And now, some important reminders from a 94-year-old
By
John O'Connor
Jan 24, 2014
Conventional wisdom can be a reassuring thing. Especially when it reinforces our suspicions. But it has a fatal flaw: Sometimes it can be flat-out wrong. Consider 94-year-old Olga Kotelko.
Drugs, the lottery and your company’s future
By
John O'Connor
Apr 09, 2012
Having recently plunked down a $120 co-pay for medicine that was a far cry from designer caliber, I can relate to people who believe drugs are too expensive.
Worms may reveal insights into wound healing response
By
John O'Connor
Jan 03, 2012
California researchers may have found an unlikely key to unlocking the secrets of wound healing in humans: the roundworm.
Fire, rain and the elephant on the 40th floor
By
John O'Connor
Nov 27, 2017
You never know when freak storms or unexpected fires might strike. But you can be sure that if and when one does, angry people will line up to demand that you be held more accountable.
It’s a struggle to survive in long-term care, and maybe that’s a good thing
By
John O'Connor
May 03, 2013
We live in a nation that worships people associated with success. We tend to name buildings, highways and even states after such high-level achievers. Perhaps rightfully so. They are the few who show the...
New skin-healing findings may benefit LTC residents
By
John O'Connor
Mar 02, 2013
French researchers recently identified the cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in maintaining skin cells and skin healing in advanced years. The discovery could lead to new innovations in wound...
SNFs enjoy more fruits from Trump’s labors
By
John O'Connor
May 06, 2019
When I began covering this field nearly three decades ago, administrators were more afraid of employee unionization than just about anything else. But times have changed.
A PDPM tool that’s flying under the radar
By
John O'Connor
Feb 19, 2019
We are hearing much these days about the government’s plan to adjust Medicare payments. But not much is being said about a helpful resource that could spell the difference between success and failure.
Alzheimer’s drug maker sends a different message in the courtroom
By
John O'Connor
May 08, 2015
It’s almost impossible to turn on the tube these days without seeing an ad from a drug company. The typical scenario goes something like this: Person with a disease or problem is all smiles, thanks...
Best is yet to come? Don’t tell that to providers
By
John O'Connor
Nov 09, 2012
When he gave his acceptance speech Tuesday night, President Obama told the nation that “the best is yet to come.” Many long-term care operators may not be in full agreement.