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Why Does My Doctor Need This Information?
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Why Does My Doctor Need This Information?

19 Aug 2020

Collecting patient information is a big part of healthcare coordination. By American Academy of Family Physicians Medical forms are an important part of your patient records. They help your healthcare provider understand your health concerns, family health history, manage billing, and protect your privacy. It is important that you provide ... Read More »

The Benefits of Going to a Geriatric Specialist
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The Benefits of Going to a Geriatric Specialist

16 Jul 2020

First published in 2018. See the original article. By Krisha McCoy A geriatrician is something more than a physician who simply cares for old people. The geriatrician should, above all, be well grounded in internal medicine, have a genuine fondness for the elderly and their problems, and be experienced in ... Read More »

What’s the Difference between Quarantine vs. Stay at Home?
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What’s the Difference between Quarantine vs. Stay at Home?

24 Apr 2020

By Donna Wood, OHM Staff Isolation, quarantine, stay at home. These terms are being used a lot these days, as authorities try to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus, Covid-19 that’s sweeping the United States and the rest of the world. These words are not the same, although they ... Read More »

PARENTS – Add Measles Vaccination to Your TO DO List
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PARENTS – Add Measles Vaccination to Your TO DO List

05 Sep 2019

Three important facts to know about measles. By Tenille L. Lawson, PharmD, BCPS The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 1,203 measles cases nationwide as of August 15, 2019. This number of cases is the highest report since 2000 the year measles was declared eliminated in the United ... Read More »

Finding Support for Opioid Use Disorder
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Finding Support for Opioid Use Disorder

17 Jul 2019

By Casey Spartz, CRADC Kansas City Outpatient Program Manager DeLoris Robinson, LPN Medication Treatment Services Care Coordinator Heartland Center for Behavioral Change Kansas City, like so many other cities has found that it is not immune to the opioid crisis. Heroin and opiate overdoses are increasing in Kansas City with ... Read More »

Blood Pressure Monitors Vary by Style. Which one is best for you?
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Blood Pressure Monitors Vary by Style. Which one is best for you?

17 Jul 2019

American Heart Association Many people have high blood pressure (HBP) for years without knowing it. Generally, there are no symptoms, but when elevated blood pressure goes untreated, it can damage arteries and vital organs throughout your body. That’s why it is often called the “silent killer,” because it can cause ... Read More »

Opioid Overdose Can be Reversed… | If You Know How
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Opioid Overdose Can be Reversed… | If You Know How

17 Jul 2019

Three Steps to Save a Life By Tenille L. Lawson, PharmD, BCPS The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that over 25,000 lives have been saved using naloxone to reverse opioid overdoses between 1996 and 2014. Because naloxone effectively reduces mortality (death), pharmacies nationwide can provide it to anyone ... Read More »

E-Cigarettes or Vaping No matter what name they call it, there’s cause for concern.
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E-Cigarettes or Vaping No matter what name they call it, there’s cause for concern.

17 Jul 2019

By Tenille L. Lawson PharmD, BCPS Before the landmark 1964 Surgeon General report brought awareness to the detrimental effects of cigarettes, more than 40% of American adults were addicted to smoking. Today, the Surgeon General is not only addressing the health concerns of adults who smoke traditional cigarettes, but also ... Read More »

Healthcare for the Whole Person Makes Sense
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Healthcare for the Whole Person Makes Sense

07 Jan 2019

Learn how patient-centered care plays a vital role. x “Addressing the “whole person’s” health is essential for positive health outcomes and cost-effective care.” Integrated Care combines physical, mental and behavioral care in one setting. There are many ways to integrate care, and it may go by different names such as ... Read More »

Integrated and Coordinated Care for Recovery
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Integrated and Coordinated Care for Recovery

07 Jan 2019

First Call Alcohol/Drug Prevention and Recovery x Kansas City is moving closer towards a collaborative system of care to bridge the gaps and streamline delivery of care. In the Kansas City area, there are strong networks of support for individuals with substance use disorder that spans from detox to treatment ... Read More »

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