September is National Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month! According to the American Stroke Association, 2.7 million are living with AFib. The American Stroke Association is raising awareness around AFib this September! What is Atrial Fibrillation? According to the American Stroke Association, “Atrial fibrillation (also called AFib or AF) is
September is Healthy Aging Month! Healthy Aging Month is about encouraging healthy lifestyles that support change and growing older! Use this month to make big and small healthy lifestyle changes this Fall. Healthy Aging Magazine has tips to inspire change during Healthy Aging Month: Find New Activities: Healthy Aging
August 23rd to the 29th is celebrated as Health Unit Coordinator Week! This week celebrates Health Unit Coordinators and their importance within healthcare! The National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC) states that Health Unit Coordinators are, “Referred to as the unit secretary, unit clerk, service specialist, and information coordinator.”
From August 4th to August 10th, National Health Center Week is celebrated! National Health Center Week is a celebration for raising awareness regarding our nation’s health centers, along with their overall missions and accomplishments. Did you know that 28 million patients receive services through health centers? Along with serving 28
August is National Immunization Awareness Month! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are raising awareness around the importance of vaccinations for everyone. Vaccinations can protect one against diseases such as: Cancers (Caused by HPV) Chickenpox Influenza Measles Pneumonia Whooping Cough This National Immunization Awareness Month, talk with a
July is UV Safety Awareness Month! Protection during Summer is essential! The American Cancer Society has created the “Be Safe in the Sun” initiative to spread awareness around UV safety! What is Ultraviolet (UV) Radiation? According to the American Cancer Society, “Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a form of electromagnetic
June is Cataract Awareness Month! According to Prevent Blindness, by 2032, 38.5 million Americans will suffer from cataracts. What Is Cataract? Prevent Blindness states that, “Cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens which blocks or changes the passage of light into the eye.” Cataracts affect women more than men,
June is Aphasia Awareness Month! According to the National Aphasia Association, about 84.5 percent of Americans have never heard of aphasia, yet 2 million Americans are affected by it. This month is all about raising awareness while paving the way for better communication experiences for those living with aphasia.
The National Network of Career Nursing Assistants celebrates National Nursing Assistant Week from June 13th to the 20th! The theme for this week is, “Creating a Community of Caring.” The National Network of Career Nursing Assistants has listed several ways to celebrate National Nursing Assistant Week: Arrange various
It’s Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month! According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 50 million are currently living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month is all about learning more about Alzheimer’s and the impact it has on our brains. What is Alzheimer’s? According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “Alzheimer’s
It’s National Mental Health Month! Your mind is intricate and infinitely unique, so your mental health is something only you know. All over America, people are learning more about their minds and the depth behind caring for it. In today’s world, it’s very easy to overwhelm ourselves and cause unnecessary
From May 12th to the 18th, it’s National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW)! The American Health Care Association’s theme for NSNCW is, “Living Soulfully,” encouraging happy minds and healthy souls. NSNCW is all about recognizing skilled nursing centers, along with celebrating residents and staff. We at Legacy Health Services
May is commemorated as Better Sleep Month. Whether someone’s young and still growing or are older and settled, sleep remains an important part of everyone’s life. The overall recommended amount of sleep people need every night is between 7-8 hours of time, though if a person’s younger or participating in
Happy National Bike Month! May is a time to pump your tires, clip on your helmet and take off on a two-wheel adventure. This year’s biking phenomena is sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, and they want everyone to know more about Bike Month. Bike month started in 1956
May is the time to focus on some very important spheres; your eyes! All over the world, people are recognizing the impact eye health holds in a person’s life, and they want to spread the word. The National Eye Institute (NEI) has created an excellent resource to learn, share, and
It’s National Nurses Week! In 1993, May 6th – 12th was declared as National Nurses Week (NNW)! NNW concludes on May 12th; Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Florence Nightingale is considered the founder of nursing. She is also known as the “Lady with the Lamp,” for when she would make nighttime
World Hemophilia Day is celebrated on April 17th. Hemophilia is a bleeding disorder that reduces the clotting factor in a person’s blood, so when the person bleeds, it is very hard to staunch the flow. This disorder is extremely rare, as only one in 10,000 people are born with
Happy National Cancer Registrars Week! During April 8th to the 12th, cancer registrars will be joining with medical professionals and community leaders to raise awareness of the importance of cancer registrars. Cancer registrars are experts who gather and manage cancer data that they share with different health care agencies.
March 26th is American Diabetes Association Alert Day! Every March, the American Diabetes Association celebrates Diabetes Alert Day. According to the ADA, “9 out of 10 Americans most are at risk for type 2 diabetes without even knowing it.” With this, millions of Americans are at risk. Alert Day is
On March 14th, everyone all over the world will be celebrating World Kidney Day. This major day stresses the need for Kidney Health for Everyone, Everywhere. It’s estimated that 850 million people will be diagnosed with kidney disease, and despite how large this number is, kidney disease still affects people
With March being Multiple Sclerosis Education Month, it’s important to raise awareness! According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS), “Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable, often disabling disease of the central nervous system that disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body.” The
Happy National Kidney Month! According to the National Kidney Foundation, “Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a condition characterized by a gradual loss of kidney function over time.” A gradual loss of kidney function can result in damaged kidneys, keeping you from truly staying healthy. When you are not healthy, you
Happy March! It’s National Professional Social Work Month and we’d like to celebrate! According to the National Professional Social Workers, “Every day, the nation’s 680,000 social workers work to empower and elevate millions of people, including some of the most vulnerable in our society.” Social workers are amazing advocates
From March 10th to the 16th, it’s Healthcare Human Resources Week! Human resources professionals are an important part of health care organizations across the United States. Human resources professionals are also an important part of Legacy Health Services! We would like to thank these professionals for all the amazing work
The week of February 25th to March 3rd is a nationwide opportunity to increase the awareness of a worldwide struggle: Eating Disorders. It’s estimated that over 30 million Americans of all ages and gender suffer from a disorder. Chances are, several people you know are either grappling with a
February 14th is celebrated as Donor Day. This day commemorates all organ, tissue, and eye donors in their generous gift or gifts and helps to raise awareness about the importance organ donors have in many people’s lives. Despite there being 95% of Americans who support being a donor, only 58%
February is known as American Heart Month. Beyond the lovely celebration of Valentine’s Day, the month of February holds another special aspect of the heart; its health. The American Heart Association wants you to live a long and healthy life, and so they have several helpful ways to develop your
The second week of February is dedicated to the work of perianesthesia nurses. Perianesthesia nurses specialize in helping or caring for patients who are entering or recovering from anesthesia. These nurses help many patients and families all the time and deal with normal and adverse reactions to sedation multiple
February is observed as Recreational Therapy Month! Recreational Therapy involves incorporating physical activity and recreation into the therapy of a patient based on their illness and/or health conditions. This type of therapy is a way for patients to regain some freedom that would otherwise be restricted in their situation, as
The first week of February is observed as Burn Awareness week. According to the American Burn Association, this week is, “…a window of opportunity for organizations to mobilize burn, fire and life safety educators to unite in sharing a common burn awareness and prevention message in our communities.” Every
January is observed as Birth Defects Prevention Awareness Month. Birth defects, as defined by the CDC, are, “…common, costly, and critical conditions that affect 1 in every 33 babies born in the United States each year.” It’s estimated that 120,000 babies are born with defects every year, just in
January is National Blood Donors Month. This health observance began in 1970, and continues to this day, mostly because the need for blood donors during this month and all of winter is considerable. Throughout January, donations of blood lower significantly, mostly due to inclement weather, holidays, and the increased risk
New Years is a time of change with new promises and resolutions. 2019 is right around the corner, and many will have resolutions of starting things, like recycling, making breakfast every Sunday, or becoming more physically fit, while yet others will have ones of quitting things, like staying up
December 2nd – 8th is National Handwashing Awareness Week! Hand hygiene is extremely important, as it prevents up to 50% of diarrhea-related diseases, and 16% of lung infections, along with significantly improving the overall health of millions around the globe. Even utilizing a bottle of hand sanitizer in the classroom
November 11th – 17th is National Nurse Practitioners Week! Nurse Practitioners have licensed clinicians who work to prevent disease and manage patients health. NPs specialize with several different types of patients, including children and the elderly, and they also practice in areas such as dermatology and cardiovascular health. They
In November, Alzheimer’s Awareness month is observed. Just like World Alzheimer’s Day, this month stresses the importance of understanding this severe form of dementia, in order to hopefully prevent or find a cure for this disease. Legacy Health Services participated in the 2018 Walk To End Alzheimer’s on October
It’s National Family Caregivers Month! November is the month when we recognize and give thanks to all Family Caregivers. Family caregivers are people, usually relatives or close friends, who provide physical and/or emotional support to an ill or disabled loved one, especially if the individual is suffering from a mental
National Gerontological Nursing week is celebrated November 21st through the 28th. Gerontological Nursing is the specialized care of older adults in the medical field. Over the years, this field is expected to grow as life-expectancy rates rise in numbers and the patients defined as eligible for this type of
The first week in November (the 1st- 7th) is known as National Medical-Surgical Nurses Week. This week focuses on the nurses in the medical-surgical field and raises awareness of just how important these nurses are. Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses, (AMSN), presents several different ideas to celebrate and acknowledge the work
Happy Thanksgiving! This day is a day of family and giving thanks and also a time to talk about family health history. Knowing you’re family history is important as it could lead to the prevention of an illness or disease your family might have passed down to you.
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia which involves memory loss and changes in behavior and thinking. Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease meaning it starts slowly at first before increasing in severity, disrupting everyday activities. While many people over the age of
In October, National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated! This year the American Physical Therapy Association is emphasizing the use of physical therapy as a safe and advantageous way to pain management and relief. We at Legacy Health Services want to let you know just how valuable PT is
In October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed. The National Breast Cancer Foundation describes breast cancer as, “a broad term for a class of diseases characterized by abnormal cells that grow and invade healthy cells in the body. Breast cancer starts in the cells of the breast as a
Our Promise: A Heart-Healthy Diet On September 29th, we celebrate World Heart Day! This year’s theme is, “Make Your Promise.” Our promise, at Legacy Health Services, is to support heart-healthy diets. As the season begins to change, you may ask yourself, “What heart-healthy foods can I make right now?” By
In honor of Healthcare Volunteer Appreciation week, we wanted to share the stories of our Continuum Care Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Susan Peters, and two of our dedicated volunteers, Rose and Brenda. Volunteers are a vital part of our hospice team. They share their talents in ways that offer support to
National Nurse Practitioner Week The role of the nurse practitioner (NP) will be showcased November 12 – 18, 2017, as NPs across the country celebrate more than 50 years of practice during National NP Week. In the United States, this distinguished group of health care professionals number approximately 234,000 strong
In November, in addition to Veterans’ Day and Thanksgiving, we are recognizing National Hospice & Palliative Care Month and National Family Caregivers’ Month. Being a caregiver is a 24/7 job. If you or someone you know is a caregiver, check out these tips on how to care for yourself while you care
In November, in addition to Veterans’ Day and Thanksgiving, we are recognizing National Hospice & Palliative Care Month and National Family Caregivers’ Month. Being a caregiver is a 24/7 job. If you or someone you know is a caregiver, check out these tips on how to care for yourself while you care
In November, in addition to Veterans’ Day and Thanksgiving, we are recognizing National Hospice & Palliative Care Month and National Family Caregivers’ Month. Being a caregiver is a 24/7 job. If you or someone you know is a caregiver, check out these tips on how to care for yourself while you care
In November, in addition to Veterans’ Day and Thanksgiving, we are recognizing National Hospice & Palliative Care Month and National Family Caregivers’ Month. Being a caregiver is a 24/7 job. If you or someone you know is a caregiver, check out these tips on how to care for yourself while you care