Tanita’s PW-630U wheelchair scale is designed to make it easy for residents to get on the scale and be stable. The durable, portable unit is equipped with wheels, allowing caregivers to bring the...
Tech toys
Jan 30, 2008
The nation’s top lawmakers are learning more about new monitoring, personal health record and brain fitness technologies for seniors during a special briefing and demonstration today.Senators from...
Pain-relief patch available
Jan 30, 2008
Alpharma has announced the availability of the Fletcor Patch. The adhesive patch delivers medication directly to the pain site, offering a safe and effective alternative to widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory...
Pricing program
Jan 30, 2008
The American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES) and the Association for Linen Management (ALM) announced a pricing program for the benefit of members in both organizations. According...
Alzheimer’s setback
Jan 30, 2008
Amyloid inhibitors, once considered the secret to preventing Alzheimer’s, have been found to be ineffective in the treatment or prevention of the disease, a new study has found. According to senior...
Manor Care sale completed
Jan 02, 2008
Following weeks of delay, The Carlyle Group, a global private equity firm, completed the sale of Manor Care Inc. for $6.3 billion, including debt.
Thomas Slemmer, AAHSA Board Chairman: Modesty’s his policy
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2007
Don’t expect much fanfare when Thomas Slemmer ascends to the chairman’s post for the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging. He is not one to revel in the spotlight.