Webinar: Pediatric Pain Treatment and Telehealth: How New and Existing Telehealth Authorities Are Improving Pain Treatment for Kids
Wednesday, February 16
The COVID pandemic has resulted in many flexibilities to encourage the use of telehealth to treat the nation’s patients. While much attention has been given to the use of telehealth for the treatment of adults, and debate continues on which of these flexibilities will be made permanent, it is clear that telehealth has expanded important medical care for children. Not only are children returning to school but they also require care in a number of other environments and facilities, including camps, juvenile detention, and child care centers.
As we have seen in the adult population, the use of telehealth as an important pain management tool is becoming more clear in the pediatric population. Whether associated with chronic illnesses, sports injuries, or others, pediatric pain is challenging to treat and is frequently undertreated. The use of telehealth to remove barriers to pain treatment for younger people is now becoming more mainstream and a topic to which medical professionals and policymakers alike are paying more attention.
The Protecting Access to Pain Relief (PAPR) Coalition invites you to a webinar that will examine:
- Use of telehealth by pediatricians to help children with their pain;
- Combating barriers to use of telehealth in children-specific environments, including schools, camps, and the juvenile justice system;
- How HHS’ expansion of authorities related to telehealth in the COVID crisis has influenced the use of telehealth in the pediatric population;
- Additional strategies for ensuring access to pain management resources and information specific to children, where appropriate, as outlined by HHS and others;
- The power of coalitions, patient groups, and government entities in ensuring patients, parents, and caregivers have the resources they need to responsibly treat their pain.
Speakers
- Lonnie Zeltzer, MD, UCLA Emeritus Distinguished Professor of Pediatrics, Anesthesiology, Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences; Co-Director, Whole Child LA Pain Clinic; President, Creative Healing for Youth in Pain (CHYP)
- Johanna Young, Assistant Director of the Pediatric Pain Warrior Program, U.S. Pain Foundation; Parent, Pediatric Pain Patients
- Elizabeth Henry, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Co-Leader, Senate Telehealth Working Group
COVID-19 Resources
Webinar: Responsible Pain Management
During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Wednesday, July 29
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected how Americans receive their medical care. From delays in elective procedures to increased use of telemedicine. These changes to the healthcare system have significantly changed how patients, as well as their providers and caregivers, treat pain both responsibly and consistently.
As public health officials urge individuals across the nation to continue to engage in social distancing measures as part of the COVID-19 response, patients and caregivers must continue to follow their pain management plans, even when unable to see their health care provider in person.
The Protecting Access to Pain Relief (PAPR) Coalition invites you to a webinar that will examine:
- The challenges associated with pain management during the COVID-19 pandemic;
- What practical tools are available for vulnerable populations with chronic illnesses—including those with lower mobility and the elderly—to adequately and safely treat their pain; and
- Additional educational steps to ensure that all populations, including older Americans, are safely utilizing appropriate pain management while taking social distancing precautions.
Speakers
- Ellen Blackwell, Senior Advisor, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
- Nicole J. Brandt, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, BCPP, FASCP, Executive Director, The Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging
- Patricia D’Antonio, VP, Professional Affairs, The Gerontological Society of America
- Lindsay Clarke, VP, Health Education and Advocacy, Alliance for Aging Research
A short guidance document to help patients treat mild COVID-19 symptoms with over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Read full document here
Common Questions and Answers About COVID-19 for Older Adults and People with Chronic Health Conditions from the Alliance for Aging Research. Read full document here
From the Alliance for Aging Research, on staying safe at home during the COVID outbreak. Read full document here
Resources
The Alliance for Aging Research Resources
The Alliance for Aging Research has developed the following information on safe medicine use, storage, and unwanted medications disposal. These videos and other safety information is available on their website at www.agingresearch.org/SafeMeds
OTC Pain Medication: What You Need to Know
Tens of millions of Americans reach for over-the-counter (OTC) medications for relief of minor aches and pains. But just because they’re OTC doesn’t mean they’re harmless. And with more than 1,000 acetaminophen and NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) containing medications, choosing the right medication can seem overwhelming. This short film will guide viewers in choosing the medication that’s right for them or their loved one, and give tips on taking them safely.
Safely Taking and Storing OTC Pain Medication
After choosing an over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication, it’s important to take it and store it safely. This film gives tips on where to store meds, how to keep them Up and Away and Out of Sight of young children, how to prevent misuse, and what to do when they’re no longer needed.
Additional AAR Resources
Additional resources on safely choosing, taking, storing, and disposing of medications—including a quiz, useful links and other helpful short videos — are available at www.agingresearch.org/SafeMeds.
Additional Resources
When the PAPR Coalition identifies published research about issues within the Coalition’s mission originating from sources outside of Coalition’s membership, including the federal government, academic, industry, think tank, and expert consultants, we share such research here as resources for those visiting our site.
NSAID Pain Medication and Acute Kidney Injury
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly taken OTC to treat pain. However, these drugs can damage the kidneys, leading to acute kidney injury and compromising kidney transplants. Please watch this video developed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) explaining how NSAIDs can harm patients’ kidneys
APCO Report on OTC Acetaminophen Access
A new report by APCO Insight analyzes the role of acetaminophen in today’s changing health care landscape. The study finds that U.S. consumers believe acetaminophen is accessible, safe, and effective. It also uncovers that most adults think it is important for acetaminophen to remain over the counter and that millions of Americans across demographic groups report using it for appropriate symptom relief and pain management for regular self-care activities. You can review the full report, methodology, and topline data here