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Researchers link chromosomal abnormalities with aging and increased cancer risk
Researchers in two consortia-led studies suspect that structural abnormalities in chromosomes are a function of aging and likely…
News Read MoreAlzheimer’s drug trial seeks answers among genetically predisposed population
Although genetics has been linked to only one form of early-onset Alzheimer’s diseaseand accounts for only a small…
News Read MoreRisky business
Risk management has become an important aspect of day-to-day nursing home administration and patient care in today’s litigious…
Trends Read MorePSS exits skilled nursing home sector in restructuring plan
Dissatisfied with performance that resulted in earnings below estimates for fiscal year 2012 , Jacksonville, Fla.-based PSS World…
News Read MoreOmnicare to pay $50M for improper distribution of controlled substances to LTC residents
Charged with illegally dispensing painkillers without the proper prescriptions or authorizations required by the Controlled Substance Act, Covington,…
News Read MoreRestorative nursing: It takes a facility
In 2010, my administrator was staring at our most recent three-month FQIP (Facility Quality Measure/Indicator Report) report, when…
Projects Read MoreNew national plan focuses on Alzheimer’s prevention and treatment
Last year, the National Alzheimer’s Project Act called for a national plan to find a effective treatments for…
News Read MoreA safe patient handling program pays off
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, healthcare workers who lift and help move patients consistently report the…
Projects Read MoreThe stone removal’s aftermath
The 9 mm kidney stone which has plagued me since January was blown to bits by a laser…
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