Emerging RN Leader
JUNE 12, 2024
By Rose O. Sherman, EdD, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN A CNO colleague recently shared that health systems tolerate terrible behavior from patients and families because they are worried about their HCAHPS scores. She noted, “We are being held hostage because these scores impact our reimbursement. It seems crazy because the demand for healthcare far exceeds our […] The post Are We Held Hostage by HCAHPS Scores?
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
An expert panel convened by the National Academies has proposed a common definition for long Covid. This definition may benefit researchers, clinicians, and patients.
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Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
JUNE 12, 2024
More Americans had insurance in 2023 than at any other time in the nation’s history, spurring medical utilization and accelerating healthcare spending faster than growth in the overall economy, according to government projections.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
Bird flu typically spreads among birds, but there have been recent outbreaks among cattle in the U.S., and one Texas man contracted the virus from sick cows. Here’s why so many experts are worried about a possible new pandemic.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
JUNE 12, 2024
The influential advisory group has been lobbying the federal government to collect more detailed information on how states loop providers into funding Medicaid for almost a decade.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
Michael Bloomberg announced the 2024 inaugural winners of Bloomberg Philanthropies Excellence in Road Safety Awards to address the world's 12th leading cause of death.
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Minority Nurse
JUNE 12, 2024
Blake Lynch, aka Nurse Blake , loves caring for and helping patients and caring for and helping fellow nurses. As a popular nursing influencer, internationally touring comedian, healthcare advocate, and keynote speaker, Nurse Blake uses humor to bring nurses together. Working in trauma centers around the country, Nurse Blake started posting original comedy videos aimed at his profession to cope with the stress of his nursing job.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
Adenoviruses are a diverse group of viruses known for their ability to cause a wide range of illnesses, including respiratory infections, conjunctivitis, and gastroenteritis.
Practice Index
JUNE 12, 2024
Guidelines Live is a two-day event for all members of the primary care team with 3 consecutive clinical streams focusing on clinical guidance and hot topics seen in daily practice. Practice Index, in association with the Institute of General Practice Management , is delighted to bring you a dedicated stream of exciting, informative business and management sessions.
Accepted Blog
JUNE 12, 2024
The most reliable source of information about allopathic medical schools is the Medical School Admission Requirements ( MSAR ) website, offered by the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges). The statistics in this database can be extremely valuable in helping you decide where to apply. Most applicants look immediately at the data on MCAT scores and GPAs, but there is other information that can also be useful in creating your school list.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
Top comics share their mental health journeys through a comedy lens in 'Group Therapy,' a Hartbeat production which premiered at the Tribeca Festival.
Science Based Medicine
JUNE 12, 2024
What are “ultraprocessed foods” and are they a health risk? One would think there is reason for concern, given all the hyped headlines, but as is often the case the data is somewhat complicated. The complexity begins with the fact that there is no agreed-upon operational definition of “ultraprocessed food” (UPF). Processed food generally refers to food products that are already prepared […] The post Ultraprocessed Foods first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.
MedCerts
JUNE 12, 2024
4 Ideas for Celebrating Your Graduation Graduation from career training is always worth celebrating. Here are four ideas on how to celebrate graduation. Host a Celebration Party Online institutions don't have in-person celebrations. So, why not make your own? You can create a graduation party full of all the things you love. Make it themed or keep it casual, and then send out invites to friends and family.
Unitek College
JUNE 12, 2024
Learn the procedures, steps, risks, and requirements for performing intubation. Intubation can mean the difference between life and death. Doctors, respiratory therapists, and some nurses perform this procedure on patients who cannot breathe on their own. Patients may need to be intubated when anesthetized during surgery or because of a severe illness that affects their […] The post Step-by-Step Guide to Intubation appeared first on Unitek College.
KevinMD.com
JUNE 12, 2024
17th Street – nestled between Jackson Memorial, a major U.S. safety net hospital, and Camillus House, the largest homeless shelter in South Florida – is empty. There are no bicycles or tents belonging to the individuals who typically inhabit the area. There is no line outside of the Three Sisters where people usually wait for Read more… The unseen impact of Miami’s homeless crackdown originally appeared in KevinMD.com.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
Senators, representatives call it ‘must-pass’ legislation to improve health care nationally.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
Plus: FDA panel recommends Lilly’s Alzheimer’s treatment
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an effective treatment for AUD, but it remains underutilized by the medical community.
Health Populi
JUNE 12, 2024
From bandages to home hygiene, OTC pain meds and DIY home projects, Morning Consult’s look into the most-trusted brands of 2024 give us insights into health consumers. I’ve been tracking this study since before the public health crisis of the coronavirus, and it always offers us a practical snapshot of the U.S. consumer’s current ethos on trusted companies helping people risk-manage daily living — and of course, find joy and satisfaction as well.
Forbes Healthcare
JUNE 12, 2024
A study of 394 participants found that during menstruation, women were able to think more clearly, reacted faster, and made fewer errors.
MedCerts
JUNE 12, 2024
4 Ideas for Celebrating Your Graduation Graduation from career training is always worth celebrating. Here are four ideas on how to celebrate graduation. Host a Celebration Party Online institutions don't have in-person celebrations. So, why not make your own? You can create a graduation party full of all the things you love. Make it themed or keep it casual, and then send out invites to friends and family.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
National Academy of Medicine proposes a standard way to discuss ‘a widespread, poorly understood medical condition.
Physicians Practice
JUNE 12, 2024
How health systems can leverage artificial intelligence to reduce patient no-shows, revolutionize physician scheduling and improve patient outcomes.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
Fed notes "modest" progress on inflation
We Care Online
JUNE 12, 2024
In the realm of healthcare, few roles are as crucial and rewarding as that of a Medication Aide in a long-term care facility. While some may view it simply as a job, I see it as an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while pursuing a career that aligns with my passion for helping those in need. First and foremost, working as a Medication Aide allows me to play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of residents in long-term care facilities.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
Though an effective tool for weight loss, GLP-1 medications do not distinguish between fat and muscle. Without a comprehensive nutrition plan including high-quality protein GLP-1 users may experience significant loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength that is detrimental to their health. Resistance training is also essential to support healthy muscle and healthier habits to prevent recidivism.
Performance Health
JUNE 12, 2024
Virtual nursing is a care model in which experienced nurses deliver expertise and medical care to patients through remote videoconferencing technology, supporting their team at the bedside virtually. Rounding software is designed to help healthcare providers streamline communication, documentation, and collaboration during patient encounters through this care model.
Healthcare Dive - Practice Management
JUNE 12, 2024
This is the second time a district court has shot down the antitrust agency’s request to stop the deal.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
The top news stories in medicine today.
Northwest Career College
JUNE 12, 2024
Radiography is an essential medical diagnostic tool that provides vital information about internal structures within the human body. However, ionizing radiation poses potential hazards in radiography, hence the call for strict safety procedures to protect patients and healthcare workers. In the following section, we will explore some aspects of radiation safety protocols that should be in place in a radiography unit, encompassing principles, practices, and safety measures.
Medical Economics
JUNE 12, 2024
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