It’s not revolutionary to see long-term care come up in a feature film, from “Away from Her” to “The Savages.” But it’s brave to incorporate it into a comedy, especially...
McKnight’s wins three Azbee regional awards
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 20, 2015
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News received three regional awards at the American Society of Business Publication Editors (Azbee) Upper Midwest awards luncheon, held Friday in Rosemont, IL.
Providers may harbor bias towards LGBT population: study
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Elizabeth Newman
Jul 20, 2015
Healthcare workers may be biased regarding the sexual orientation of their patients, according to results of the first study to examine the issue.
Into the woods
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 13, 2015
I might not be the best advertising for it, but a new study confirms what I have suspected in my gut — nature is good for you. And that definitely includes seniors.
NorthStar adding 15 CCRCs: Portfolio now tops $2 billion
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Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
NorthStar Healthcare Income Inc. closed on a $639.3 million portfolio of continuing care retirement communities in mid-June.
Largest SNF settlement payment: $17M
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
A Florida skilled nursing facility chain will pay $17 million to settle Medicare fraud allegations, the largest amount ever paid, according to the Department of Justice.
McKnight’s wins Apex ‘Grand’
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News has been recognized for its print magazine, columns and “McKnight’s Daily Editors’ Notes” in the 2015 APEX Awards for Publication Excellence...
Flu vaccine tweaks aim at more protection
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
The flu vaccination for the upcoming season is being tweaked for broader protection, due to last year’s inconsistent coverage of influenza strains, U.S. health officials announced in June.
3-day rule waiver in new ACO rule; LTC to take on more risk
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
Federal regulators have upped the ante for providers taking part in an accountable care organization model, with potentially more money going into long-term care.
Profile: Tammy Barker
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 06, 2015
As Tammy Barker, RN, has climbed through the ranks in long-term care nursing, there have been literal obstacles.