NPalliative

02/20/2026

Very important to be sure that you KNOW who you are giving personal information to. Be careful, be suspicious, and be protective of your money and your identity.

02/20/2026

NP-led care may be better than physician care in some areas… 👨🏻‍⚕️🩺👩🏻‍⚕️ Nurse practitioners—and other advanced clinicians—may provide care comparable to, and sometimes better than, physicians, supporting the role of nurses in addressing physician shortages.

The analysis of 80 studies involving 28,041 patients, published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, found little difference in outcomes between NP-led and physician-led care. “Our findings show that nurse-led services provide care that is just as safe and effective as doctor-led services for many patients,” said researcher Michelle Butler. “In some areas, patients actually experienced better outcomes when nurses led their care.”

Full Story: Medical Economics (2/19)

https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/nurses-provide-patient-care-on-par-with-physicians-and-sometimes-better-study

02/20/2026

Health...

02/20/2026

As cancer therapies improve and increasingly achieve cures or recurring periods of remission, preventing and managing damage to organs from cancer treatment has become a top concern. That includes injury to the heart, says Joerg Herrmann, M.D., a cardiologist and the founder and director of the Cardio-Oncology Clinic at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.

Dr. Herrmann shares three things to know: https://mayocl.in/3OlFb3X

02/20/2026

This condition is associated with various types of infections, but is sepsis contagious? Here’s what to know.

02/20/2026

So very impressive! Congratulations to our Northern Michigan Olympic athletes! 🥇🥈🥉

02/20/2026

Smart technologies, both for the home and wearables, can assist with the safety and independence of older adults.

02/20/2026

Congrats to you, Sir! And thank you for all you have done for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

St. Jude announced today that James R. Downing, MD, will step down as president and CEO this year as part of a planned leadership transition. After more than a decade leading the institution through significant growth, he will continue to advance the mission in a faculty role within Global Pediatric Medicine.

The St. Jude Board of Governors has initiated a global search for the next CEO, with an announcement expected this summer and a full transition by the end of 2026. This process will ensure continuity for the institution’s scientific, clinical and global programs.

During his tenure, Downing guided major expansions in research, clinical care and global outreach. These efforts strengthened the institution’s ability to address childhood cancer and other catastrophic pediatric diseases. “I’ve watched St. Jude transform the care of pediatric cancer around the world, and I’m grateful to have played a small part as its CEO,” he said.

Board Chair Judy Habib highlighted his impact on collaboration across the global pediatric cancer community, saying, “He has nurtured the spirit of collaboration within St. Jude and among peer institutions, governments, global agencies and advocacy groups.”

Ike Anand, president and CEO of ALSAC, emphasized the partnership between the two organizations, stating that he has long admired Downing’s “commitment to scientific excellence and his deep compassion for the children and families we serve.”

02/19/2026

So sweet….

Loneliness and isolation can increase health risks for seniors, but Traverse City senior centers offer community and purpose to combat these issues.