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Guideline Implementation Series: Step 4 – Determining Interventions to Mitigate the Identified Barriers

In our previous article, we’ve identified the specific guideline(s) we’re focused on implementing, measured existing practices at the organization, and also identified any potential barriers to implementation, it’s time to focus on determination and prioritization of specific interventions.  Interventions may be targeted at one or more stakeholders, including: Strategies for implementation and specific interventions include […]

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ACC Conference 2024 Recap – What’s New In Heart Failure

The 73rd Annual Scientific Session & Expo of the American College of Cardiology took place from April 6-8, 2024, in Atlanta, GA. This event is a cornerstone for healthcare professionals dedicated to improving patient care and outcomes in the field of cardiology.  One of the key topics discussed at ACC24 was heart failure. According to […]

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National Nutrition Month® 2024: Empowering Patients Through Informed Nutritional Approaches

Informed food choices and dietary eating habits are essential to fighting diseases and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Unhealthy menu items, such as sugar-sweetened beverages and highly processed food, can lead to weight gain, obesity, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, all of which are risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Their increasing consumption is now leading […]

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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 2024: A Patient’s Guide to Colorectal Cancer Screening 

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a prevalent and potentially deadly disease that affects millions of individuals each year. In the United States alone, CRC ranks as the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer among adults and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths.  Despite its prevalence, CRC is highly preventable through early detection and screening. As clinicians, […]

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National Kidney Month 2024: Essential Kidney Disease Guidelines (2020 – Present)

850 million people in the world have kidney disease. Yet, few are aware of its dangers. On average, kidney disease affects one in nine people with most of them not even being aware of it. This lack of early detection can be fatal as kidney dysfunction that lasts longer than three months most often is […]

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Essential Cancer Prevention and Screening Guidelines You Can’t Miss! National Cancer Prevention Month 2024

Join us as we combat the staggering statistics of cancer. With over 600,000 lives lost last year, and 40% of cases preventable, the urgency is clear. This April, in honor of National Cancer Prevention Month 2024, we’re assembling various cancer-related screening and prevention guidelines to help the fight against this devastating disease.  Together, let’s turn […]

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American Heart Month 2024: What’s New and Upcoming in American Heart Association Clinical Guidelines

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) isn’t exclusive to older adults. Data show that CVD and CVD mortality are increasing among younger populations. 1 in every 3 deaths in the United States is related to cardiovascular disease. For American Heart […]

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2023 in Review: Top Clinical Guidelines and Breakthroughs 

Hundreds of clinical practice guidelines are published each year. In 2023, a total of 224 guidelines were published in the United States alone marking a 16% increase from prior year. We’ve seen a spike in guidelines being published in the months of May (32 guidelines) and August (24 guidelines) in 2023 versus a spike of […]

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Diabetes Awareness Month 2023: New Diabetes Clinical Guideline Updates

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and November 14th marks World Diabetes Day, an opportunity to raise awareness around diabetes prevention and fighting this disease. About 37 million Americans are impacted by this disease which can affect the heart, kidneys, & nerves.   For National Diabetes Month 2023, we’ve put together a list of all […]

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Lung Cancer Guidelines for Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2023 – Clinical Practice Guideline Round Up

November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month and November 11 is dedicated to National Lung Cancer Awareness Day. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women in the United States, accounting for more deaths than colon cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. There are two main forms of lung cancer […]

Liver Cancer Guidelines for Awareness Month 2023 – Clinical Practice Guideline Round Up

October is Cancer Awareness Month as well as Liver Cancer Awareness Month. Hepatocellular Carcinoma, (HCC for short), or Liver Cancer, is the third most deadliest cancer in the United States. Each year, tens of thousands of new cases are reported, and as many as 30,000 deaths caused by HCC alone.  For Liver Cancer Awareness Month […]

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2023 – The Latest Clinical Guidelines and FDA Drug Approvals for Breast Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and October 13, 2023 is National Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day. An important month that is recognized by nearly all of the leading professional and patient-facing organizations including advocacy groups representing oncology, women’s health, breast cancer survivors and all the related healthcare professionals. This includes respected organizations like American […]

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New Clinical Practice Guidelines & FDA Drug Approvals – September 2023

Management of Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia or Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia Author:American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Published:September 1, 2023 Outpatient Treatment of Confirmed COVID-19 Author:American College of Physicians (ACP) Published:September 19, 2023 Optimal Timing of Elective Hip or Knee Arthroplasty for Patients with Symptomatic Moderate to Severe Osteoarthritis or Advanced Symptomatic Osteonecrosis with Secondary Arthritis […]

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10 New Heart Health Guidelines for World Heart Day 2023

Every year cardiovascular disease claims million of lives worldwide. World Heart Day, which is celebrated globally on September 29th serves as a reminder to prioritize heart health and take measures against heart disease. This occasion offers an opportunity to raise awareness about the significance of maintaining the heart, educating individuals on factors that affect global […]

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2023 – What’s New in Prostate Cancer Clinical Guidelines

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, and 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the leading site of new cancers diagnosed and the number two cause of death for males. For Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2023 […]