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More studies needed on mental health treatments during and after pregnancy
(Wiley) Untreated mental health disorders can be a serious problem for women and their children during pregnancy and after giving birth, during the postpartum period. A recent analysis funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and published in Psychiatric Research& Clinical Practice notes that few studies have examined the benefits of medications for mental health disorders in pregnant and postpartum women. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - May 5, 2021 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news

PNR Weekly Digest: March 30, 2021
Items regarding COVID-19 information are indicated with an * In the Dragonfly: *NNLM Covid-19 Symposium. Keynote Speakers Announced. Registration is Open The Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM) is excited to announce a new, free virtual symposium focused on addressing the COVID-19 infodemic in our communities. The NNLM Virtual Symposium: Responding to the COVID-19 Infodemic is an opportunity to address misinformation and mistrust, raise awareness about the pandemic, and efforts to combat it. Symposium attendees can expect to come away from the 2-day experience with a better understanding of COVID-19 and shar...
Source: Dragonfly - March 30, 2021 Category: Databases & Libraries Authors: Carolyn Martin Tags: PNR Weekly Digest Source Type: news

AHRQ: Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) extending the comment period on its draft report on effective strategies for reducing medical errors and increasing patient safety. The report includes measures determined appropriate by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to encourage the appropriate use of such strategies, including use in any federally funded programs. Comments are due by April 19, 2021. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 18, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Request for Information on the Use of Clinical Algorithms That Have the Potential To Introduce Racial/Ethnic Bias Into Healthcare Delivery
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is seeking information on clinical algorithms that are used or recommended in medical practice and any evidence on clinical algorithms that may introduce bias or influence healthcare delivery and outcomes for racial and ethnic minorities and those who are socioeconomically disadvantaged. The information received by AHRQ will be used to inform an Evidence-Based Practice Center Program (EPC) evidence review and may inform other AHRQ activities. Comments are due by May 4, 2021. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 5, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Supplemental Evidence and Data Request on Improving Rural Health Through Telehealth-Guided Provider-to-Provider Communication
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is seeking published and unpublished scientific information submissions to inform its review onImproving Rural Health Through Telehealth-Guided Provider-to-Provider Communication. Thefull review protocol is available for review on the AHRQ website. Submissions are due by April 1, 2021. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 2, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

HHS Awards 26 Research Grants to Explore the Healthcare System's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announced 26 research grants to explore healthcare delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic. The projects focus on areas such as the increased use of telehealth, best practices in rural care settings, emergency management in hospitals, addressing critical barriers to effective pandemic response in hospitals that care for vulnerable populations, and improving clinician and patient safety. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - January 12, 2021 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

Researchers to help nursing homes implement practices to mitigate the impact of COVID-19
(Georgia State University) Researchers in Georgia State University's School of Public Health and Emory University's School of Medicine have received a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality to help nursing homes implement practices to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and stop the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. (Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases)
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - January 6, 2021 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news

Fueled by a History of Mistreatment, Black Americans Distrust the New COVID-19 Vaccines
When a COVID-19 vaccine becomes widely available to Americans, Brianna Clarke says she won’t be taking it. “I don’t trust the vaccine,” the 22-year-old says. “I think it’s too soon to have a vaccine.” Clarke, who lives in Willingboro, N.J., is among a significant number of Black Americans who are skeptical of the healthcare industry in general and, critically, the COVID-19 vaccines recently developed by pharmaceutical companies Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, more specifically. Over the past couple of weeks, the U.S. has averaged in the neighborhood of 200,000 new COVID-19 cases per d...
Source: TIME: Health - December 28, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Dezimey Kum Tags: Uncategorized COVID-19 Source Type: news

AHRQ: Solicitation for Nominations for Members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality is seeking nominations to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). Specific areas of expertise being sought include public health, health equity and the reduction of health disparities, application of science to health policy, dissemination and implementation, behavioral medicine, and communication of scientific findings to diverse audiences. Nominations of individuals with clinical expertise in family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and advanced practice nursing will receive the strongest consideration. Nominations are due by March...
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - December 22, 2020 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

AHRQ: Notice of Opportunity To Comment on Strategies To Improve Patient Safety: Draft Report to Congress for Public Comment and Review by the National Academy of Medicine
Notice from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) announcing its draft report on effective strategies for reducing medical errors and increasing patient safety is available to the public for review and comment. The report includes measures determined appropriate by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to encourage the appropriate use of such strategies, including use in any federally funded programs. Comments are due by February 16, 2021. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2020 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

230 Indiana nursing homes signed up for support program during COVID-19 pandemic
(Regenstrief Institute) Nursing homes have been greatly challenged by COVID-19 but often don't know where to look for assistance. The Indiana Nursing Home COVID-19 Action Network (NHCAN) Extension of Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) helps nursing homes improve COVID-19 preparedness, safety and infection control. The 16-week ECHO program provides nursing homes with guidance on implementing best practices in such areas as vaccine delivery, infection control and staffing shortages. Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) funds the program. (Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases)
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - December 15, 2020 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news

Prize Winners Chosen in Competition to Improve Rural Postpartum Mental Health Care
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (ARHQ) announced the winners of the Rural Post-Partum Mental Health Challenge. The two Program Proposal winners located in Montana and Alabama receive $50,000 each, while the three Success Story winners located in Massachusetts, Montana, and Oregon receive $25,000. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - December 8, 2020 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news

Google Health and HHS' AHRQ detail new pilot project helping patients prep for their doctor's appointment
The tool would help patients develop health questions for their clinician, and reminds them to bring along any necessary test results or other materials. (Source: mobihealthnews)
Source: mobihealthnews - December 2, 2020 Category: Information Technology Source Type: news

Rising rates of ED visits for suicidal ideation, suicide attempt - Rubin R.
From 2008 to 2017, the rate of emergency department (ED) visits related to suicidal ideation or suicide attempt increased among all age groups 5 years or older, according to a recent report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ). Su... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - October 29, 2020 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Adolescents Source Type: news