For Healthcare Practitioner(articles)

Publisher: Becker’s Hospital Review Author: Daniel E. Ansel “Families are the major provider of long-term care, but research has shown that caregiving exacts a heavy emotional, physical, and financial toll. Many caregivers who have the dual role of caregiver and breadwinner experience conflicts between these responsibilities. ” Around 29% of the US adult population either provide care or are the primary health contact for someone who is ill. It is estimated that this number will only continue to rise in the coming Read More

“Although we cannot lessen the loss of a loved one, we can provide family members with clear, concise, and accurate information about the death, and access to helpful resources …These actions facilitate the healing process for family members.” There has been a spike in the rate of deaths across the world due to COVID-19. With social distancing protocols being followed, families have been distraught at not being able to be with their loved one in critical condition. Anxiety has plagued Read More

Publisher – Uniformed Services University “Sleep and circadian disruption can have negative health and safety consequences including impaired immune function and increased accidents and errors.” With the entire world facing COVID-19 currently, hospital workers have been at the forefront, risking their lives to save others. Their ability to function is of utmost importance in this battle. They are required to be in their best state to overcome the crisis that has plagued the world. The recommended hours of sleep are 7-9 per Read More

Publisher: The California State University Author: Jennifer Moore Ballentine “In this time, palliative care is just as critically needed as fluids, fever reducers, and respirators…(Palliative care workers)’ role in the time of COVID-19 is to keep the ‘care’ in healthcare.” The COVID-19 pandemic has put unimaginable stress on healthcare systems and healthcare professionals; it has also put under immediate danger a specific population: the elderly, frail and those with underlying illnesses. In the face of this crisis, the normal concerns Read More

Original Publishing Date: 07-06-2019 Publisher: The NEWS Minute Author: Geetika Mant “While the conversation around mental health has come to include more psychiatric disorders like dementia, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and more common issues like anxiety and depression, the impact of caregiving on carers isn’t given enough attention.” The article goes through the experiences of four caregivers of those with aggravated mental illness. It also includes conversations with mental health professionals about the importance of self care for caregivers. Caregiver burden Read More

  “Using appropriate precautions at work can help minimize risk and exposure to COVID-19 patients and, in turn, can protect families too.” The rising cases of COVID-19 is worrying to healthcare professionals as they may also carry the virus home. Some of them have taken drastic steps like only seeing their family through the window or video calls while others take a shower and change clothes before heading back home. Dr. Rupp, MD, professor and chief of the infectious diseases Read More

Original Publishing Date: March 15, 2020 Publisher: The Hindu Author: Rohan Manoj “You can’t treat terminal illnesses or dying stages as an exclusively medical issue. The community-based model, with institutions playing a supporting role, is the only way forward.” Palliative care is not just the responsibility of health institutions. A community can come together to help people suffering from a terminal illness. Patients with serious illnesses or dying stages cannot stay in hospitals forever. Their condition should not be treated Read More

Original publishing date: April 23, 2020 Publisher: The Washington Post. Author: Laura Kolbe  “It’s not just about treatment. We also need to make sure that our patients feel seen. I want each of my patients to feel — and more importantly, to be — seen, recognized and attended to.” While facing a global pandemic, not just the palliative care professionals but every healthcare professional is struggling to offer solace, preserve dignity and minister to the distress of patients. The term “palliative care” talks about the rigorous Read More

Orginal Publishing Year: 2015 Author: Janet Marsden “Handwashing is one of the most important actions we can take to prevent the spread of infections and therefore prevent loss of health, or even death.” Maintaining hand hygiene is essential to keep patients safe, especially during the rapid spread of COVID-19. Washing hands regularly and thoroughly will not just minimize the spread of the virus, but also keep both patient and healthcare practitioners safe. Patients under medical care in hospitals are more Read More

Original Publishing Date: March 23, 2020 Publisher: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention “CFBOs need to be able to react quickly if there is a confirmed COVID-19 case among staff, volunteers, the people they serve, or visitors. The guidance includes considerations to help administrators and leaders plan for the continuity of services depending on level of community spread of COVID-19.” Community and faith-based organisations often assist older people and those with serious health conditions who are regular attendees or people from Read More