ActioNCD International’s Post

This #IPWeek we recognize all the #InfectionPrevention champions who don't just react to risks, but lead the charge in preventing them. Your tireless efforts to reduce HAIs and improve #patientsafety set the standard for what it means to be an IP in healthcare today. With every initiative you implement and every policy you enforce, you’re creating lasting change that benefits patients, families, and staff alike.

How we implement matters: National Guide and Health Checks with Belinda Hammond. The NACCHO-RACGP National Guide to preventive healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is a crucial resource for primary healthcare teams, offering best practice recommendations for health promotion and disease prevention activities tailored to these communities. The recent release of the 4th edition, along with a concurrent review of Health Check recommendations, emphasizes stronger Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, governance, and authorship. #ACCN24 #closingthegap #aboriginalhealth #chronicdisease #prevention

Prevention First is excited to release our new training, Health Equity in Prevention. This FREE online course is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of health equity, emphasizing the urgent need for preventative measures in healthcare. https://buff.ly/3Y4CBjX

Protecting patients from harm is a national priority, and we are calling on all health care providers to enhance their efforts to identify and reduce patient harm. Explore HHS-OIG's adverse events feature topics here: https://direc.to/fguG.

Empowerment starts with education. On this #WorldHealthDay, let's educate ourselves and our colleagues about the importance of VTE risk assessments in hospitals. By advocating for comprehensive care, we uphold patients' rights to health and safety. Let's make thrombosis prevention a priority in our practice. #MyHealthMyRight

Last Friday, I opened a discussion on the critical importance of expanded access programs for patients battling rare diseases. The response from the community was both enlightening and inspiring. Expanded access programs are more than just pathways to treatment—they are lifelines for those who might otherwise have none. By bridging the gap between clinical development and regulatory approval, these programs offer a glimpse of light during the darkest of times. WEP Clinical will continue to advocate for these vital programs and recognize the hope and opportunities they provide. Our collective commitment to leaving no patient behind in the quest for healing and health equity is embodied in these programs. Let's start a conversation about how WEP can augment your internal team to support the expansion of current programs or just begin EAP within your organization. Because every patient deserves a chance to fight, and every rare disease voice needs to be heard. #RareDisease #PatientAccess #ExpandedAccess #WEPClinical #ClinicalDevelopment

September is Sepsis Awareness Month! This year, we are proud to share that the State of Illinois, thanks to a request initiated by Prenosis, has officially issued a proclamation recognizing the importance of sepsis awareness. We’d like to extend our gratitude to Governor JB Pritzker’s office for its support in bringing attention to this critical issue. #Sepsis affects 1.7 million Americans annually and is the leading cause of hospitalization costs in the U.S., accounting for $62 billion in acute care expenses. Tragically, it claims the lives of 350,000 adults and 6,800 children each year. Raising awareness about sepsis is essential, especially in communities with limited access to healthcare, where the burden is disproportionately high. Proclamations, like the one from Illinois, help shed light on this life-threatening condition and underscore the importance of early recognition and treatment. #SepsisAwarenessMonth #Sepsis #HealthEquity #Prenosis #IllinoisProclamation #Healthcare

Did you know September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month? With suicide rates reaching alarming levels, proactive care is critical. Sara DeLong's latest blog shares Azara DRVS tools, such as Registries and Alerts, that can help healthcare providers track at-risk patients and improve care coordination. Read now: https://hubs.la/Q02P9-ns0

Did you know September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month? With suicide rates reaching alarming levels, proactive care is critical. Sara DeLong's latest blog shares Azara DRVS tools, such as Registries and Alerts, that can help healthcare providers track at-risk patients and improve care coordination. Read now: https://hubs.la/Q02P9-ns0

Did you know September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month? With suicide rates reaching alarming levels, proactive care is critical. Sara DeLong's latest blog shares Azara DRVS tools, such as Registries and Alerts, that can help healthcare providers track at-risk patients and improve care coordination. Read now: https://hubs.la/Q02P9-ns0