A Hospital Halloween

Posted on November 5, 2018 by admin

A Canadian hospital is helping make the hospital experience less spooky for parents of sick or premature newborns.

Yesterday, I was talking to some friends whose son is in the Alberta Children’s Hospital. According to J.W., they had spent over $60.00 for a Halloween costume for their two-year-old son, M.W. Unfortunately, due to a medical issue that arose on October 29th, the costume had not been worn and remains in its original bag.

Hearing this, I was reminded of an initiative that had been started by two nurses on a neonatal unit. The end result saw babies wearing handmade felt Halloween costumes at a hospital in Edmonton. Click here to read the story.

What? Listen to Patients?

Posted on October 13, 2018 by admin

The importance of the patient is becoming more recognized in the healthcare sector. However, in many instances, including the pharmaceutical area, the patient is seen as simply something to talk to or to talk about.

According to a recent blog post by Mike Rea, this stance is limited and limiting in terms of who patients are and what they have to offer. As he asks in his post.

But, instead of talking to patients, what if we started listening? Not just to what they ‘need’, but what else they want? There are so many incredible groups out there now – potent patient groups (MMRF, MDA, Savvy Patients and more), who want to talk to us, who want to share. But, start to listen, and there will be a hundred hands that go up to stop you doing that.

Click here to read the full article.

Developing an Osteoarthritis Tool for Patients – Get Involved

Posted on July 12, 2018 by admin

The College of Family Physicians of Canada and the Centre for Effective Practice, in partnership with the Arthritis Alliance of Canada (AAC), developed the Osteoarthritis (OA) Tool A that helps family physicians work with patients who have suspected, new or established osteoarthritis of the hands, knees and/or hips. Related to this family physician tool, a new working group of the AAC is developing a patient version. To find out more about this patient tool and how you can get involved in its development, click here.

Another Chance

Posted on June 4, 2018 by admin

Did you miss the sold out first screening to "Movie to Movement: Creating the future of healthcare together". Here's your chance to join @gregswings this Tuesday night and participate! See you there? https://t.co/5FqKj8NbH9 via @Eventbrite

— Peter Fenwick, CHE (@strategytosales) June 4, 2018

Exciting Times

Posted on May 7, 2018 by admin

May 1st marked the start of a special initiative that is taking place in Calgary. Thanks to front-line staff and others, including Paul Wright, a member of our Pts4Chg community, patients are breaking free of PJ Paralysis. Check out these Tweets for more information and follow the Twitter discussion on #endPJparalysis.

Today we saw the power of engagement. We took our first steps on our #endPJparalyis journey in Calgary. The momentum is contagious and frontline driven. Thank you all who were involved and supported today. It’s just the start @BrianwDolan pic.twitter.com/td7pQ561zo

— Paul Wright (@paulwrightpfcc) May 2, 2018

Gail Wing on ending PJ paralysis: "I feel so much better when I get up and get dressed for the day. I’m not sick — so why would I stay in my pyjamas?” https://t.co/RzntweFDYv pic.twitter.com/Ig3oiLPpRn

— Alberta Health Services (@AHS_media) May 4, 2018

Wanna Smile?

Posted on February 28, 2018 by admin

Here is a video that is sure to put a smile on your face. Enjoy!

My mom trains this 93 year old and it’s the cutest thing ever. Her laugh and smile makes her young #blessed pic.twitter.com/oeRWylrLV4

— jo (@joana_zanin10) February 15, 2018

Cast Your Vote

Posted on February 19, 2018 by admin

Currently, we are seeking your response in terms of how you want your healthcare supported. Please consider casting your vote and letting your voice be heard.

***Poll***
How do you want your health/healthcare supported?
1. One-to-one with doctor – in-person office visit with optional phone calls and virtual contact.
2. Team of health professional- in-person office visit with optional phone calls and virtual contact. #healthcare #AMA

— Patients 4 Change (@Pts4Chg) February 12, 2018

Save the Date – Dementia Care

Posted on January 16, 2018 by admin

If you are interested in dementia care, here is a one-hour online event you may want to attend. The session is being held on January, 18th from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. MST. Click on image above for more information.