St. Charles Health System’s Post

Throughout the year, and particularly during the busy festive period, it's important that we all know what simple self-care steps we can take at home to save unnecessary trips to the hospital 🏥 Hear from some of our emergency department colleagues below on how you can keep your home first-aid kit stocked (plus a lesson on how to tie a sling)!

If you are concerned about your ability to safely manage all the tasks needed when your loved one is discharged from the hospital, speak up! On behalf of your relative, you have the right to appeal a discharge that seems too soon.  Read full article here:

Are you getting your psychological 5 a day? If you’re not sure what they are, you need to see/book Dr Jenkins’ workshops (she’s a GREAT presenter). #5aday #wellbeingatwork

SPOILERS | A detailed daily breakdown of what is going to happen during the week of March 18-22, 2024 on ABC's "General Hospital." #AdamJHarrington #FinolaHughes #GH #GeneralHospital #Previews #Spoilers

I invite you to read my blog : “Leaving the Hospital: Your Hat, Coat and Discharge Papers” at www. directionsinaging.com. Knowing one’s rights and questions to ask can lessen the stress of the transition.

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SPOILERS | A daily breakdown of what is going to happen on ABC's "General Hospital" during the week of February 19-23, 2024. #GH #GeneralHospital #Previews #Spoilers

The demise of Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals in Wisconsin are due to market forces. Marshfield built a hospital adjacent to Sacred Heart in 2017 and pulled out all of their patients.  Sacred Heart lobbied unsuccessfully to stop the hospital.  Over the years, OakLeaf has stripped out profitable patients to their ASC, leaving Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals with basically only Medicare and Medicaid patients. Now that Sacred Heart and St. Joseph’s hospitals have closed OakLeaf doesn’t have any place to put these patients that lost them money. Look at the 2022 Total Margins below:   - 16% – St. Joseph’s Hospital   - 4.96% – Sacred Heart Hospital   - 20.8% – Marshfield Medical Center – Eau Claire   + 34.3% – OakLeaf Surgical Hospital        Source: WI Hospital Association Let the market forces that created this “problem” solve this “problem.” #strategy #healthcare

Hospital discharge is something to celebrate, but it can also be stressful, overwhelming, and even risky without the right support. We can reduce the stress of recovery—and the risk of readmission—by ensuring a smooth transition from the hospital, making sure the home environment is safe, and providing the help and medication reminders needed to heal quickly and comfortably. See how our trained caregivers can support you or your loved one through a successful recovery at home: https://bit.ly/3RRCVj2

🗣 Next up #ontheblog… Tips for Transitioning Home From the Hospital Transitioning back home after being in the hospital with your medically fragile child can be both a relief and a challenge. To ensure a smooth transition and a successful recovery, being well-prepared is crucial. 👉 Read our NEW blog for 7 insightful tips to help you and your child transition home from the hospital. LINK IN BIO 🔗