Thieves hold nursing home employees at gunpoint, steal drugs
By
Marty Stempniak
Apr 26, 2019
Employees at one Alabama nursing home received a rude awakening early Wednesday when they were held at gunpoint by two masked intruders.
Researchers’ book offers evidence-based approaches to improving care at long-term care facilities
Sep 29, 2010
A new book available this month from researchers at the University of Central Florida aims to help long-term care facilities improve quality and efficiency.
Texas officials admit problems in resident evacuation plans during Rita
By
Haymarket Media
Oct 03, 2005
Another lesson from this hurricane season: Better plans are needed to ensure the safety of elderly nursing home residents during a disaster and evacuation.
4-in-1 flu vaccine to provide lifelong coverage?
By
Nov 03, 2017
New research shows a vaccine combining genes from four strains of influenza may one day prevail as a universal flu shot.
Lancaster Pollard acquired, will join RED and Boston Financial
Sep 13, 2017
ORIX USA acquired Lancaster Pollard on Tuesday (Sept. 12) the companies announced this week.
Firm grasp of devices, documents urged
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 01, 2014
Providers trying to improve pressure ulcer rates should examine equipment and documentation processes, an expert said at the LeadingAge Illinois conference in May.
Sex not an independent risk factor for stroke mortality
By
Amy Novotney
Jan 20, 2021
Although several studies have suggested that women are disproportionately affected by stroke and may have poorer stroke outcomes, a new analysis shows no disparity in stroke outcomes base solely on sex.
McKnight’s Online Expo starts this morning!
By
Kimberly Marselas
Mar 14, 2018
Today marks the beginning of the 2018 McKnight’s Online Expo, a free opportunity to hear from leading experts on regulatory and payment changes, wound care and other hot topics.
Stroke survivors gain better walking skills, balance with high-intensity rehab
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 22, 2019
High-intensity step training leads to better mobility for stroke survivors than standard low-impact training, new research has shown.
Improved fall monitoring system to debut
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 08, 2018
A new system for preventing falls is coming this month from a long-time industry veteran.