Study connects bedsores to increased patient mortality, hospitalization According to a recent study by the UCLA School of Nursing, there is a direct correlation between pressure ulcers (commonly called bedsores) and patient deaths or increases in the length of hospitalization. During the study, researchers tracked approximately 51,000 hospitalized Medicare beneficiaries across the nation who were randomly selected. The study found that about 4.5 per cent of the patients developed a bedsore during their stay in the hospital. Most of the bedsores developed on the sacrum ...

Missouri drivers not immune from problem of distracted driving Twenty years ago, the idea that everyone would have a cellphone would seem like a stretch. However, the age of ubiquitous mobile devices is upon us. For all of the convenience and good that mobile technology has brought us, it has also brought a new danger that plagues roadways both in Missouri and nationwide--distracted driving. When you have driven down the road, you may have noticed drivers performing odd tasks while behind the wheel such as text messaging, talking on the phone or putting on makeup--all ...

Helping children in Texas through divorce Divorcing Texas parents must help their children adjust to a new life. Experts have suggestions for supporting children during and beyond what is likely to be a major upheaval in their lives. Talking with children Regardless of the child's age, some basic principles always apply: tell the truth, keep it simple and avoid bad-mouthing or blaming the other parent. Children want to know what is going on and why, but they don't need a lengthy, involved explanation. The simplest statements are the best. When explaining why ...

Financial issues related to divorce Article provided by Collier, House and Brown, PLLC Visit us at http://www.joydaviscollier.com Tennessee couples going through divorce are experiencing changes on many levels, not the least of which is financial. Managing finances during and beyond divorce is a challenging enterprise, and the pitfalls can be devastating for those who do not become informed and take appropriate action. Here are just a few financial concerns to watch out for. Joint obligations One major mistaken belief is that when one spouse has been ordered by ...

Antitrust concerns with Accountable Care Organizations The new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that was passed by Congress and President Obama provides for the creation of Accountable Care Organizations, or ACOs. An ACO is a group of medical professionals, including doctors and hospitals, who voluntarily come together to give high quality health care to Medicare patients. The goal of the ACO is to provide high quality patient care at a lower cost. Experts in the health care industry have raised concerns about the antitrust implications of ACOs; specifically, ...

New Jersey Supreme Court rules on surrogate parent law Couples struggling with infertility have several possible options; recently, surrogacy has become more a prevalent choice. In 2010, 1,488 children in the United States were born to surrogates--that is almost double the rate in 2004. With the increased use of surrogacy, many states are concerned about their laws regarding parental rights and surrogacy. The New Jersey Supreme Court recently upheld New Jersey's current and controversial surrogate parentage law. Controversy over New Jersey's surrogacy laws In ...

New Jersey is ready to update employee privacy rights The New Jersey Senate has approved a bill that protects the social media privacy rights of employees, job applicants and college students in the state. The bill is one measure to keep privacy rights up-to-date with new technology that is increasingly integrating work and personal lives. New Jersey may enact new worker privacy laws This past October, the New Jersey Senate unanimously passed two New Jersey Assembly bills that protect the privacy rights of job applicants, employees and college students. Violating ...

Despite myth, Nevada does not give child custody preference to mothers A common misconception about divorce cases in Nevada is that the law gives preference to mothers when deciding child custody matters. This is not true. If the parents cannot agree on custody matters themselves during the divorce process with which the judge approves, then the judge must decide custody based on the best interests of the child regardless of the gender of the parent given custody. However, though there is no law granting preference, many people do perceive a gender bias in the system. ...

What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a kind of repetitive stress injury that occurs when the median nerve in the hand, which runs from the palm of a hand through the carpal tunnel in the wrist and connects the forearm to the palm, is compressed by any of the nine long flexor tendons that also pass through the carpel tunnel either swell or start to degenerate. This can be extremely painful, with patients who suffer from this condition experiencing tingling, burning and itching in the hand and fingers for extended periods of time. Workers who ...

Financial tips for divorce when children are involved Getting a divorce is challenging on multiple levels, and it can be especially difficult financially. The divorce process necessitates making determinations about how assets will be divided, and, if there are children involved, how to pay for their needs while managing two separate households. Maintaining a standard of living for children Often, parents hope to maintain the standard of living their children were accustomed to before the divorce. While doing so may be helpful for the children, it can be difficult ...

Study finds fewer medication errors when pharmacists in emergency room Most patients who are admitted into the emergency room do not come to the hospital with a detailed list of the medications they are taking at the time. For obvious reasons, it can be challenging to obtain accurate information regarding medications from people who are in need of emergency medical care. Nevertheless, accurate medication information is typically critical for physicians to provide the best possible care for the patient. In many cases, if a doctor fails to obtain enough information regarding ...

Pursuing wrongful death claims in North Carolina For any family, the death of a loved one is a considerable burden to bear. However, when that death was caused by an act of negligence -- like a car accident, nursing home neglect or the failure to diagnose a fatal medical condition -- the family's grief is frequently compounded by a sense of tragic injustice. When fatal accidents happen, North Carolina law allows the victim's survivors to pursue wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of their deceased loved one. Wrongful death claims serve the dual purpose of seeking justice ...

Women everywhere are growing tired of beauty products and advice that just don't work. Gimmicky, all-natural cures, and products full of chemicals that damage skin leave women looking for a better solution. Say hello to JiaPin Beauty, a new oriental lifestyle brand with a unique skincare line. With the launch of their new website, JiaPin Beauty aims to provide oriental health and beauty advice, seasonal recipes, well balanced products, and ingredient information right to any woman's home. JiaPin Beauty products are formulated using only effective, active ingredients. ...

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When a historically sensitive building was going to be turned into one of the areas many fine wineries, Craftsman Construction was brought in to Design & Build this project. The building consisted of a old dairy barn and silo located on the old army base in Vint Hill VA. The old barn had been converted into a listening post during the war. Here men and women would listen for enemy radio traffic and try to break the enemies codes. The building was very important to the war effort and old photos of the building show it surrounded by Barb Wire fencing and patrolling MP's After ...

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Michael Scott, Chairman of the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD) will give a keynote presentation at the inaugural Orphan Drugs Research and Commercialization Conference to be held in Boston, MA on May 8-10, 2013, by GTC. In an effort to utilize scientific and technological advances to better diagnose and treat patients with rare diseases, NORD is currently completing a new major strategic planning process. Michael will discuss both NORD¡¯s current and proposed new scientific- and policy-related initiatives at the meeting. Michael will also highlight ...

Nourishing USA announced today that founder Gina Keatley has stepped down as CEO. The organization also announced that its board of directors has appointed Simon Hancock as acting chief executive officer. The board also appointed Sonia Ortiz to the board of directors. "After five years, I've decided it's time for me to step away from day-to-day operations," said Gina Keatley. "I'm grateful to all of our stakeholders -volunteers, partners, donors, and most of all, clients - for the support and commitment they've given to the mission of nutrition for all. ...

The online dance shoe manufacturer has announced today that it has a new and innovative range of professional dance shoes. The online manufacturer has recently developed a wide range of new lightweight dance shoe products for professional dancers that are available right now. Their shoes are extremely affordable and can be fully customized. Suited to professional Latin Salsa and Ballroom dancers the shoes are available for both men and women and are said to offer sheer indulgence and comfort like no other dance shoe can. The company is dedicated to dance and their ...

The Desert West Region office of Lincoln Property Company, a full-service real estate firm, announced that Senior Property Manager Megan Watkins, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Building Owners and Managers Association of Greater Phoenix (BOMA) "BOMA provides important resources to the commercial real estate community in the Valley - especially in the areas of education, advocacy and leadership development," said Tammy Sidles, Director of Management Services, Lincoln Property Company, Desert West Region. "We are proud to have Megan represent ...

Christa Hardin, MA, has opened Reflections Counseling Center LLC in downtown Sarasota's Burns Court District at 630 S. Orange Avenue, Suite 200K, Sarasota, FL 34236. With several licensed therapists of varied specialties, the growing center treats couples, individuals, children and teens. Areas of specialization include anxiety, addictions, depression and many other types of psychological distress. Christ-centered therapy is available. "I am thrilled to partner with competent therapists who offer clinically sound, cost-effective, solutions-focused therapy," ...

Earning a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction, REALEX Homes has won the prestigious CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award in the Contractors — Home Builders category for 2012. The Talk of the Town Awards, presented by Talk of the Town News, Customer Care News magazine and Celebration Media U.S. (CMUS), honor companies and professionals that provide excellent customer service as reported by their customers through no-cost, user-review websites, blogs, social networks, business rating services, and other honors and accolades. This data is analyzed by a ...

Mexican Insurance Store, a leading provider of online Mexican auto insurance, recently reminded travelers that it maintains a website that's filled with important new travel information. The company was among the first to do so in the online Mexican car insurance industry, and it continues to update its content frequently to reflect current news and information. "We've always been committed to providing more than just first-rate Mexican insurance," said Linden Gray, the president of Mexican Insurance Store. "Our goal all along has been to help people have ...

Mainstream Boutique, a women's clothing and accessories franchise that's gaining traction around the country, has ranked 374 in Entrepreneur's 34th Annual "Franchise 500," the world's most comprehensive franchise ranking. It is the brand's first appearance on the list. This annual ranking of America's top franchise opportunities highlights companies based on quantifiable measures of the franchise operation. Most importantly, the rankings examine the financial strength and stability, as well as company growth rate and size of the system. "To be featured ...

Signalman Publishing is proud to announce the release in paperback and as an ebook for the Amazon Kindle, the Barnes & Noble nook, and the Apple iBookstore of "Sanity Check" by Walt Breede of Jupiter, Florida. "Sanity Check" is the third novel in the Alan Llewellyn series which follows math teacher and former U.S. Navy officer Alan Llewellyn as he gets caught up in the murky world of Chinese espionage. "Sanity Check" asks an interesting question: How does the President of the United States know he is getting the best and most honest ...