Falls among the elderly are a major problem within healthcare facilities, and this severe problem requires attention. Some proposed technological solutions include optical sensors or cameras linked to...
Also in the News for Monday, Feb. 12
Feb 12, 2018
New flu treatments may be here in time for next flu season … Maryland representative pushes bill for bed rails in nursing homes, despite federal regulations against them … Simple physical performance...
Nursing home fined for not reporting fall that led to death of a facility founder, expects restitution...
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 09, 2018
A Massachusetts nursing home where a resident fell and was shuffled back to bed without an official report was issued a $140,000 fine following the man’s death. The facility says it expects to be...
Death leads to edict: Facility must mitigate the risk of falls — on its roof
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 08, 2018
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has given a skilled nursing facility in Ohio until Friday to remedy roof safety issues after a telecommunications worker fell to his death.
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Jan 05, 2018
New Mexico settles with former LTC ombudsman who claimed she was fired for advocacy … Senate passes bill making cross-state telemedicine available to VA providers …Previous falls are best predictor...
Aggressive blood pressure treatment does not increase fall risk after all, study says
By
Tim Mullaney
Aug 19, 2014
Taking aggressive measures to lower older adults’ blood pressure may not increase their risk of falls, contrary to conventional wisdom, according to recently published research findings.
Seniors with disabilities less likely to recover from fall injuries: study
By
Ashley Carman
Aug 21, 2013
Seniors who have a hip fracture or another serious fall injury are significantly more likely to recover if they had little or no disabilities before the accident, according to a new study.
A $1 billion verdict sends a pretty strong message
By
John O'Connor
Aug 02, 2013
It’s a fact of life that people tend to have more balance problems as they age. As a result, falling is a real risk that many of our oldest citizens routinely face. Providing the kind of care that...
CMS announces 20 new participants in program to improve transitions, reduce rehospitalizations
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 12, 2013
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced 20 new organizations participating in the Community-based Care Transitions Program (CCTP), which is an initiative to cut down on hospital...
Study: Residents with multiple diseases, urinary incontinence at high risk for falls
By
McKnight's Staff
Jan 24, 2013
Nursing home residents who have multiple diseases are most prone to falls, according to a study recently published in the journal BMC Geriatrics. Urinary incontinence, antidepressant use, multiple medication...