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Value-Added Activities in Antibiotic Stewardship

July 11th, 2018|

Value-Added Activities in Antibiotic Stewardship
Because antibiotic stewardship is so closely associated with clinical quality, the Quality Payment Program (QPP) includes several process measures related to appropriate antibiotic use. Antibiotic Stewardship is a proven strategy to improve clinical outcomes; promote patient safety; prevent adverse drug events and curtail the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

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Qsource’s Top 10 Patient-Focused Stories of 2015

December 18th, 2015|

There are many ways to keep in touch with the work Qsource is doing in Alabama, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi and Tennessee.

Top Five Most Downloaded Patient Resources 2015

December 14th, 2015|

Top Five Most Downloaded Patient Resources 2015

Qsource aims to help patients get the information, skills, and confidence they need to manage their health and healthcare. These are the top-five, patient-focused resources downloaded from www.atomAlliance.org in 2015

If You’re Hospitalized, What Should You Take with You?

December 6th, 2015|

A visit to the hospital can be stressful. If you’re hospitalized, bringing along medical information and a few personal items will make your stay go more smoothly.

Speak Up for Better Care

December 5th, 2015|

As a patient, you can make your care safer by being an active, involved and informed member of your healthcare team. The Speak Up™ initiative provides simple advice on how you can help make healthcare a good experience.

A Foundation Dedicated to Your Safety

November 25th, 2015|

Someone’s looking out for you. The National Patient Safety Foundation (NPSF) is dedicated to patient safety. Their vision is to create a world where patients are free from harm by partnering with patients and families, the healthcare community and others.

How to Find Residential Care for Someone with Alzheimer’s

November 16th, 2015|

If a loved one or a friend has Alzheimer’s, there may come a time when it’s no longer possible for them to live at home. You may want to look for another place for the person to live, and residential care may be the best option.

Find End-of-Life Resources at CaringInfo.org

November 10th, 2015|

CaringInfo.org is a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization that provides free resources to help people make decisions about end-of-life care and services before a crisis happens.

We Recommend AARP Home & Family Caregiving

November 4th, 2015|

If you’re a caregiver or a potential caregiver of an older adult, the AARP Home & Family Caregiving website is an excellent resource for you.

Pledge to Get Your Flu Vaccine

October 13th, 2015|

Influenza, most commonly known as flu, is a serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, and the flu infection can affect people differently.