Archive for December, 2009
Feds Examine Sanctions Against Sub-Standard Nursing Homes
This article from Spectrum Online discusses the Government Accountability Office Report which analyzes the use of government sanctions to be placed on nursing homes whose negligent practices are found to be harming residents. Click below to learn more about this report.
Two Drugs that slow MRSA’s Resistance to Treatment Identified
Read this article from McKnight’s Long-Term Care News to learn about the discovery made by researchers at Oregon State University who have identified two antibiotics that are less likely to cause future antibiotic resistance in community-associated strains of MRSA.
Assisted Living: Back to the Future
This article from The New York Times discusses the many assisted living facilities that are converted residential homes that can be found in small neighborhoods. Click below to learn about the advantages to these types of senior care homes.
These Elves Spread Joy to Seniors all Year Around
Here is a story of a group of gals in California that are bringing much joy to seniors at assisted living facilities by dressing up at holiday seasons and singing to the residents. Read about this inspiring group in this article from vcstar.com.
Coping with loss during the Holidays
The holidays is a joyous time of year, with happy memories and celebrating faith. It can also be a difficult time if you have lost a loved one. Here are some helpful tips from Wicked Local to help you better cope with your loss during this holiday season. We at Basic American Medical would like to [...]
Health Bill Passes Key Test in the Senate
This article from The New York Times discusses the vote made on Monday in Washington, after a weekend blizzard, which now results in the Democrats holding their rank on the health care bill. Click below for full story.
Heart Disease to Cost U.S. $503 Billion in 2010
This story from ABC News Health informs us that cardiovascular disease and stroke will cost this country an estimated $503.2 billion in 2010. According to the American Heart Association, many of these cases could have been prevented. Click below for full story.
School wants Students to put Service First
Read this story from News Leader of Central Shenandoah Valley to find out how a Stauton, VA school is driving home the idea of service before self through brightening up the lives of seniors.
Caregiver Qualities Influence Client Behavior
A Patient with Alzheimer’s will respond to your mood, voice tone and body language. Discover more helpful therapy methods in this article from Suite 101.
Senate Democrats Split on Prescription Drug Imports
This article from NPR discusses the controversy over a proposed amendment to allow pharmacies and wholesalers to import lower-cost drugs. What about the safety issues ?
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