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On Christmas Eve, I'm sharing an essay in BMJ about compassion in health care. I cheer author Al Aynsley-Green for everything he says about the need for demonstrations of compassion in health care, including how diagnosis or unexpected news is shared and tender end-of-life care. He gives examples of how compassion can be taught and measured. Patients have been saying how much compassion matters for them for a very long time. If only people would listen. https://lnkd.in/g3E5puqT

With nearly 3 decades of wisdom and experience under his belt, Dr. Victor Sierpina from UTMB® emphasizes the importance of long-term doctor/patient relationships. His word of advice: continuity of care improves health outcomes, reducing unnecessary ER visits. At PeopleOne Health, we couldn't agree more. We're modern, connected, and people-focused. We built our care model to foster meaningful connections between our care teams and members to keep people healthier. https://bit.ly/3UIoaBI

As MPs vote on the #AssistedDyingBill today, we must address a critical issue: the urgent need for improvements in palliative care. A new report led by our researchers, in collaboration with Imperial College London, the World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH) and the World Health Organization, highlights 10 years of limited progress in global palliative care and calls for immediate, coordinated action to address inequities and quality gaps. Without change, preventable suffering will continue to rise, with the number of people dying with serious health-related suffering projected to increase by 87% by 2060. 🌍 The report offers clear recommendations, including equitable access to essential medicines, evidence-based policies, and widespread training for healthcare workers. Read how our researchers are driving global change and advocating for better care for the most vulnerable: https://lnkd.in/eY-RHVgB #PalliativeCare #GlobalHealth #HealthcareInnovation

Each type of clinician brings something unique to patient care. Examining nearly 800 health centers that care for 31.5 million Americans, Yale and Fair Haven Community Health Care showed how varied staffing impacts care quality. Physicians drive diagnostic outcomes, like cancer screening, while nurse practitioners and physician associates shine in promoting wellness through obesity assessments, nutrition counseling, and more. By building teams tailored to local health goals, we can bring the right mix of skills to the table. #PatientCare #Healthcare #PatientOutcomes #Health

🚨Struggling with high patient volumes and long wait times in their ED, UMass Memorial Health turned to Cipher’s Self-Service Rounding (SSR). 🚑 Two healthcare leaders share their journey of leveraging SSR to gather real-time patient feedback and reduce the workload for staff. Read the blog to learn more about how SSR can make your emergency department more efficient, responsive and patient-centered. https://lnkd.in/gd2VB4Nw

Many health care practitioners do not know about the intricacies of living with Parkinson's, which is why you need to be your own advocate. In this article you'll learn how to work with the staff in a hospital setting to ensure your individual needs are met: https://lnkd.in/eFfvzKcm

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month and we wanted to share this article that touches on the importance of the role nurses play in men’s health. It is well-known that men often wait to see a medical provider until symptoms become severe. Take this month to educate yourself on men’s health and how our healthcare systems can better support men to live healthier lives. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gab9VhWg #menshealthawareness #menshealthmonth

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month and we wanted to share this article that touches on the importance of the role nurses play in men’s health. It is well-known that men often wait to see a medical provider until symptoms become severe. Take this month to educate yourself on men’s health and how our healthcare systems can better support men to live healthier lives. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gab9VhWg #menshealthawareness #menshealthmonth

Compassion enables us to do hard things in a human way, to uphold the humanity of care that matters. As we wind down with our personal reflections to set our reinforced commitments for action in the new year, this share from Michael West of this BMJ piece helps that steer positively. There is nothing more than compassion that is needed in this world and NHS. https://lnkd.in/ezypvJSi

💜 Compassion in Healthcare The dedication and hard work of NHS staff form the backbone of our healthcare system, yet the importance of compassion in neonatal and maternity services cannot be overstated. Compassion—actively understanding, engaging with, and acting to alleviate the suffering of others—deserves to be at the heart of healthcare culture. This thought-provoking article explores: ✅ How families of children with rare conditions remember individual acts of compassion, even when systemic support was lacking. ✅ The profound difference compassion made in end-of-life care & personal healthcare experiences. ✅ Practical examples, such as education to think about redesigning patient care around compassion. The takeaway? Compassionate engagement, values, systems and culture must be a guiding principle in healthcare—for patients and staff alike. #CompassionInHealthcare #PatientCare #CompassionateAction #NeonatalPsychology