Working to educate patients on the correct method for collecting urine to be used for a culture, Larissa Grigoryan, MD, PhD, aims to reduce inappropriate antibiotic use and slow the emergence of antimicrobial resistance. Check out our latest AHRQ Grantee Profile for details. https://lnkd.in/ehuscMQZ
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The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's (AHRQ) mission is to produce evidence to make health care safer, higher quality, more accessible, equitable, and affordable, and to work within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and with other partners to make sure that the evidence is understood and used. As 1 of 12 agencies within the Department of Health and Human Services, AHRQ supports research that helps people make more informed decisions and improves the quality of health care services. AHRQ was formerly known as the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research. For further information go to: http://www.ahrq.gov/cpi/about/
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- Rockville, MD
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- Health Care Quality Improvement, Health IT, Evidence-Based Medicine, Prevention, Health Care Data, Patient-Centered Care, and Patient Safety
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Nominations are open through Dec. 20 for AHRQ’s Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project (HCUP) Awards for Best #Research! Co-sponsored by AcademyHealth, these biennial awards honor impactful clinical and policy research using HCUP data. Eligible work, published between July 2022 and June 2024, must demonstrate how HCUP contributes to health services research. Awards will be presented at the 2025 AcademyHealth Annual Research Meeting. Learn more and submit your nomination today. https://bit.ly/410mnvq
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AHRQ is funding innovative projects that can prevent antibiotic resistance and improve antibiotic use in multiple care settings, including healthcare transitions. Proposals for demonstration and dissemination projects (R18) are due by January 25 and large #research projects (R01) by February 5. Address health inequities persistent in healthcare delivery areas specific to your proposal. https://bit.ly/3hCuF3d
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This #NationalHandwashingAwarenessWeek, #AHRQ emphasizes the critical role of proper hand hygiene in preventing infections and improving patient safety. Handwashing is a simple yet powerful practice to reduce healthcare-associated infections and combat antibiotic resistance. Explore AHRQ resources to support infection prevention in your facility. https://bit.ly/2plOHZs
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AHRQ is funding innovative projects that can prevent antibiotic resistance and improve antibiotic use in multiple care settings, including healthcare transitions. Proposals for demonstration and dissemination projects (R18) are due by January 25 and large #research projects (R01) by February 5. Address health inequities persistent in healthcare delivery areas specific to your proposal. https://lnkd.in/d2zd-TU
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AHRQ is hiring! We’re looking for a Health Scientist Administrator capable of providing insight into a full range of programmatic activities related to health services research. Applications are due December 5. For more information on duties and responsibilities and how to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/3OXGALj
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#AHRQ is looking for qualified candidates to serve as Management and Program Analyst! In this role, qualified candidates will apply qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze and evaluate the administrative operations to determine efficiency and effectiveness and provide consultative services to senior level officials. Applications are due December 5. For more information on qualifications and job details, as well as to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/41hI8qx
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A webinar on Dec. 10 from noon to 1 p.m. ET will highlight strategies to reduce staff turnover and promote workforce safety in healthcare. Turnover among the frontline healthcare workforce continues to impact workforce stability and patient outcomes. The webinar, sponsored by the AHRQ-led National Action Alliance for Patient and Workforce Safety, will feature expert presentations on nurse turnover and its impact on #PatientCare, and evidence-based recommendations for creating environments that support retention and well-being. Register for the webinar, access tools and resources to improve care, review previous webinars and subscribe to the initiative’s newsletter. https://bit.ly/3JVNuy8
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Join us on December 10 from 1-2 pm ET for a free webcast from AHRQ’s Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) program on "How Patient Narratives Can Support Your Patient Experience Strategy.” Learn from three CAHPS experts as they share research insights and demonstrate how patient stories can help identify improvement opportunities in healthcare. Don't miss this chance to enhance your #patient experience strategy with actionable narratives! https://lnkd.in/eXMvFdaQ
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This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we honor the strength and resilience of individuals with disabilities. Promoting their rights and well-being is vital for building an inclusive society.
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