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Artificial Intelligence in Health Care

Integrated Care News by CFHA

As healthcare professionals we can: ask during history taking what the patient has already searched or generated with AI, clarify when an AI answer is helpful and when a live conversation is safer, and show patients how to write better prompts so they receive accurate, actionable advice. Anderson, E. E., & Henderson, R.

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Vaccine Uptake Strategies & Ethical Considerations- Part II

Integrated Care News by CFHA

Likewise, training healthcare professionals on vaccine information alone has not been found to improve vaccine uptake. Standing orders allow healthcare professionals to administer vaccines according to a protocol approved by a supervising authorized practitioner and have demonstrated improved vaccine uptake.

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How Locum Tenens Fits Into Modern Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Barton Associates

As a healthcare facility, your primary focus is on consistently providing the highest-quality services possible to your patients. Doing so builds your reputation in the community as a trusted source of excellent care, but relying solely on permanent staff can present challenges in maintaining this standard.

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Improving Mental Health: Strategies for Self-Care and Well-Being

Family Physicians of Greeley

Practice Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the art of being present in the moment and fully aware of your thoughts, emotions, and sensations without judgment. If you struggle with sleep difficulties, consider implementing relaxation techniques or consulting with a healthcare professional.

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Episode 120: Antiracism in Medicine Series Episode 1 – Racism, Police Violence, and Health

The Clinical Problem Solvers

Pearls Defining Structural Racism Structural racism is a term that acknowledges that racism is perpetuated beyond individual interactions and interpersonal racism, but is present in the systems and policies that govern our everyday lives. Links References discussed throughout episode Hardeman RR, Karbeah J, Kozhimannil KB. 2020;47(1):3-7.

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Rethinking Opioid Conversions: Mary Lynn McPherson and Drew Rosielle

GeriPal

So, every single [inaudible 00:05:10] there is per the table, in an equianalgesic relationship to one another. Drew: The problem with equianalgesic tables is that every one of those relationships is fixed and bidirectional. Is that the way the tables are structured? That’s one aspect of it. And then going along with that-.

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Urinary Incontinence Revisited: George Kuchel & Alison Huang

GeriPal

Widera and Smith have no relationships to disclose. Guests George Kuchel & Alison Huang have no relationships to disclose. Incontinence and avoiding issues can present in an older individual, in some cases, just like they do a younger person. Is there any relationship between frailty and urinary incontinence?

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