The fourth annual McKnight’s Fall Online Expo takes place next Thursday, Sept. 22, offering attendees three free CE credits. The three hour-long sessions begin at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.
Many seniors appear to be taking potentially inappropriate meds after being hospitalized
By
John O'Connor
May 03, 2020
Hospitalizations cause up to 60% of older patients to take medicines that may be potentially inappropriate, a team of researchers has found.
‘Scary’ SNF closure trend
Jan 05, 2020
Nebraska — The closure of more than a dozen nursing homes throughout the state of Nebraska in 2019 is causing an “economic ripple effect” on nearby towns, according to community members.
New countertop gives users a charge
By
Kimberly Marselas
Oct 16, 2019
The Intentek™ Wireless Charging Surface introduced this month by Formica® Laminate integrates charging coils that can wirelessly charge Qi Certified devices that are placed on top of them. Senior living...
ONE DAY TO GO: Payment, Quality, Tech info — and free CE credits — at tomorrow’s Fall Online...
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Sep 21, 2016
Providers will get a chance to learn from top long-term care experts and earn up to three free continuing education credits tomorrow at McKnight’s Fall Online Expo — all without leaving their home...
Some prostate cancer treatments may raise risk for dementia, investigators find
By
John O'Connor
Jul 08, 2019
Older prostate cancer patients receiving hormone-blocking treatments may face a heightened dementia risk, according to a federally-funded study.
New shower drain designed for wheelchairs
By
Elizabeth Newman
Apr 17, 2019
A new ProLine linear shower drain by QuickDrain USA can help designers create wet areas that allow wheelchair access and meet ADA compliance.
NeuroGym Technologies bought
Jul 17, 2018
Medline has purchased Canadian-based rehabilitation equipment maker NeuroGym Technologies, the company announced last week.
Rosetta Stone offers new training set for healthcare
By
Kimberly Marselas
Oct 01, 2019
Rosetta Stone Inc., known for its technology-based language learning solutions, has announced the release of a new language training program meant to help medical professionals better communicate with...
AR glasses released
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 27, 2019
Ocutrx Vision Technologies, LLC, which makes augmented reality glasses has announced a new state-of-the-art design for the company’s flagship Oculenz™ AR Wear glasses.