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Tag: Nursing Homes

Dementia, Seniors

Assisted Living’s Breakneck Growth Leaves Patient Safety Behind

December 18, 2018

Dementia care is the fastest-growing segment of assisted living. But facilities across the country are straining to deliver on their promises of attentive care

Disaster Response, Seniors

Trying To Protect Seniors, The Most Vulnerable, From Formidable Foe Florence

September 13, 2018

With Hurricane Florence predicted to slam the North Carolina coast Friday, health officials are already scrambling to keep older residents safe.

Seniors

Avoidable Sepsis Infections Send Thousands Of Seniors To Gruesome Deaths

September 6, 2018

Nursing homes around the country are failing to prevent infections that can lead to sepsis.

Seniors

When choosing a nursing home, check the clothing and laundry

August 15, 2018

Well-dressed residents, well-staffed homes – a researcher has found.

Health News

Most nursing homes not adequately staffed, report

July 13, 2018

Nursing home staffing dips far below average on some days and consistently plummets on weekends.

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Swiss Cheese has holes but . . .

Ventilation is key

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