Archive for February, 2010
London to Open 1st Outside Exercise Area for Seniors
London’s aging baby boomers will soon get their own outdoor playground that will include low-impact exercise equipment that will help to improve their balance, flexibility and muscle tone. Learn more in this article written for The Associated Press and posted by Yahoo News.
“Not on My Watch”
Here is a very informative and helpful website called “Not on My Watch” which has been designed to educate patients and healthcare professionals about preventable hospital-related infections such as MRSA.
On Health Bill, G.O.P.’s Road is a New Map
This article from The New York Times reviews the different approaches to this nation’s healthcare policies which will be on display February 25th on national television by lawmakers of both political parties.
Census Count a Bit Tricky for Some
This article from Ohio’s The Oxford Press discusses how cautious Census Bureau workers must be in order to avoid counting people twice who live in “group quarters” such as nursing homes.
Color Trends in Healthcare Design and Designing for the Future
We have learned that nature design themes can help with the healing process. Will the holistic colors and designs that are being used now stand the test of time ? These topics are discussed in this article from Healthcare Design.
Healthcare’s Share of U.S. Economy Rose at Record Rate
Americans have spent 5.7 percent more for health services and medicine in 2009 than the year prior due to the recession. Read this blog from The New York Times to review the projections from a report by the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
The “Live to be 100″ Super Pill
Scientists have identified three genes that actually promote long healthy lives and prevent the diseases of aging. A super-drug is now being developed which could eliminate Alzheimer’s, Diabetes and Heart Disease. Read this article from the Daily Mail to review the research.
Environments for Aging 2010: March 21 - 23
Learn about this three day conference in which attendees and presenters will have the opportunity to explore and share new and innovative ideas for creating attractive and functional living spaces for the elderly. Click below to link to the Environments for Aging website.
Time Well Spent
Here is an article written by Randy Allison which helps to define the meaning of “Time Well Spent”.
All Work is a Learning Process
Have you ever thought about the number of lessons learned from past projects you have completed and their value ? This article from Healthcare Building Ideas discusses the importance of tracking and reviewing finished projects so that the “good aspects” can be repeated while the “mistakes” can be prevented on future jobs.
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