How to Choose a Nursing Home
October 17, 2016
Mountain Pacific
When people need more care than they can get at home or in the community, a nursing home may be the best choice. However, choosing a nursing home for a loved one can be an overwhelming and emotionally challenging process. There are resources though that can help you find a nursing home that best meets […]
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Success Story: Nursing Home Improves Staff Immunization Rates
October 10, 2016
Mountain Pacific
The Pearl City Nursing Home in Hawaii increased staff influenza immunization rates by more than 40% in 2015 after implementing successful strategies to encourage immunizations. Mountain-Pacific Quality Health helped the facility plan and implement proven strategies to help increase staff immunization rates.
Denise Bilodeau, administrator of the Pearl City Nursing Home, knew she wanted to increase […]
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 3, 2016
Mountain Pacific
Know the Warning Signs and Available Services
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among American women (outside of skin cancer) and more than 40,000 women die from breast cancer every year in the United States. Make sure you know the warning signs and how to conduct a breast self-exam.
The United States Preventive Services […]
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