Gun safety initiative shows results. Over 82% of firearm deaths in Utah (2018-2022) were suicides, but @Intermountain's community outreach is changing that.
Through community events, nearly 85,000 gun locks distributed. Result: 30% decrease in firearm-related injuries in 2023.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the ninth year of the FREE Take Care Utah Hispanic Health and Heritage Fair. Come celebrate with us this September 7th at Gateway where you can enjoy live music, folkloric dancers, authentic food. Bring your folding chairs!"
A person overdosing may exhibit any or all of the signs listed below.
If you believe someone is overdosing, call 911, perform rescue breathing, and administer naloxone if available.
Don’t leave until help arrives!
We recently highlighted some statistics about the prevalence of chronic kidney disease geographically and across populations amongst those with Medicare as part of a series spotlighting data trends in our six-state QIN-QIO service area. comagine.org/program/partner…. #CKD#Medicare
ALT Screenshot of a data visualization showing information about people with Medicare who have chronic kidney disease in Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah and Washington.
What are recommended alcohol limits? Nonpregnant adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink, or to drink in moderation. Read more at cdc.gov/fasd
Trying to get pregnant? Alcohol use during pregnancy can harm a baby throughout pregnancy, including before you know you are pregnant.
There is no known safe amount of alcohol use during pregnancy. There is also no safe time during pregnancy to drink. cdc.gov/fasd
To prevent a health care worker exodus spurred by burnout, experts say that the emphasis needs to shift from individual resilience to broader system-level improvements. Several new national initiatives are beginning to chart a path. ja.ma/3xFPGab
All of us at UAFP are saddened at the passing of longtime member, Dr. David Sundwall; an icon of family medicine, always teaching others, providing advice, and sharing his incredible knowledge. Obituary and information about services can be found here legacy.com/us/obituaries/des…
Join us Feb. 14 for "Opioid Use Disorder Management in the Emergency Department." This session is the last in a six-part series focusing on best practices for caring for those with OUD in the emergency department setting. comagine.org/events/2927#OpioidUseDisorder
Stumbled across this, references in the image. I almost spat out my gingerbread latte with an extra shot.
Who else can relate to this? Why are we afraid to spend time exploring our opportunities and planning?
If you think your improvement work is too slow. Slow it down. #QI
The rate of e-cigarette use increased more than fivefold among adolescents in late pregnancy from 2016 to 2021, according to a study published in @JAMANetworkOpen. spr.ly/6018RTYrE
Do you know what to do if your vehicle gets stuck during a snowstorm?
Run the engine for about 10 minutes per hour to run the heater and charge your cellphone. Open a window slightly to let fresh air in and to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
More tips: ready.gov/winter-ready
ALT What to do if you get stranded in your vehicle. Stay in your vehicle where rescuers are most likely to find you. Run the heat 10 minutes each hour to save gas and keep warm. Keep snow clear from the exhaust pipe to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Medication-assisted treatments for alcohol use disorder are underused tools in our fight against the third leading cause of preventable death in the US. Discover the potential for recovery in this #AHRQ systematic review. #BetterCarebit.ly/3tYrQnU
On Nov. 14, don't miss the third session of " Working Together to Prevent Sepsis," a four-part series on how early recognition and treatment of sepsis can save lives. Visit comagine.org/events/2934 to register.