Clinical Key Toolkit for September 2023

  What is happening on Clinical Key this month? 

Clinical Key is available to UHNM staff via NHS OpenAthens login.

September  – World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and with this comes the reminder that the number of those living with the disease is rising. As researchers continue to look for answers, ClinicalKey is there to support every step of the way. Find out how ClinicalKey can inform you on the latest on Alzheimer research: Alzheimer - ClinicalKey Search

 

September 4^th to 10^th – Know your number Week

Know Your Number Week brings awareness to the importance of being mindful of your blood pressure, and to highlight the support you may need. Many living with high blood pressure may not be aware, making the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes higher.

Find out what to look out for when checking your ‘Number’ this week with the following Clinical Overview: Hypertension, Screening and Prevention - ClinicalKey

 

September 10^th– Suicide Prevention Day

Suicide prevention within the healthcare setting is important, and being aware of possible styles of intervention may be key to protecting vulnerable individuals. Take a look at these articles:

• How to care for someone displaying symptoms
• How to assess and intervene

September 12^th to 17^th – Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week

Rheumatoid Arthritis affects around 400,000 people in the UK (NHS, 2023). This awareness week is focused on eliminating misconceptions through education – and empowering those living with RA with information and support.

Find out more about Rheumatoid Arthritis here: Rheumatoid Arthritis - ClinicalKey

 

September 17^th  –  Patient Safety Day

Patient Safety is the cornerstone to ensuring positive and safe healthcare administration and support for all human beings. Today brings patient safety to the spotlight and highlights the continued need for improvement and eliminating patient harm worldwide.

Feel free to access the Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety on your ClinicalKey account.

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