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Evidence-based considerations For others, the need for greater assistance and care may result in the transition to a residential care facility. In Canada, it is estimated that approximately half-a-million people live in such facilities. Nursing homes, also referred to as long-term care homes, and seniors’ residences, also referred to as retirement homes or assisted living
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USA: The Joint Commission Diagnostic Overshadowing A recently published study that focuses on the issue of diagnostic overshadowing, the overlooking of medical issues by healthcare providers, while they are diagnosing. In particular this occurs with those living with intellectual/developmentally disabilities and is the assumption that their symptoms are related to their
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Underperforming gowns Disposable gowns designed to deflect the splatter of bodily fluids, used in thousands of U.S. hospitals, have underperformed in recent and ongoing laboratory tests and may fall short of safety standards, leaving health care workers with a greater risk of infection. One study found that isolation gowns commonly worn in medical units or […]
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Future serious illnesses, including meningitis and cancer can be prevented School vaccinations are used to prevent many serious illnesses such as meningitis and cancer, not only during school years, but throughout an individual’s life. One of the important vaccines is against human papillomavirus (HPV) which is the cause of nine out of 10 cases of […]
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PODCAST– Losing a loved one can be sad, scary and isolating. This down-to-earth, unexpectedly uplifting podcast can help grieving listeners feel less alone. Listen as  Cariad Lloyd interviews comedians and other funny people about the unique weirdness of the time after someone passes. cariadlloyd.com/griefcast 
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Thumbs down to Amazon for cancelling “As we see it.” Created by Jason Katims, the ground-breaking television show featuring people with autism both in front and behind the camera is no more —after just one season. Prime video gave no explanation. Thumbs up to Bannock now served. After a patient refused to eat for two […]
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TED TALK– Hugh Herr who lost both legs in a climbing accident 30 years ago, is building the next generation of bionic limbs… robotic prosthetics inspired by nature’s own designs. As the head of the MIT Media Lab’s Biomechatronics group, Herr showcases his incredible technology in a talk that’s both technical and deeply personal—with the […]
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