Statin use is linked to fewer foot infections in new study
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 05, 2017
Prior therapy with atorvastatin considerably reduces the onset of diabetic foot infections and may be useful in preventing them, according to Iranian researchers.
SCOTUS grants provider win in arbitration clause dispute
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Jun 05, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court in May sided with a Kentucky nursing home in a case involving power of attorney and arbitration that could have wider implications for the profession.
Ulcers: closing the gaps
By
Julie Williamson
Jun 05, 2017
Lower-extremity diabetes wounds cost Medicare $9 billion annually —
and providers still have a lot to learn about them and their care
Guardian Pharmacy expands as market conditions change
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 05, 2017
If it seems as if Guardian Pharmacy Services is consistently adding locations, it’s because that’s what’s happening.
Class-action OK’d for lawsuit
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 05, 2017
The Arkansas Supreme Court has agreed with a circuit court that a wrongful death complaint claiming understaffing by a nursing home may proceed as a class-action lawsuit.
Earn some extra credit
By
John O'Connor
Jun 05, 2017
It wasn’t long ago that this sector described itself as high-touch, but not high-tech.
Zillion Health partners with Vidyo service
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 05, 2017
Zillion Health, which focuses on patient engagement, and Vidyo, a video collaboration technology company, recently announced a partnership geared to providing more telehealth options.
Senators search for Medicaid agreement
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 05, 2017
Senators sought middle ground in May over an Obamacare replacement bill and its ability to expand and fund Medicaid.
Design Decisions: Atrium Post Acute Care
By
John Andrews
Jun 05, 2017
Converting a golf course property into a full-scale post-acute care
center fulfilled a need in the community while preserving area history.
Saved by the bad apples
By
Gary Tetz
Jun 05, 2017
Personal phone technology is creating headaches for long-term care facilities, as a few dumb staff with the judgment and moral clarity of hamsters continue to ruin it for the rest of us.