Archive for April, 2009
Nursing Home Residents Go for the Gold !
The annual Geri Olympics will be held on Friday April 24, 2009 in West Virginia at the South Charleston Community and Recreation Center. This event has 150 athletes and 16 nursing homes scheduled to participate. Read this inspiring article from The West Virginia State Journal.
What is MRSA ?
Methicillan-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus is a “SuperBug” that must be fought with much stronger antibiotics than penicillin. This type of infection occurs in hospitals and nursing homes. Read this article from Health Plana Blog Spot - Take Care of Your Health to learn about how MRSA is transmitted, the symptoms, and the risk factors.
Gardening Proves to be the Wonder Drug
The power of plants ! Gardening helps people recover from stress and makes them feel more optimistic. Growing, nurturing, and harvesting plants can be a great therapy for seniors in a long-term care facility. Read this article from Semiahmoo Animal League Inc. to learn more.
Wisconsin Nursing Homes to Join National Project
One hundred Wisconsin nursing homes will be chosen to participate in a federal funded project designed to reduce Medicare costs and improve the care of residents. This article from The Business Journal of Milwaukee.
Software for Personal Diabetes Care
Here is a software program that enables individuals with diabetes and their care providers to monitor glucose levels across the Internet. Read about this helpful tool from Blog Long-Term Care.
Family Caregivers Communication Class: The Language of Dementia Part 3
Here is part 3 of the 3 part series of helpful lessons on learning the language of dementia. Through this series that we have posted from Tender Loving Eldercare we can learn how to better communicate and understand a dementia patient.
FDA amends Opioid action warning
The Food and Drug Administration has allowed the 20 milligram dosage form of morphine sulfate oral solution to remain on the market until an approved alternative becomes available. This article from McKnight’s Long-Term Care News.
What is Compassion Fatigue ?
This condition is common among many doctors, nurses and healthcare workers. Having to deal with many difficult and emotionally charged situations can lead to irritability and anxiety. Read this article from McKnight’s Long-Term Care News to learn more about this condition.
Week in Review: April 17, 2009
We at Basic American Comfort would like to bring to you a round-up of some of the most interesting news for long-term care this week.
College Students Entertain at Local Nursing Home
Indiana State University Students preformed songs for a local nursing home. These types of activities bring such great joy and laughter to residents in a long-term care facility. You can watch the fun video and read the full article from The Indiana Statesmen.
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