American Diabetes Alert Day, observed on the fourth Tuesday of March, is a critical day for raising awareness about the growing diabetes epidemic in the US. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans, or over 37 million people, are living with diabetes, and an additional 96 million adults have prediabetes, many of whom are unaware of their condition.
Patient Safety Awareness Week is an annual recognition event intended to encourage everyone to learn more about health care safety. This week’s Friday Five rounds up some resources and events regarding patient safety.
According to the American Association for Cancer Research more than 40 percent of cancer diagnosis and nearly half of the deaths can be attributed to preventable causes. This week’s Friday Five tests your knowledge about cancer prevention and provides the latest information about what you can do to stay healthy.
February is American Heart Month and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) has tips to help you spot signs of a heart attack and know when it is time to go to the emergency department.
February is American Heart Month. This week’s Friday Five includes a conversation about the current state of heart disease, a condition called Peripheral Artery Disease, the latest on CPR, resources to learn more about health disparities, and how to donate to make the most impact.
John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards recognize individuals and organizations for excellence in patient safety and quality achievements; Bernard J. Tyson National Award for Excellence in Pursuit of Healthcare Equity honors organizations making improvements to healthcare disparities
Maternal Health Awareness Day is a dedicated time to recognize the importance of maternal health and advocate for the well-being of mothers before, during, and after pregnancy. Join us in spreading knowledge, supporting initiatives, and advocating for policies that prioritize maternal health for all.
With the new year approaching, the American Medical Association is offering 10 recommendations to help Americans make the most impactful, long-lasting improvements to their health in 2025 and beyond.
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday from all of us at Healthcare NOW Radio. Check out what we did in 2024 and predictions for 2025.
According to SonicWall’s 2024 Healthcare Threat Brief, at least 14 million US patients have been affected by malware breaches. This week’s Friday Five lists notable healthcare cyber incidents this past year that have impacted and in many cases disrupted care delivery.
Next week is National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) and our Friday Five provides information about this year’s flu season and a newly approved vaccine option, tracks the parts of the U.S. where activity is high, and offers some tips and resources for how to prevent and treat the illness.
From all of us at Answers Media Network we wish you a safe and happy holiday. Thanksgiving Day is not only a time to gather with friends and family to eat a sumptuous meal and count blessings, it’s also National Family Health History Day. Healthcare providers encourage you to use this day to share and care about this and other serious diseases.
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