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CDC Members Prove to Themselves the Pandemic Isn’t Over

Healthcare facilities are being told that the need for masks will soon be lifted and the pandemic will be seen as finished, but that’s questionable.

Patient Satisfaction Surveys Earn a Zero on Tracking Whether Hospitals Deliver Culturally Competent Care

The CAHPS survey is required by the federal government for many health care facilities, and the hospital version of it is required for most acute care hospitals. Low scores can induce financial penalties, and hospitals reap financial rewards for improving scores or exceeding those of their peers.

Running and Blisters: Coping

If you have formed a small pocket of fluid on some part of your body, you may have had a blister. These bubbles vary in size and have many causes.

Sleep’s Sweet Spot. You Need This Much Sleep to Prevent Cognitive Decline

Know how long you should be sleeping each night, especially as you age? Research has identified the sweet spot for sleep