.

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#HPMParty is Back in Denver for the 2025 AAHPM-HPNA Annual Assembly

GeriPal

The #HPMParty is returning to Denver during the 2025 AAHPM/HPNA Annual Assembly. We will be doing our traditional Pub Crawl, this time starting at 8 pm on Thursday, February 6th at the Celtic on the corner of 14th and Market in historic LoDo. From the Celtic, we will move on to the next location at 10 pm-ish (location is TBD). With that said, exact times and locations are subject to change, so go to geripal.org or follow the hashtag #HPMparty on Twitter or Bluesky for updates along the way.

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“Hospice means enjoying the time you have”: A Mother’s Day story of care, comfort and love

HopeHealth

Karas mom made her promise to chase her dreams. This Mothers Day, Kara is honoring that promise and giving back to her moms hospice team. The post Hospice means enjoying the time you have: A Mother’s Day story of care, comfort and love appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Navigating Housing Options for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide

Aging Life Care Association

Choosing housing for older adults can be tricky because of all the different nomenclature used. When clients call an Aging Life Care professional, they usually have no knowledge of how each type of housing differs, or worse, they think a nursing home is the only real option for their loved one. Kira Reginato, an experienced … Continue reading Navigating Housing Options for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide → The post Navigating Housing Options for Seniors: A Comprehensive Guide appeared

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The Ultimate Guide to Improving Caregiver Engagement & Retention

Want to learn how to retain your caregivers & improve caregiver retention X3? The home care industry is experiencing turnover rates of over 80%. How are you ensuring your agency is retaining caregivers? This FREE eBook from Smartcare Software is packed with industry secrets needed to keep your caregivers happy, engaged, and retained, unlocking the full potential of your agency.

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Avoid the Nursing School Freefall: How to Build Your Safety Net Early

Minority Nurse

I believed I could handle it all when I started nursing school as an adult student. I had managed work, kids, and prerequisite classes beforeso nursing school would be no different, right? I quickly learned I was wrong. Nursing school requires a completely different mindset. It is not just about memorizing factsit is about developing critical thinking, managing your time, and knowing when to ask for help.

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Through the OT lens: Turning impairments into abilities

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

We have all witnessed a certain magic that happens when an occupational therapist walks into a patients room in a long-term care setting. While others may see deficits, cluttered assisted devices, or safety concerns, OTs see possibilities. They scan the environment and observe the patient with a trained and hopeful eye, seeking not just what is wrong, but what is still right.

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Why choice matters in end of life care for seriously ill children

Together for Short Lives

One of the main things that shocked me when I started working in the childrens hospice sector three years ago was the lack of choice available to families. Particularly when it comes to end of life care for a child or young person, and the option to be at home. This isnt because families dont […] The post Why choice matters in end of life care for seriously ill children appeared first on Together for Short Lives.

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The Pain Left Behind: Reflections on a Medical Mission and an Island’s Overwhelmed Nurses

AJN Off the Charts

“My family left after the volcanic eruption,” Sister said to me with a heavy heart. “But I asked myself, who will take care of my fellow Montserratians who stayed behind? These poignant words reflect the resilience and dedication of the nurses I encountered during my recent medical mission to Montserrat. During my time on the island, I collaborated with cardiologist Icilma Fergus Rowe of Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City, who returns each year to provide much-needed c

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The Evolution of Communication in Healthcare Settings

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.

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Reimagining Nursing: The Path to a More Resilient Healthcare System

Daily Nurse

Healthcare is at a turning point, with persistent challenges threatening the system’s sustainability. Workforce shortages projected to exceed 100,000 healthcare workers by 2028 and increasing clinician burnout highlight the urgent need for a more sustainable and effective approach to care delivery. Integrated care models are emerging as a vital solution, blending advanced technologies, redefined clinical roles, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to meet our healthcare providers’

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Understanding the Hospice Admissions Process

Traditions Health

Although you may have heard of hospice care , you may not know how its actually arranged. Because hospice is for terminally ill patients, it can be difficult to talk about for yourself or your loved one. Traditions Health understands how stressful it can be to opt for end-of-life care. Here is a guide to understanding the hospice admissions process.

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A Nurse’s Call to Action: Supporting DEI in Healthcare

Diversity Nursing

Despite the clear benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in healthcare, recent political opposition has posed significant challenges. The term DEI has come under scrutiny, with some political leaders arguing against these initiatives, often framing them as unnecessary or divisive. This pushback has resulted in reduced funding for DEI programs and even bans on diversity training in some institutions.

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Oncologists: Palliative Care Plays ‘Critical Role’ in Improving Quality, Health Equity

Hospice News

Interdisciplinary palliative care delivery can help to improve quality and health disparities among underserved cancer patient populations, according to oncology specialists. Cancer patients across diverse cultural, ethnic and racial backgrounds often lack access to goal-concordant care that sufficiently addresses their physical, emotional and spiritual needs, according to Nadine Barrett, president of the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC).

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The Role of Technology in Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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National Women's Health Week

Today's Caregiver

Every May, beginning on Mother's Day, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office on Women's Health (OWH) leads National Women's Health Week (NWHW).

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How to Support Your Senior During the Doldrums of Winter: Post-Holiday Seasonal Affective Disorder

Accessible Home Health Care

Its a new year. Holiday celebrations have come to a close, and lifes routine is starting to return. For some, this transition from a lot of activity back to normalcy is easy, but for seniors who are struggling with seasonal affective disorder, this can be a challenging time. With the turn of the calendar, the winter season can bring new challenges to the light that many families are not prepared for.

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Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging

Aging Life Care Association

By Jennifer Crowley, RN, CLCP, CMC As we journey through life, planning for the future becomes an essential part of our well-being. For solo aging individuals aging without a spouse, partner, or close family support long-term care planning takes on added significance. Ensuring that your future needs are met and your wishes are honored … Continue reading Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging → The post Navigating the Future: Care Planning for Solo Aging appeared first o

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The Ostomy MacGyver: How Linda Concepcion is Healing Patients (and Spirits) One Creative Solution at a Time

Minority Nurse

When it comes to wound and ostomy care, Linda Concepcion isnt just skilledshes legendary. Known around Holy Cross Health as The Ostomy MacGyver, Concepcions superpower lies in managing the toughest, most complex cases with creativity, compassion, and a signature dash of humor. I secure the pouch and save the shift, she says with a smile. One grateful patient even crowned her The G.O.A.T.a title Concepcion wears with pride.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.

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Making every word count: The role of AAC in LTC

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

Have you ever reread a text message, wondering if it was taken the wrong way? Or sent an email only to receive no reply, leaving you questioning its tone? We all have, right? Now imagine navigating these communication hurdles without the ability to speak or write fluently. For many individuals we serve who present with chronic, progressive and/or neurological conditions, this is what they face daily.

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Growing the nursing workforce in the United Kingdom: Aspiration and reality

Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

Introduction This week’s blog is by Rebecca Garcia and Irtiza Qureshi. The nursing workforce in the United Kingdom (UK) has been under capacity for a long time [1]. According to the latest published figures from NHS Digital (2024) [2], there are currently 34,709 qualified nursing vacancies in England. Worryingly, UCAS figures for 2024 demonstrate a decline over the last three years in people applying and being accepted to nursing courses (and while there are regional differences across the

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Shingles: The Disease, the Vaccine, and the Role of Nurses in Vaccination Conversations

AJN Off the Charts

Shingles: The Disease Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a painful viral condition caused by the reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV), the same virus responsible for chickenpox. While anyone with a history of chickenpox is at risk of developing shingles, the likelihood increases with age and in those with weakened immune systems. The disease can lead to significant morbidity, including postherpetic neuralgia (PHN), a debilitating complication characterized by persistent nerve

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3 Ways Nurses Can Better Support Their Autistic Patients

Daily Nurse

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental condition that includes a range of characteristics that influence how someone communicates, learns, and behaves. Some traits include repetitive behaviors, restrictive interests, and difficulty socializing with others. Because many medical professionals still misunderstand autism , many autistic patients struggle to find adequate medical services.

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Best Practices for Sharing Protected Health Information (PHI)

Explore essential topics in this ebook, including what constitutes PHI and how to identify it using 18 indicators. Gain insights into the importance of safeguarding PHI to protect patient privacy and learn about the severe consequences of HIPAA violations. Discover practical strategies for securely exchanging PHI within your healthcare organization, including assessing risks and implementing effective safeguards.