Fighting Zika and other mosquito-transmitted illnesses
By
Ron Harrison, Ph.D.
May 30, 2016
In addition to Zika, mosquitoes are known carriers of several diseases like the West Nile and Chikungunya viruses.
Managing financial burdens in LTC
By
Tom West
Aug 28, 2015
The costs of long-term care needs are skyrocketing and threaten the retirement and quality of life of millions of Americans, particularly during what is meant to be their “golden years.” It makes sense...
The cultural symbols of an engaging workplace
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
Dec 05, 2016
When leaders recognize a “disconnect” between organizational values and visible symbols, they can make changes that align symbols with values.
How consolidation and change challenge LTC
By
Shawn McLaughlin
Glenn Day
Feb 21, 2019
As we wrap up February, it’s clear consolidation and the underlying change it portends are continuing to exert a huge influence on every aspect of the healthcare field. For the long-term care and...
If walls could talk
By
Jessica Green
Dec 21, 2020
Long-term care communities have been on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic from the beginning, and they have the most at stake in finding ways to detect a case — or an outbreak — immediately,...
Developing a better understanding of incontinence
By
Cheryl Williams
Aug 09, 2018
Due to the sensitive nature of this condition, there is a high potential for sufferers to experience emotional and physical discomfort, along with stress brought on by the expense of managing incontinence...
How to encourage use of courtyards
By
Michael Hass
Jan 25, 2016
First, courtyards can be, but usually aren’t, about lovely landscaping.
Measuring and improving healthcare quality, safety and performance remain constants
By
Andy Weissberg
Aug 02, 2017
Many skilled nursing and long-term care providers face uncertainty stemming from the heated debates over repeal of the Affordable Care Act and the fate of the Better Care Reconciliation Act.
Use thermal disinfection for hygienically clean laundry
By
Paulo Rocha
Apr 08, 2021
It’s no surprise the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for hygienic best practices around the globe. With senior citizens being one of the most at-risk populations, it is vital for long-term...
Good practices keep out ‘bad actors’
By
Kevin Neudecker
Nov 10, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, long-term care facilities must keep the ill and elderly safe even as their resources are stretched and staff turnover increases. With each new hire, there is a chance...