Novel 3-D PAINT pen could rewrite wound healing trajectories
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jul 10, 2023
A new 3-D pen uses a healing ink to deliver immune system fluids directly to cuts and wounds.
MRSA infection rates down in communities, healthcare settings, study finds
By
McKnight's Staff
Jul 06, 2012
Rates of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections are on the decline in both healthcare facilities and in community settings, a new study found.
Alzheimer’s test on the near horizon, researchers say
May 29, 2009
A clinical test that would allow physicians to detect Alzheimer’s disease in its earliest stages could be ready by the end of 2010, according to recent reports.
Hospitals step up pressure-ulcer efforts
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Haymarket Media
Sep 06, 2007
In an effort to prevent costly pressure ulcers and avoid non-payments, hospitals are embracing new care procedures – including some that nursing homes have long employed – the Wall Street Journal...
Respondents reported key challenges they face in their fight to reduce healthcare-associated infections in their facilities.
How to do it…Cleaning the bathing area
By
John Hall
Sep 06, 2019
Know what would trigger a deep cleaning. “From a cleaning perspective and when to give detail to proper cleaning, that is the challenge,” says Len Sears, director of sales at ProCare Medical. Nursing...
The heat is on: Reducing the dangers of hyperthermia for your residents
By
Martie Moore
Aug 04, 2014
He stumbled into the room, sweating and vomiting, and then he slipped to the floor. I was 8 years old and he was my brother.
Overlooked genes play a role in wound care healing: study
By
John O'Connor
Jun 01, 2013
Eight genes that have been overlooked in the past appear to play a role in the healing of pressure ulcers and other wounds, according to biologists from the University of California at San Diego.
Timing of wounds could impact healing
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Jan 08, 2018
Injuries sustained during the day likely heal faster than those that occur during the night due to human internal biological clocks
Rosacea patients likely will have higher risk of dementia
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 06, 2016
A Danish study found an increased risk of dementia, especially Alzheimer’s disease, in patients who have rosacea.