AAHPM has released a statement on vaccinations. The vaccines now available and recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are safe and effective at reducing COVID-19 infections, complications, and death and represent a critical intervention for bringing the public health crisis under control. AAHPM provides guidance regarding vaccinations in their new statement. AAHPM concluded … Read moreAAHPM Monthly Wrap Up – September 2021
Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. A National Survey of Challenges Faced by Hospices During the Opioid Crisis: Estimates of Pain Medication Shortages, Missing Medications, and Opioids Left in the Home Post-Death John G. Cagle, PhD, MSW; Mary Lynn McPherson, … Read moreHighlights of the October 2021 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
The National Coalition of Hospice and Palliative Care recently released their August edition of the National Pediatric Palliative Care Task Force’s quarterly newsletter, PPC NOW. AAHPM is a proud member of the Coalition, and is represented on the National Pediatric Palliative Care Task Force by AAHPM board member Tammy Kang, MD FAAHPM of Texas Children’s … Read moreAAHPM Task Force Member Interviewed in PPC NOW
Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Quality Indicators in Surgical Palliative Care: A Systematic Review Katherine C. Lee, Claire M. Sokas, Jocelyn Streid, Steven S. Senglaub, Kathleen Coogan, Anne M. Walling, Zara Cooper Witnesses and Victims Both: Healthcare … Read moreHighlights of the September 2021 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
Take a glimpse into all that has taken place at the Academy in the previous month. We are hard at work for our members, the field of hospice and palliative care, and all who care for seriously ill patients and their families. AAHPM held their second Virtual Career Fair on August 19, seeing more than … Read moreAAHPM Monthly Wrap Up – August 2021
The 2022 Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care will be held February 9-12, 2022 in Nashville, TN. We are resolved to meet in Nashville, in person and use our voice for good. The safety and well-being of our attendees is always our top priority, and this is the core tenant that will continue to … Read moreA Message from the President: Update on the 2022 Annual Assembly
Read the editor’s picks for the most recent issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management (JPSM), the official journal of AAHPM. Fixed-Dose Netupitant and Palonosetron for Chronic Nausea in Cancer Patients: A Double-Blind, Placebo Run-in Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial David Hui, Veronica Puac, Zeena Shelal, Diane Liu, Rama Maddi, Ahmed Kaseb, Milind Javle, Michael Overman, … Read moreHighlights of the August 2021 Issue of the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
Registration is now open for the upcoming Virtual Career Fair, held August 19 from 10am-4pm ET. The last career fair had more than 100 participants and nearly 20 employers. Save your spot! This career fair is free and open to anyone seeking a position in hospice and palliative care. Take the Diversity, Equity 21 Day … Read moreWeek in Review: July 26-30, 2021
AAHPM has launched its new online learning platform, AAHPM Learn, on July 20. Changes to AAHPM products have taken place so please review access points to your previously purchased products. A new learning experience awaits you. Visit learn.aahpm.org to discover a new learning experience. The 2021 Virtual Conference is next Thursday, July 29 with a … Read moreWeek in Review: July 19-22, 2021
AAHPM is preparing for the launch of our new online learning platform, AAHPM Learn, on July 20. Changes to AAHPM products are currently taking place and some products are inaccessible from July 14-19. A new learning experience awaits you on July 20. Watch for the launch next Tuesday, July 20. The 2021 Virtual Conference is … Read moreWeek in Review: July 12-16, 2021