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Come visit Booth 107 and find the solution to your central line securement challenges. #APHON24

Many HPN-dependent patients experience disrupted sleep, particularly difficulties with maintaining sleep. While these patients frequently report poor sleep, research objectively measuring their sleep patterns is scarce. A recent home-based observational study, “Sleep patterns of patients receiving home parenteral nutrition,” highlighted that the extent to which HPN contributes to poor sleep remains unclear. As healthcare providers, it's crucial to address known sleep disruption factors and explore potential sleep interventions. Improving sleep quality can significantly enhance patients' overall quality of life on HPN. #HealthcareProviders #SleepQuality #HPN #ClinicalResearch #PatientCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #RareDisease [Image Description: Image of provider hooking up a patient to sleep monitoring equipment.]

In part 2 of our Rays of Hope spotlight with the Turman family, we talk about their journey as a medical family, The MMIHS Foundation, and Ava’s role as a patient ambassador. Take ten minutes to watch: https://lnkd.in/eUpRf5-T [Image description: Screenshot of video opening slide, “Gus Gear;” “Rays of Hope;” “Turman Family: Part 2” There’s a white Gus Gear logo below.] #Healthcare #PatientCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe

We’re counting down the days until #APHON24. In honor of the conference by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON), we’re sharing some of our favorite pictures from last year's event. It was such a wonderful mixture of inspiration, community, networking, and lifelong learning. We can’t wait to do it all again. If you’ll be there this year, stop in and see us at booth #107!

Many HPN-dependent patients experience disrupted sleep, particularly difficulties with maintaining sleep. While these patients frequently report poor sleep, research objectively measuring their sleep patterns is scarce. A recent home-based observational study, “Sleep patterns of patients receiving home parenteral nutrition,” highlighted that the extent to which HPN contributes to poor sleep remains unclear. As healthcare providers, it's crucial to address known sleep disruption factors and explore potential sleep interventions. Improving sleep quality can significantly enhance patients' overall quality of life on HPN. #HealthcareProviders #SleepQuality #HPN #ClinicalResearch #PatientCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #RareDisease [Image Description: Image of provider hooking up a patient to sleep monitoring equipment.]

Gus Gear will be attending the Association for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) conference in Salt Lake City, Utah, from September 11-13! 🌟 Whether you’re a seasoned nurse or just starting out, be sure to stop by Booth 107 to learn more about our innovative securement devices, the Central Line Vest and LOCK 3000. We can’t wait to connect! #APHON2024 #PediatricCare #OncologyNurses #GusGear #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe https://www.aphon.org/

It’s hard to believe, but yes, it’s September already. Fortunately, there’s still plenty of time to plan ahead for Malnutrition Awareness Week, September 16 - 20th! Learn more about upcoming webinars and other events. Notably, consider attending the Wednesday, September 18th webinar, “Malnutrition in the Trauma and Emergency Surgery Setting: An Under-Recognized Issue,” from 12pm - 1:30pm. This will be an invaluable opportunity to deepen your understanding. American Society for Parenteral & Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) [Image description: White and gold font against a purple background: “Malnourished patients have 1.9x longer hospital stays.” There’s a Malnutrition Awareness Week and ASPEN logo to the left-hand side. Below, it says “September 16-20;” “nutritioncare.org/MAW.” To the right, in green, purple, and blue: “Educate. Empower. Eliminate.”] #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe #RareDisease #Malnutrition https://bit.ly/4gisIYc

We’re days away from September! That means we’re approaching Malnutrition Awareness Week (MAW), September 16-20! Every year, ASPEN works to educate patients and healthcare professionals on malnutrition detection, intervention, and treatment! As MAW (and fall) gets closer, there are some ways to join in and start making an impact:  1. Take the lead in educating your colleagues, patients, and community on the dangers of malnutrition using ASPEN’s promotional and educational resources.  2. Write and submit an op-ed to your local newspaper. Educate readers on malnutrition and the importance of optimal nutrition. 3. Participate in MAW webinars. They’re FREE to ASPEN members and MAW ambassadors. 4. Support ASPEN’s advocacy efforts: Ask legislators to support nutrition-related bills.  5. Educate your governor on the important issue of malnutrition: Submit a request for a proclamation declaring September 16-20, 2024, as Malnutrition Awareness Week. Learn more here about how you can join the efforts this September: https://bit.ly/3Ojf6A3 [Image description: White and yellow font against a purple background: “Globally, 37% of critically ill children are malnourished;” “Educate. Empower. Eliminate.” To the left, there is a logo for ASPEN and Malnutrition Awareness Week. Underneath: “September 16-20;” nutritioncare.org/MAW”] #Healthcare #Nutrition #Aging #Malnutrition #PatientCare #ElderCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe

Take just ten minutes to read this eye-opening article on the complex issue of adult malnutrition. It's a topic that deserves much more attention! 💡 Key Points: 1 in 4 older adults are at risk of malnutrition; 6% are already malnourished. Isolation, anxiety, and grief are significant risk factors. Men are particularly vulnerable, especially after losing a spouse. Access to healthy food is often limited by mobility, technology, or financial constraints. 🎯 How You Can Help: Identify signs of malnutrition in your patients and clients. Educate families on the importance of social support. Advocate for accessible nutrition programs and services. Encourage proactive care to prevent frailty and its complications. 🛡️ Let's work together to combat malnutrition and improve the quality of life! #Healthcare #Nutrition #Aging #Malnutrition #PatientCare #ElderCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe [Image description: An older woman holds a coffee mug and stares unsmiling out the window.] https://bit.ly/3Mjmnhz #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe #RareDisease

The IBD Qorus® network is transforming the way we treat anemia, malnutrition, and other urgent care needs in IBD patients. Since 2015, this collaborative network has grown to nearly 50 practices, sharing best practices and innovative strategies that have led to a 22% decrease in ER visits and a 50% reduction in opioid use among high-risk patients. #PatientCare #DaretoBeRare #HealthcareSolutions #PatientSafety #BeAnythingButOrdinary #LifeWithoutLimits #ChallengeWhatsPossible #PatientEmpowerment #DreamBigWithGusGear #GusGearAcrosstheGlobe #RareDisease [Image Description: Group picture of participating IBD Qorus Doctors.] https://bit.ly/3Z0FxQZ