Monthly Archive: November 2015

Breastfeeding Preemies

Breastfeeding Preemies May Reduce Risk of a Serious Eye Problem

In this article by Kathleen Doheny for Health.com learn why breastfeeding a premature infant may help reduce the risk of a serious eye problem.

Aimee Sharp
Prevent Pressure Injuries

Move Every Two: Repositioning Patients to Prevent Pressure Injuries

While some pressure injuries are unavoidable, most can be prevented. An effective way to prevent these injuries is by moving the patient frequently.

John Maynard
Nutrients for Wound Healing

Top 5 Nutrients for Wound Healing

If you have a pressure injury, nutrition becomes especially important. Make sure you are consuming the top 5 nutrients for wound healing.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Boost Seniors Calorie Intake

Seniors: Tips to Boost Your Calorie Intake

You or your senior may need to increase your calorie and protein intake if you have lost weight or are having trouble gaining weight.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
High Deductibles

Many Say High Deductibles Make Their Health Law Insurance All But Useless

In this article originally published by The New York Times, read why some are saying sky-high deductibles that are leaving some newly insured vulnerable.

Aimee Sharp

Identifying Pressure Injuries: Assessment and Staging Webinar

Nancy Morgan of the Wound Care Education Institute takes viewers of this recorded webinar into the world of identifying pressure injuries.

Aimee Sharp

Shield HealthCare Enteral Nutrition Support Program

Shield HealthCare has been a leader in medical supplies for care at home since 1957. Our Registered Dietitians have experience and expertise in pediatric and adult nutrition support in order to: Ensure the right formula and feeding plan for your patient Provide education and support Troubleshoot tube feeding tolerance Communicate directly with the family and the… Continue reading Shield HealthCare Enteral Nutrition Support Program

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Dual Demo Plans

CMS Proposes New Star Ratings for Dual Demo Plans

Originally published by Modern Healthcare - The CMS is working to develop a separate star-rating system for health plans participating in an experiment.

Aimee Sharp
Preventing Catheter Associated UTIs

Preventing Catheter Associated UTIs (CAUTI) Webinar Video/Slides

During this webinar, our presenter discusses the advantages of intermittent catheterization with the goal of preventing catheter associated UTIs, and more.

Aimee Sharp

Medicare Advantage Competition Rated Strongest in Southern CA

By Lauren McSherry, California Healthline Regional Correspondent for California Healthline Medicare beneficiaries throughout the state are weighing their options during Medicare Advantage open enrollment season, but residents in Riverside County may have more choices to consider than others elsewhere in the state. “In Riverside County and surrounding counties there are far more insurance companies competing… Continue reading Medicare Advantage Competition Rated Strongest in Southern CA

Aimee Sharp
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