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Health unit appoints new medical officer ...
The Northwestern Heath Unit?s board of health announced yesterday afternoon it has appointed Dr. James Arthurs as acting medical officer of health (MoH). The board also has applied to the minister of health and long-term care for Dr. Arthurs to be appointed as the health unit?s permanent MoH. ?The board is very pleased that we filled the position with Dr. James Arthurs,? said board chair ...
The Northwestern Heath Unit?s board of health announced yesterday afternoon it has appointed Dr. James Arthurs as acting medical officer of health (MoH). The board also has applied to the minister of health and long-term care for Dr. Arthurs to be appointed as the health unit?s permanent MoH. ?The board is very pleased that we filled the position with Dr. James Arthurs,? said board chair ...
nee: Jackson) ...
Passed away peacefully, after suffering a stroke at Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home on Friday, January 2009 in her 88th year.
Passed away peacefully, after suffering a stroke at Wellington Terrace Long Term Care Home on Friday, January 2009 in her 88th year.
Muskeg Lake Pilot Project Supports First Nations Long-term Care Needs ...
An innovative pilot project on the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation north of Saskatoon will provide better access to culturally-sensitive long-term care for First Nations seniors.
An innovative pilot project on the Muskeg Lake Cree Nation north of Saskatoon will provide better access to culturally-sensitive long-term care for First Nations seniors.
Long-Term Care Industry Braces for Implementation of MDS 3.0: HCPro Responds...
The results of a recent survey on major overhaul of ltc processes for 2009.
The results of a recent survey on major overhaul of ltc processes for 2009.
Texas Managed Care Program Continues Amid Complaints From Beneficiaries ...
The Dallas Morning News on Sunday examined how Evercare of Texas -- contracted to coordinate medical and long-term care for more than 80,000 elderly, disabled or blind state residents -- continues to receive state support despite being fined millions of dollars by the state and garnering complaints from many beneficiaries and advocates.
The Dallas Morning News on Sunday examined how Evercare of Texas -- contracted to coordinate medical and long-term care for more than 80,000 elderly, disabled or blind state residents -- continues to receive state support despite being fined millions of dollars by the state and garnering complaints from many beneficiaries and advocates.
State takes over Salisbury Township insurer ...
Claims for long-term care still being paid The state has taken control of a Salisbury Township-based long-term care insurer that's been facing severe business problems.
Claims for long-term care still being paid The state has taken control of a Salisbury Township-based long-term care insurer that's been facing severe business problems.
Partnership project aims to promote long-term health & improve social care ...
A partnership between University of Sheffield , DigiTV, Tunstall, Fold Housing Association and Housing 21aims to deliver an innovative research project to develop a Virtual Extra Care Service (VIRTEx) within local communities.
A partnership between University of Sheffield , DigiTV, Tunstall, Fold Housing Association and Housing 21aims to deliver an innovative research project to develop a Virtual Extra Care Service (VIRTEx) within local communities.
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NHC Announces Expansion of South Carolina Hospice Operations ...
MURFREESBORO, Tenn.----National HealthCare Corporation , one of the nation?s leading operators of long-term health care and assisted living facilities, announced today the addition of five hospice locations in South Carolina.
MURFREESBORO, Tenn.----National HealthCare Corporation , one of the nation?s leading operators of long-term health care and assisted living facilities, announced today the addition of five hospice locations in South Carolina.
Short term gain may be long term pain ...
Washington bureaucrats have a reputation for being able to spend taxpayer money real fast. But, believe it or not, spending it fast enough is one of the biggest tasks President-elect Barack Obama's team faces in putting together an economic recovery measure.
Washington bureaucrats have a reputation for being able to spend taxpayer money real fast. But, believe it or not, spending it fast enough is one of the biggest tasks President-elect Barack Obama's team faces in putting together an economic recovery measure.
Ash buys Delta Financial ...
Ash Brokerage Corp. on Monday announced its acquisition of Delta Financial Associates Inc., one of the nation's largest independent distributors of long- term care and linked benefit insurance.
Ash Brokerage Corp. on Monday announced its acquisition of Delta Financial Associates Inc., one of the nation's largest independent distributors of long- term care and linked benefit insurance.
Former day-care provider sentenced for severely injuring infant ...
GAYLORD, Minn. ? A former Henderson day-care provider has been sentenced to a 41-month prison term for severely injuring a child in her care.
GAYLORD, Minn. ? A former Henderson day-care provider has been sentenced to a 41-month prison term for severely injuring a child in her care.
Frontier Pilots Ratify Long-Term Agreement ...
Pilots overwhelmingly approve wage, benefit concessions Members of the Frontier Airline Pilots Association (FAPA) have ratified a long-term labor agreement with the airline. The agreement will extend certain wage and benefit concessions through December 2011. Nearly 85 percent of votes cast were in favor of ratification. Of the 454 votes cast, 384 voted yes, only 70 voted no.
Pilots overwhelmingly approve wage, benefit concessions Members of the Frontier Airline Pilots Association (FAPA) have ratified a long-term labor agreement with the airline. The agreement will extend certain wage and benefit concessions through December 2011. Nearly 85 percent of votes cast were in favor of ratification. Of the 454 votes cast, 384 voted yes, only 70 voted no.
Bayer Diabetes Care launches new blood sugar control monitoring system ...
Bayer Diabetes Care introduced A1CNow+, it's innovative, portable, hand-held, meter-based, monitoring system for in-office measurement of A1C (HbA1c) or glycated haemoglobin - an important indicator of long-term blood sugar control.
Bayer Diabetes Care introduced A1CNow+, it's innovative, portable, hand-held, meter-based, monitoring system for in-office measurement of A1C (HbA1c) or glycated haemoglobin - an important indicator of long-term blood sugar control.
Wellstar/TMI Imaging System Begins Marketing to Long-Term Care Facilities ...
Wellstar International, Inc., a provider of specialized diagnostic software and equipment, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Trillennium Medical Imaging, is ready to begin marketing its thermal imaging system to long-term care ("LTC") facilities in the United States.
Wellstar International, Inc., a provider of specialized diagnostic software and equipment, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Trillennium Medical Imaging, is ready to begin marketing its thermal imaging system to long-term care ("LTC") facilities in the United States.
Diabetes Epidemic Now Poses Challenges for Nursing Homes ...
MONDAY, Jan. 5 (HealthDay News) -- More and more people with diabetes are living to older ages, thanks to medical advances. But the long-term facilities, such as nursing homes, that care for aging Americans may not be ready for the additional challenges that come with treating patients with diabetes.
MONDAY, Jan. 5 (HealthDay News) -- More and more people with diabetes are living to older ages, thanks to medical advances. But the long-term facilities, such as nursing homes, that care for aging Americans may not be ready for the additional challenges that come with treating patients with diabetes.
Company caring for elderly in Texas under fire ...
Evercare of Texas, a unit of Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group, has drawn the ire of some powerful Austin lawmakers over its management of preventative and long-term care for the state's most vulnerable.
Evercare of Texas, a unit of Minnesota-based UnitedHealth Group, has drawn the ire of some powerful Austin lawmakers over its management of preventative and long-term care for the state's most vulnerable.
SAH infection rates compare favourably ...
Sault Area Hospital has a low rate of infection of newly reportable superbugs. Ontario's Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care reports zero cases of methicillin [...]
Sault Area Hospital has a low rate of infection of newly reportable superbugs. Ontario's Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care reports zero cases of methicillin [...]
Funding Senior Living In An Economic Downturn ...
In these rough economic times, funding long-term care poses a challenge for seniors and their families ? but there are a range of strategies you can pursue.
In these rough economic times, funding long-term care poses a challenge for seniors and their families ? but there are a range of strategies you can pursue.
Health unit announces more outbreaks ...
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit declared more outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness within long-term care facilities in the region. The affected facilities now include the McCausland hospital in Terrace Bay and the interim long-term care centre on South James Street.
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit declared more outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness within long-term care facilities in the region. The affected facilities now include the McCausland hospital in Terrace Bay and the interim long-term care centre on South James Street.
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