A lot of Americans suffer from chronic pain. This group includes many nursing home residents. Which is why some new developments on the pain front are encouraging.
Ignorance is never bliss online
By
Judah Gutwein
Jan 23, 2017
Some industries are slower to adapt than others and the healthcare industry is no exception.
Our new health secretary is making big plans, at your expense
By
John O'Connor
Feb 13, 2017
On Friday, Dr. Tom Price was sworn in as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Long-term care operators should cast a wary eye toward the new HHS boss for two reasons: Medicaid and...
Keeping workers healthy may harm your bottom line
By
John O'Connor
Jun 25, 2015
Long-term care operators are in the business of solving problems. They make problems disappear for residents, families and the government. And let’s not forget employees.
Why health data interoperability matters for long-term care
By
Sanjay Nathwani
Aug 15, 2016
Health data interoperability was the big topic of discussion at this year’s Health Information Management Systems Society’s annual meeting – and for good reason.
Healthcare reform law lays groundwork for new long-term care system
By
Dr. Bruce Chernof
Mar 31, 2010
The new healthcare reform law, with provisions such as the CLASS Act and community-based initiatives, will improve long-term care in the United States.
Understanding incident reporting
By
Betty Norman
Oct 28, 2015
An incident is generally defined as any happening that is not consistent with the routine care of a particular resident or an event that is not consistent with the routine operation of the organization.
Spring is here, nursing homes: Be prepared for unwanted pests
By
Ron Harrison, Ph.D.
Apr 27, 2009
As the weather improves, roaches, rodents and flies may appear as unwelcome residents in your long-term care facilities. This makes it a good time to implement an integrated pest management program.
Another way to capture ADLs
By
Stacy Darling
Nov 18, 2014
The conventional wisdom for improving Activities for Daily Living is to educate and re-educate and then educate again.
ASCP’s forward momentum propels into the fall
By
Frank L. Grosso, RPh
Oct 12, 2016
As pharmacists and medical professionals, there is a constant need to recognize change, to educate ourselves on the latest best practices, tools, and medications.