Fruits, vegetables and grains that are unaltered or in their most natural state, with minimal processing and preservatives, are staples of a nutritious diet.
Understanding tinnitus in residents
By
Lauren Conte
Dec 08, 2017
Roughly 20 million people struggle with chronic tinnitus, while 2 million have extreme and debilitating cases.
Birds: An underestimated and potentially deadly pest
By
Kim Lewis
Aug 26, 2016
When people think of birds, they often conjure pleasant mental images like the first day of spring or a songbird chirping in the morning.
5 pitfalls to avoid in automating resident communications
By
Sean McCarthy
Aug 17, 2016
As the population ages and millions of Americans seek long-term care, it’s important to automate routine tasks to free up staff to provide personalized assistance.
Gratitude and good cheer are good business
By
Kathy Laurenhue
Mar 13, 2015
Humor is not just about laughter. Humor is about being in “good humor” – about cheerfulness, enjoyment, pleasure, playfulness, and creativity. In that broad context, you can alter the...
What’s the healthiest faucet for hand washing?
By
Michael Chotiner
Jan 14, 2015
Since “touchless” faucets became widely available in the late 1980s, they were believed to be an effective tool for combating the spread of infections. But a 2011 study published by Johns Hopkins...
How to pick, and get the most out of, a readmissions risk and needs assessment tool
By
Cheri Bankston
Feb 01, 2017
Imagine two patients, both discharged to their home after being treated at a hospital.
A salute to an LTC legend
By
Jack York
Feb 10, 2017
Join me as we raise a verbal toast to Mr. John Derr.