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For healthcare organizations in AK, CO, ID, OR, and WA (several of our Western region states): Join an upcoming webinar with Upstream USA on contraceptive care training to empower your clinical teams. More info and registration link is below! #contraception #contraceptivecare #reproductivecare #reproductivehealth #upstream #upstreamusa #healthcarewebinars #familyplanning

Access to quality health care is a fundamental right for every individual. With the right knowledge and skills, autistic individuals and their caregivers can empower themselves to advocate for their unique needs. And if anyone faces barriers to receiving equal health care, they have the power to speak up and demand change from their clinical providers. https://buff.ly/4aFvAuU #AutismAcceptanceMonth

Research shows that nearly 134 million adverse events occur annually in hospitals in low- and middle-income countries alone, leading to 2.6 million deaths. As we observe World Patient Safety Day, we recognize that many of these tragic outcomes are preventable through better health literacy. When patients fully understand their care instructions, they are 30% more likely to follow treatment plans correctly, reducing complications and hospitalizations. Community engagement is key to making this change sustainable. In settings where communities actively participate in health education, avoidable harm is reduced by up to 25%, and patient safety outcomes significantly improve. Informed individuals take ownership of their health, enhancing both their safety and the system’s efficiency. #WorldPatientSafetyDay #HealthLiteracy #PatientSafety #CommunityEngagement #InformedCare #EmpoweredPatients #PatientRights #SafeHealthcare

This edition of Healthcare Quarterly continues with the special focus on #mentalhealth, examining its critical importance in the healthcare workplace. Contributing authors in this issue address topics related to leading quality and safety practices, effective leadership and new models of integrated care for persons experiencing homelessness and pediatric patients affected by eating disorders. Anne Wojtak Richard Lewanczuk Graham Lowe Tazim Virani Farah Ismail SE Health Jill Brooke Laura Desveaux, PhD CPCC Kelly Goz Natasha Bruno The Hospital for Sick Children ICES Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) Neil Seeman https://lnkd.in/edytEKda

Prioritizing the mental health of employees requires a holistic and innovative approach. In our article 'Beyond Traditional Practices: Innovating Workplace Mental Health in the Community' Farah Ismail, Tazim Virani and I share SE Health's approach to prioritizing workplace wellness. #Caringforthosewhocare #PeopleEverything Longwoods Publishing

Today's focus for National Health Center Week is: Healthcare for people experiencing homelessness. Did you know Community Health Centers (CHCs) serve over 1.3 million patients who experience homelessness every year? Those facing homelessness are at heightened risk for chronic and acute diseases, behavioral health conditions, and more, which can lead to poor health outcomes, disabilities, and premature death. Our dedicated member CHCs, like Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, are at the forefront, providing essential care, support, and dignity to those in need. Today serves as a poignant reminder of the profound impact that accessible, compassionate healthcare can have in breaking the cycle of homelessness. #NHCW24 #ValueCHCs #CoCHCs

Sue Robins insights on the challenges facing patient advocates with lived experience, including the lack of flexibility and the devaluation of their expertise, are spot on. "I no longer sell people on the patient voice," she writes "If they don’t believe in it as demonstrated through their actions, I don’t bother." She also outlines six calls to action for #patientadvocates ✅ Demand fair compensation. ✅Boycott disrespectful organizations. ✅Share your experiences (good and bad). ✅Support your fellow advocates. ✅Define your own call to action for change. ✅Get organized! Let's work together to build a more equitable and just healthcare system.

A great piece on the critical themes around workforce mental health, integrated care, and leadership—all vital to transforming healthcare systems. As healthcare workers continue to face unprecedented pressures, supporting their well-being is not just necessary, it’s foundational to improving care delivery and patient outcomes. At GreenShield, we’re committed to supporting healthcare workers by addressing mental health, building resiliency, and promoting integrated care models. Aligned with the Quintuple Aim Framework, we believe that prioritizing workforce well-being is central to achieving better health outcomes, enhanced patient experiences, improved system efficiencies, and health equity for all. These examples of innovation and collaboration across Canada give us hope that meaningful change is happening. Let’s continue building solutions that put people—healthcare workers and patients—first.

How well do you understand how CQC is changing? In 2023 we launched a communication campaign to ensure all health & social care providers and professionals understand what these changes are, what they mean for them and what they need to do to prepare for these changes being implemented. To help us measure how successful this campaign has been so far, we want to know how well you understand these changes. To help us do this we'd like your feedback through a short survey https://buff.ly/3VAOw7P

Primary care physicians: the unsung heroes of community health. Our latest graphic illustrates their vital role: - A single primary care doctor can improve community longevity twice as effectively as other specialists - They provide essential, cost-effective care through: Preventive screening Early detection Ongoing chronic care management Despite current challenges, primary care remains the cornerstone of a healthy community. It's not just about treating illness—it's about fostering overall well-being. #PrimaryCare #CommunityHealth #PreventiveCare How has your primary care provider contributed to your health? We'd love to hear your thoughts.