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Celebrating World Pharmacist Day! Happy World Pharmacist Day! Today, we honor and celebrate the incredible contributions of pharmacists to our healthcare system. From ensuring medication safety to providing invaluable health advice, pharmacists play a vital role in keeping us healthy and informed. Why We Appreciate Pharmacists: - Medication Expertise: Pharmacists are skilled professionals who ensure that the medications we take are safe, effective, and tailored to our needs. - Patient Care: They offer advice on managing chronic conditions, recommend over-the-counter solutions, and educate patients about their medications. - Community Support: Pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare providers, offering support and guidance in our communities. - Health Education: They play a key role in health promotion and disease prevention through immunizations, health screenings, and educational outreach. How You Can Celebrate: - Thank a Pharmacist: Reach out to your local pharmacy team and express your gratitude for their dedication and hard work. - Share Your Story: Post a shoutout to a pharmacist who has made a difference in your life. Use the hashtag #WorldPharmacistDay to join the global celebration. - Learn More: Take a moment to understand the various roles pharmacists play in healthcare and how they contribute to better health outcomes. Let’s take this opportunity to recognize and celebrate the indispensable role of pharmacists in our lives. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our health and well-being! Here’s to the Pharmacists Making a Difference Every Day! #SponsorsOfBrave #BraveTogether #WorldPharmacistDay #PharmacyHeroes #MedicationExperts #CommunityCare #HealthEducation #CelebratePharmacists #AdcockIngramOTC

🚀 Excited to pack my bags and head to the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Conference in Columbus, OH! At Fullscript, we’re dedicated to empowering independent community pharmacies to diversify their revenue and enhance patient care. As pharmacists take on more healthcare roles, we’re here to support their vital contributions to patient health. With Fullscript, pharmacists can confidently recommend professional-grade supplements, creating personalized wellness plans that elevate patient outcomes. Our platform addresses drug-induced nutrient depletions and provides an additional revenue stream—at no cost and without inventory hassle. Why Fullscript? 1) Elevate Your Role: Integrate wellness programs and expand your pharmacy's impact on patient care. 2) Zero Cost: Access a comprehensive catalog of thousands of supplements without upfront costs or inventory management. 3) Educational Resources: Our Medical Advisory Team offers evidence-based protocols to help navigate drug-nutrient interactions. Join us at the conference to discover how Fullscript can enhance your pharmacy practice and patient care. Plus, don’t miss the chance to visit our booth for samples and more information! #ncpaconference #pharmacy #fullscript #patientcare #wellness #healthcareinnovation #NCPA #communitypharmacy #independentpharmacy

"If your information is visible to patients, and may influence decisions they make about their care, it must be gold standard." Patient safety and healthcare information are inextricably linked. But how can you be certain the content you’ve produced, or information you have received as a patient, is indeed ‘safe’?   Julie Smith, hub Topic leader and Content Director at EIDO Healthcare, shares her experience of receiving and maintaining a Patient Information Forum (PIF) TICK: https://lnkd.in/eaXUPDPK #pslhub #communication #patientsafety #patientinformation #patientcommunication #patientengagement #informationsharing #informedconsent

Exciting news! We've just published a new blog on our website all about "How to Advocate for Yourself in Healthcare: Tips for Being an Educated Consumer." From navigating medical gaslighting to knowing your rights as a patient, this blog is packed with essential tips to empower you on your healthcare journey. Check it out now! #HealthcareAdvocacy #Empowerment #PatientRights To read the full blog, please click the link below:  https://lnkd.in/gdQiyAcQ

Expanding high-acuity care at home is part of our mission at Contessa, and we love seeing the positive outcomes as a result. Check out this new article in Healthcare IT Today from our own Regional Medical Director, Jay M., discussing the key questions organizations should ask when building a hospital-at-home program: https://hubs.li/Q02TT0N50

Who speaks up for you when you receive healthcare? The truth is, patients can be their own healthcare advocate. Understand how to speak up for your own healthcare needs. Make healthcare transitions safer by empowering yourself and your loved ones to speak up with questions and concerns. Awareness of the healthcare system and processes can make you a better - and possibly a healthier - patient. Read the blog post: Safety Starts with You: The Impact of Patient Empowerment in Healthcare https://lnkd.in/gHGRDqcE

💚 Thank you Julie Smith from EIDO Healthcare for sharing your experience of receiving and maintaining a Patient Information Forum (PIF) TICK. "The PIF TICK provides reassurance that what is being given to patients is: ✅ safe ✅ reliable ✅ accurate ✅ accessible" Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eaXUPDPK #HealthInformation #HealthContent

Empowering Communities in Medical Waste Reduction At Expired Medical Supplies, we believe that community engagement and public education are key to reducing medical waste. It's not just a healthcare issue; it's a community issue. 🌍 🔍 Strategies for Public Education and Engagement Awareness Campaigns: Raising awareness about the environmental and health impacts of medical waste is crucial. Informative campaigns can help the public understand the importance of proper disposal and recycling of medical supplies. Source: Health Affairs Educational Workshops: Conducting workshops and seminars can provide practical knowledge on reducing medical waste, including the safe handling and potential repurposing of expired supplies. Collaboration with Healthcare Providers: Partnering with local healthcare providers to promote best practices in medical waste management can have a significant impact. Nurses and other healthcare professionals can play a pivotal role in these initiatives. Source: LWW Journals Promoting the Use of Expired Supplies: Educating the public on how expired medical supplies can be safely used in non-critical settings, for training, or in veterinary medicine, can help reduce waste. 🌟 Join the Movement 🌟 Together, we can make a difference in reducing medical waste and promoting a more sustainable future. For more information and to join our community outreach initiatives, visit Expired Medical Supplies. #MedicalWasteReduction #CommunityOutreach #SustainableHealthcare #ExpiredMedicalSupplies

There are many points to safety that make it complex, but not impossible, to achieve. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposes to adopt the Patient Safety Structural Measure (PSSM), an attestation-based measure that assesses whether hospitals demonstrate having a structure and culture that prioritizes patient safety. This measure captures the most vital elements to safety, which include: 💡 Leadership's commitment to eliminating preventable harm 💭 Strategic planning and organizational policy 🏥 A Culture of safety and learning health systems 🔍 Accountability and transparency 🤝 Patient and family engagement Learn more about this new measure and how our team can help you implement high reliability best practices that align with the PSSM domains from our Chief Safety and Transformation Officer Tejal Gandhi, MD, MPH, CPPS: https://lnkd.in/gW6dY_c7