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Hospital to Home

 

The Hospital to Home (H2H) Initiative is a resource for hospitals and cardiovascular care providers committed to improving transitions from hospital to "home" and reduce their risk of federal penalties associated with high readmission rates.

Projects

Self-contained improvement projects that include a goal statement, success metrics, a tool kit, an assessment, and 3 webinars (evidence, tools, lessons learned) that provide participants with recommended strategies and tools to achieve small, attainable goals in their organization.

  • See You in 7

    The goal of the H2H SY7 Challenge is for all patients discharged with a diagnosis of HF/AMI to have a follow-up appointment scheduled/cardiac rehab referral made within 7 days of hospital discharge.

  • Mind Your Meds

    The goal of the H2H MM Challenge is for clinicians and patients discharged with a diagnosis of HF/MI to work together and ensure optimal medication management.

  • Signs and Symptoms

    The goal of the H2H S&S Challenge is to activate patients to recognize early warning signs and have a plan to address them.


News And Research

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    This year's influenza season has started early, with a surge in cases driven by a mutated H1N1 strain. According to CDC reports cited by Johns Hopkins experts, influenza hospitalizations in mid-October reached their highest early-season levels since 2010-2011. The new H1N1 variant exhibits partial immune escape, but the 2026 vaccine still generates antibodies that recognize it, offering protection. Influenza activity is rising, especially in the West and South, and ongoing surveillance is monitoring the spread and impact of the early flu wave. Infection Control Today (11/2) Learn More


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