Clinical Briefs for Friday, July 26
Hydration sensor could improve dialysis … Regional disparities found in filling high-intensity statin prescriptions … CDC updates measles control recommendations for healthcare settings
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Two pneumonia shots safest for seniors despite new advisory, advocacy group says
A leading senior advocacy group disagrees with changes to the CDC’s pneumonia vaccine recommendations for older adults.
Why we developed the Norovirus prevention guide
If you want to cause panic on an airplane, yell “Bomb!” If you want to cause panic among the staff of a senior living community, mention that you suspect a case of norovirus. Arguably, norovirus is the single biggest source of chaos and upheaval in any assisted or skilled nursing community — especially during the…
CDC: Fall-related deaths spike; more intervention needed
More seniors are dying after falls, leading the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ask doctors and other caregivers to broach the topic more often. The agency reported in Friday’s Morbidity and Mortality Report that 30,00 Americans 65 and older died due to falling in 2016, up from roughly 18,000 in 2007 — a 31%…
Understanding the superbug problem
Although studies by the CDC have confirmed that the majority of superbug cases occur within the general community, unfortunately, an increased number of diagnosed superbug cases do occur in skilled nursing facilities and hospitals.
CDC endorses new shingles vaccine for people over 50
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has endorsed a new recombinant zoster vaccine for shingles prevention in those over 50, saying it is more effective than a live attenuated version.
Also in the News for Thursday, Jan. 11
CDC maps its 50-state battle against antibiotic resistance with success stories … Geriatric nurses in emergency departments reduce likelihood of inpatient admission … Utah researchers develop app to get Type 2 diabetics moving
CDC expanding efforts to curb workplace violence in nursing homes
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to broaden its research project on violence against healthcare workers, according to a notice posted Tuesday in the Federal Register.
Flu season isn’t over: 7 tips to help prevent the spread
If a resident in a long-term care facility is suspected to have the flu, it’s important to test, isolate and provide antiviral therapy.
Using new technology to combat HAIs
Even when you do everything right, setbacks still regularly occur. One of the most prevalent and needless obstacles is failing to protect residents from healthcare-associated illnesses.
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