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The Walk for Alzheimer’s is held annually by the Alzheimer’s Association in 600 communities nationwide. It is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate...

Evidence for the health benefits of breast feeding have led to an increase in breastfeeding mothers. Breast milk is the natural first food for babies.

It provides all the energy and nutrients that the infant needs for the first months of life (WHO). It is essential to store...

Earlier this year, Hancock Physician’s Network (HPN) set out to improve their vaccine program through the implementation of temperature monitoring and medical-grade refrigeration. The goal was to standardize and optimize the vaccine program across the entire network. HPN has...

Getting an annual flu vaccine is the number one way to protect yourself and others from the flu. Not only does flu vaccination reduce illnesses, it can also reduce unwanted doctors’ visits, missed work and school, as well as prevent hospitalizations from severe cases of the...

The U.S. Environmental Agency’s ENERGY STAR® program is a voluntary program that helps protect the climate through the use of energy efficient products. Within the past year, the ENERGY STAR program was expanded to allow testing and recognition of laboratory, pharmacy, and blood...

Facilities are under pressure to comply with The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Chapter <800> Hazardous Drugs: Handling in Healthcare Settings. All facilities must be in compliance by December 1st, 2019. This chapter has caused a tremendous amount of confusion regarding...

Expectant moms, their babies, and even those who will be around their babies, may need vaccines. Vaccines help protect mother and baby against serious diseases. It is safe for expectant mothers to receive vaccines right after giving birth, and while breastfeeding. Healthcare...

Many hospitals have recognized the need to reduce unnecessary transfusions and are striving to optimize blood use in their facility. This can be accomplished by adopting new strategies for blood stewardship or implementing a formal Patient Blood Management program.

The need for young children to get vaccinated goes unspoken, and there is an increased emphasis on adult vaccinations, but what about pre-teens and teens ages 11-18? Preteen and teen years are a great time to check in and see what vaccinations should be administered. This is...

Helmer Scientific continues to build relationships with youth through the Horizons program, a non-profit organization aimed at closing the gap for low income children in inner-city Indianapolis. Volunteers from Helmer visited St Richard’s Episcopal School recently as part of the...