Embedded sensors in briefs improve detection of UTIs
By
Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
Researchers have figured out a way to embed an autonomous sensor device in adult briefs to better detect urinary tract infections.
New surgical decision aid
By
Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
A new program from the American College of Surgeons seeks to improve seniors’ health outcomes. The Geriatric Surgery Verification Program includes 30 standards to help patients make better healthcare...
Meet Shamim Wu, Rising Star honoree
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
It was at Shamim Wu’s first job as the admissions director at Royal Care Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center that she developed a passion for serving seniors and their families.
SeniorWell expands to new states
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
SeniorWell, a mobile healthcare company delivering podiatry, optometry, dentistry and audiology services to senior living communities, recently announced its expansion into Iowa and Virginia.
Real Time partners with Creative Solutions
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Real Time Medical Systems is partnering with Creative Solutions in Healthcare, a Texas-based care provider for seniors. The combination will expand Real Time’s coordinated care efforts to Creative Solutions...
Meet Elizabeth Straus, Hall of Honor inductee
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Elizabeth “Lizzy” Straus has strong roots in philanthropy. Growing up, she often volunteered in her family’s senior care business.
Survey reveals importance of electronic referrals
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Electronic referrals are a high priority with 70% of home health and hospice organizations reporting an increase in requests for referral data to be sent electronically over the past one to two years,...
Meet Kristy Ruppe Craddock, Rising Star honoree
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 29, 2019
Kristy Ruppe Craddock’s experience in senior living goes back to when she was a child.
Meet Jennifer Maina, Rising Star honoree
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 26, 2019
Jennifer Maina’s successes began early. At her first nursing job in Buffalo, NY, she was promoted from LPN to charge nurse within the first year.
After progress, former SFF facility may be headed for strike
By
Mallory Hackett
Jul 24, 2019
Employees at a former Special Focus Facility nursing home in New Jersey could be headed for a strike after five months of failed contract negotiations with new management.