In recognition of Handwashing Awareness Week, taking place in the first week of December each year, nursing home staff must understand that proper hand hygiene […]
Diabetes affects millions of people in the United States alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 100 million U.S.
The Growing Problem of Diabetes Care in Nursing HomesRead More
Among the many issues nursing home facilities face, epilepsy and seizures in patients are of particular concern. These dangerous medical conditions can be a warning
Epilepsy and Seizures are on the Rise in Nursing HomesRead More
In the United States, one in every three seniors dies with dementia, a collective term for cognitive losses including Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s
What Long-Term Care Facilities Need to Consider When Caring for Those With DementiaRead More
In the United States, it is estimated that there are over 15,000 nursing homes and long-term care facilities in operation. As of 2014, when statistics
Nursing homes are committed to providing their residents with compassionate care and safe living conditions. These facilities have a duty to their residents, and most
As Americans age, the chance of undergoing surgery at some point after the age of 65 rises dramatically. In the U.S. alone, over 15 million
New Study Reveals the Greater Risks of Surgery for Nursing Home ResidentsRead More
Nursing homes and skilled care facilities have a duty to provide their patients with safe, cost-effective care. While there are many methods by which these
Immunizations: An Important Line of Defense in Nursing HomesRead More
Residents of nursing homes face many unique challenges. This is a vulnerable population, particularly in regards to health concerns. Caregivers at nursing homes and assisted
In the United States, over one million people aged 65 or over identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or trans (LGBT). As this population grows older,
Failure to Provide LGBT Care: A Rising Cause of Nursing Home ClaimsRead More
