Breathe in, breathe out: How to manage COVID-19 stress
By Natalie Robison and Evy Smith Nowadays, it seems the only thing people are talking about is the coronavirus, or COVID-19. Whether surfing social media or turning on the news we can’t seem to escape it. This topic brings up a lot of strong feelings of worry and anxiety. Especially as we all practice social distancing, we need...
Hospice, home care continue during pandemic
At a time when Vermont’s health care delivery system is being tested, home health, hospice and other medically necessary services provided by The University of Vermont Health Network – Home Health & Hospice continue during the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, only two agency programs are closed — adult day...
Protect yourself and others from coronavirus
It’s nothing personal, but if you’re not feeling well, please stay home! Find more ways to prevent the spread of respiratory illness and keep yourself and others healthy here.
Caring for a loved one with a heart condition?
Expert offers tips for you and those in your care during American Heart Month By Joe Haller, RN As a caregiver, the prospect of helping someone with a heart condition may feel overwhelming. Here are some tips to make this important role easier for you and the cardiac patient in...
Staff Reflection: On Being a Hospice Nurse
By Marty Machia, RN Editor’s note: Marty prepared these comments to honor those who died at the McClure Miller Respite House in 2019. I want to begin with a short quote by Ram Dass, a spiritual teacher who sat at the bedside of many during their dying process: “Working with...
Home remedies that may help you feel better when you have the flu
By Sarah Spengler, RN Infection Prevention and Patient Safety coordinator UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice There are many traditional and non-traditional home remedies people use to feel better when they’re sick. Home remedies won’t shorten the duration of flu, but can make you more comfortable as the...
Do I have flu, and how can I feel better?
By Sarah Spengler, RN Infection Prevention and Patient Safety Coordinator UVM Health Network – Home Health & Hospice With flu season under way in Vermont, you may be wondering how to best take care of yourself or a loved one with flu. Most people with flu can manage the illness...
‘My heart was stolen by hospice’
LNAs and PCAs play a huge role in the lives of our patients. They’re the eyes, ears and hands of our care team, helping families and patients feel safe, cared for and comfortable. They assist patients with essential care needs such as bathing, dressing and eating, and provide emotional support...
Professional tips to avoid the flu
From Meredith King, RN, BSN, infection prevention coordinator at our partner organization, The University of Vermont Health Network – Elizabethtown Community Hospital. Health care workers are on the front lines during flu season. But we don’t follow any secret formula to avoid getting sick. In fact, our go-to ways of...
What to know about flu if you have asthma
Another flu season is here. A seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to protect against it and any potentially serious complications. Immunity can take up to two weeks to develop after getting the vaccine, so getting your flu shot and helping to protect your friends, family and loved ones...