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Supervisors are key to creating safety climate
Safety culture" has been an important buzzword in occupational health for many years. But recent research shows that the broad goal has one key component: The attitude of supervisors. -
CDC: Influenza shots prevent hospitalizations
Here's another reason to emphasize influenza vaccination in long-term care: Last year, vaccination prevented an estimated 44,000 flu-related hospitalizations among older people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. -
Free health appraisal boosts RN wellness
It has become easier than ever for the nation's nurses to monitor their health both personal and occupational. And this new knowledge may put a sharper spotlight on hazards nurses face every day at work. -
Update: Joint statement on vaccine mandates
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Heavy lifting still brings toll of injuries
MSD goal: Reduce the rate of injury and illness cases involving days away from work due to overexertion or repetitive motion by 10% by 2020. -
Record number of fraud cases in past year
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HMA execs claim kickbacks to physicians
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HMA lawsuits, indictment highlight whistleblower risk
The eight False Claims Act lawsuits being pursued against Health Management Associates (HMA) illustrate the risk that hospital executives take when they aggressively seek increased revenue without adequately assessing the potential for fraud charges, say healthcare fraud experts who are watching the case closely. -
HRM LRC: Botched genetic testing yields massive verdict of $50 million
A young child was diagnosed with an unbalanced chromosomal translocation, a chromosomal abnormality resulting in the need for 24-hour care throughout his life. -
OSHA offers new resource for worker safety