McKnight’s Product Buzz seeks new product releases
Jul 12, 2011
McKnight’s Product Buzz selects the top product-related developments for our weekly e-newsletter. This allows our readers to stay informed about new developments in this field. We invite firms involved...
Senators demand a fuller accounting from GPOs
Aug 18, 2009
In recent years, nursing homes and other healthcare providers have turned increasingly to group purchasing organizations to improve their purchasing capabilities. But these organizations are facing growing...
Burgess Square Healthcare Center chooses nurse call system
Aug 01, 2018
Burgess Square Healthcare Center in Westmont, IL, has chosen to install the Jeron Electronic Systems Provider® 790 Nurse Call System, the company said.
Cup pill crusher features ergonomic handle
Sep 07, 2016
Maxpert Medical has introduced the MAXCRUSH M200 Cup Pill Crusher, a cup pill crusher featuring an ergonomic handle design.
Latest edition of pressure ulcer pocket guide now available
Oct 24, 2012
The third edition of the Pocket Guide to Pressure Ulcers is now available, according to NJHA Healthcare Business Solutions.
Shoe insert senses foot numbness that can precede diabetic ulcers
Aug 22, 2012
Orpyx Medical Technologies is developing a wireless shoe insert that will help people with diabetes manage peripheral nerve damage and hopefully prevent diabetic foot ulcers.
Covidien recently announced the discontinuation of its non-sterile alcohol prep pad product line sold under the brand names Webcol and Curity. The change takes effect in February. “In an effort to...
Mobile apps to play larger role in monitoring chronic care: report
Dec 28, 2010
In the year ahead, 14% of adults will use a mobile health app to manage chronic conditions and other health-related matters, according to a report from IDC. The prediction follows a recent Pew survey that...
A strong affiliation
Jul 08, 2008
Marketers are on pace to to spend more than $2 billion on affiliate marketing this year, according to JupiterResearch. That marks a 15% increase from a year ago. Affiliate marketing’s growth has...
Augustana Care announces new partnership
Apr 01, 2014
Augustana Care has announced a partnership with Lifesprk to form an Augustana Care Connections pilot program. The program is a free service for people discharged from short-term rehabilitation to have...