by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jan 27, 2023 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
National Caregivers Day is a time to recognize the selfless physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual support work of caregivers. In 2015, Providers Association for Home Health & Hospice Agencies established National Caregivers Day on the third Friday of February...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jan 27, 2023 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
February is American Heart Month, highlighting the number 1 killer of all Americans, heart disease. Today, there are nearly 20 million Americans living with coronary heart disease (CHD) or stroke. When you hear the word “heart,” your mind probably goes...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jan 27, 2023 | News
In the United States, African Heritage and Health Week is an annual event celebrating African Americans’ rich history and cultural contributions to health and wellness. It occurs during the first week of February, also designated as National African American...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Jan 27, 2023 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
This week, February 1-7, 2023, National Patient Recognition Week is taking place all over the country. We’re celebrating Patient Recognition Week by focusing on the many wonderful people who make our work possible. First, we want to say a special...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Dec 27, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News
When you’re looking for care for a loved one who is dying, it’s important to understand how hospice works and what kind of care can be expected. Hospice care is a form of end-of-life treatment focused on pain management and comfort rather than curing...
by Oklahoma Palliative & Hospice Care | Dec 27, 2022 | Hospice Care, Medical Professionals, News, Palliative Care
The short answer is yes! Medicare pays for hospice. One of the biggest questions for Medicare beneficiaries is whether or not it will pay for hospice care. The answer is yes, but some specific qualifications need to be met in order to qualify. Medicare covers hospice...
