05/23/2014
Preventing Inpatient Falls
Every 36 seconds a patient falls in a U.S. hospital
Inpatient falls cost the U.S. healthcare system over $20 billion annually
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04/22/2014
Managing Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month and we are helping to promote the cause by sharing these tips for managing stress. These tips were obtained from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's website, http://www.cdc.gov/Features/HandlingStress/.
04/02/2014
The Benefits of Antimicrobial Technology in Healthcare Facilities
Patient outcomes and staff safety are top priorities for hospitals. But harmful microbes such as C. diff and MRSA make it difficult for medical facilities to protect patients and staff against cross contamination.
12/18/2013
Helpful Hints to Keep Your Holiday Season Happy and Healthy
The holiday season has begun and though we enjoy the times with friends and family, the season can also bring weight gain and stress. Here are some tips to keep you healthy and end the year feeling great!
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11/05/2013
Obamacare, Marketplace, Glitches...What Does It All Mean?
Obamacare, marketplace, glitches…there are a lot of buzzwords in the media that are leading many Americans to ask “Does this affect me?” or “Am I going to lose my healthcare?”. To help Americans interpret this information, here is a simple breakdown of what is currently going on with the Affordable Care Act and how it may affect you.