Nursing homes major source of super bug infections in hospitals

CHICAGO: Nursing home residents appear to be significant carriers of super bug infections into hospitals, potentially putting other patients at risk.

This is the finding of a university study that has investigated management of infection in aged care facilities, and the Read More »

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Lego housing to accommodate multi generational living

MIAMI: In a matter of years everyone could be living in Lego-style houses with children being mainly taught outdoors. This is how experts from one university believe cities should progress.

A series of innovative proposals have been published in a new Read More »

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Covert surveillance of nursing home staff to be increased

CHICAGO: Guidance on secret filming in nursing homes has been released for the first time.

The guidelines about covert surveillance are for families concerned about the treatment of relatives. Read More »

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Asia Takes Lead in Development of Retirement Village for 21st Century

NEW YORK: The most innovative housing project for the over 50s for the 21st century is being implemented in Asia.

The city center complex is spread over two blocks and incorporates multi-generational living, medical center, childcare, elder care, shopping province, underground parking Read More »

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