Patient Experience

Mental Health

Behavioral Health, Patient Centered Medical Home: Embed or Not to Embed…?

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

By Lee Reichbaum, Ph.D. Don’t look now, but the pendulum has swung again. The federal government, insurers, and physician practices ...

Patient Care

Questions Seniors Should Ask Their Doctor

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Consider the following important questions from the American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) that seniors should ask a doctor whenever ...

Homecare

Checklist for Sibling Family Caregivers

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

The following checklist can help siblings better manage the care of their senior loved ones. Identify and list the needs ...

Patient Care

5 Life-Changing Healthcare Careers

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

The healthcare industry offers many rewarding opportunities for students who want both security and the chance to help others. One ...

Homecare Hospice

How the Affordable Care Act Will Impact Home Healthcare & Hospice

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

By Kathleen Ganster Healthcare laws are constantly changing; sometimes it seems from one minute to the next. “Keeping up with ...

Patient Care

ACHIEVA Early Intervention

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

ACHIEVA is a leader in the field of disabilities, an organization known for its innovative programs and steadfast dedication to ...

Rehab

New Book Offers Transparent Look Into Living With Someone Else’s Alcohol Problem

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

“Blind Drunk” by Anne Morshead helps others see the signs of an alcohol problem and learn ways to detach with ...