In one of the sadder coincidences of my life, news of an FDA-approved cartilage implant made me more excited than it would have a year ago. That’s because this particular synthetic cartilage implant...
New test shows emotional memory; possible detection of Alzheimer’s risk
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 27, 2016
Older adults who tend to remember positive information often do worse on memory tests, a new study has found.
How to not plagiarize — and why it matters in your job
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 20, 2016
If there’s a teachable moment in the brouhaha of Melania Trump’s speech Monday (for those who managed to miss it, chunks appear to have been cribbed from Michelle Obama’s 2008 speech),...
Stay home when sick, and go on vacation already
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 15, 2016
Far too many of the US workforce, especially in areas such as healthcare and the service industry, have little to no paid vacation time or sick leave.
Mindoula Health acquires Care at Hand
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 04, 2016
Mindoula Health, a case management company focused on behavioral health, has bought Care at Hand.
Latest medication disposal system is created by nurse
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 04, 2016
Kitty litter and coffee grounds are among the undesirable materials many long-term care nurses employ to destroy expired or unused medications. Nurse Sherry Day said she knew there had to be a better way.
Profile: Jay Zimmer
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 04, 2016
Ask The Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living CEO Jay Zimmer about his hobbies, and he’ll mention he’s been a long-time runner who also enjoys hiking and cycling.
Mobility focus lifts function
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 04, 2016
In-hospital mobility programs led seniors to have significantly higher ability to move around following discharge, a new study has found.
Overtime regs raise concern
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 04, 2016
In less than six months, providers could face paying a lot more overtime wages, thanks to a new government rule.
Patient identifier systems need to move beyond the name game
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 01, 2016
When I became engaged to my wonderful husband, I spent a fair amount of time debating what to do with my last name. There were philosophical discussions around feminism, identity and what it means to be...