In February, we immerse ourselves in the warmth of love while also dedicating this time to recognizing the vital element that keeps us thriving – our heart. Maintaining a healthy heart is the best way we can show up for ourselves and others, especially during American...
Amputee Coalition’s Public Comment on the ACS and Puerto Rico Community Survey Questionnaire Change
In response to the proposed changes assessing disability status, the Amputee Coalition submitted a comment letter to the U.S. Census Bureau requesting the agency reconsider transitioning from the American Community Survey (ACS) to the Washington Group Short Set (WGSS)...
Sepsis Alliance Releases New Report on the Risks of Superbugs and the Next Pandemic
Sepsis Alliance is pleased to release a new survey report: The Healthcare C-Suite AMR Market Report: What Executives Think About Rising Risks of Superbugs and the Next Pandemic. The new research in this report, which was conducted by healthcare consultancy Sage Growth...
Amputee Coalition Signs on to CCD’s Letter Regarding Nurse Staffing Standards
The Amputee Coalition recently signed on to the Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities’ (CCD) comment letter on the proposed rule to establish nurse staffing standards for long-term care facilities. Having well-staffed facilities and a supported workforce is...
The Amputee Coalition Supports Voices for Non-Opioid Choices’ Letter
Opioid addiction is prevalent in the United States and has claimed the lives of many Americans. In response to this, the Amputee Coalition has signed on to Voices for Non-Opioid Choices’ letter in support of alternative therapies for veterans. The letter urges the VA...
National Diabetes Month: Preventing Limb Loss Through Diabetes Management
With diabetes being the leading cause of limb loss in the United States, diabetes prevention and management are especially important to the Amputee Coalition. National Diabetes Month is every November and focuses on raising awareness of this public health issue while...
Try These 6 Strategies to Improve Your Emotional Health
Our emotional health is something we regularly need to take inventory of and make changes in our lives to improve. As we observe Emotional Wellness Month in October, we recognize that limb loss or limb difference is only part of your story. According to the National...
Stop an Infection Before it Starts
Since 1986, International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) has drawn annual attention to the importance of infection prevention from October 15-21. This year’s theme is ‘Celebrating the Fundamentals of Infection Prevention’, and the Amputee Coalition wants to...
We Want to Hear from You on the Topic of Telehealth
By Dante’ Daniel, Public Policy Manager I hope our AC Community is doing well! I am penning this blog just as an opportunity to reflect. I am just asking for 2 – 3 minutes of your time to think about the following questions and how you’ve experienced it in your own...
Medicare Open Enrollment Begins October 15
Open enrollment is almost here, are you prepared? The 2024 Medicare open enrollment period begins this Sunday, October 15 and ends Thursday, December 7. During open enrollment everyone with Medicare has the opportunity to make changes to their prescription drug plans...