Category Archives: Health

Is having that test or procedure really wise?

Posted on August 6, 2016 by Jim deMaine

There’s pretty good evidence that we are overdoing some tests and procedures. These not only add to expense but may cause harm. Group Health’s MacColl Institute is doing something about this with patient and provider education. If you want to … Continue reading →

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Angels, Hospice, and Caregivers

Posted on July 30, 2016 by Jim deMaine

If you want to see what an angel looks like, look at a baby. But if you want to know what an angel does, learn about the Hospice nurse – and the caregivers. Meg Harkins let me know about the … Continue reading →

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Germ problem? Call Dr. Copper

Posted on July 30, 2016 by Jim deMaine

Alice Mailloux passed me an article from the WSJ about the antimicrobial effects of copper. For example, “Since receiving a grant to install copper surfaces in Pullman Regional Hospital in Pullman, Wash., Ed Harrich, director of surgical services there, said … Continue reading →

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Supplements can make you sick

Posted on July 28, 2016 by Jim deMaine

Did you know that claims for supplements don’t have to be verified by the FDA? Did you know that some can make you sick? Did you know that the ingredients on the label may not even be in the supplement? … Continue reading →

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The next CPR/AED training for residents

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Jim deMaine

The next CPR/AED training for residents is scheduled for September 13th. The sign-up sheet is in the binder in the lobby. This excellent training for sudden cardiac arrest is held by Medic II, which has trained thousands in the Washington … Continue reading →

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Dementia, Art, and Legacy

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Jim deMaine

Friday, September 30, 2016 8:30 am – 5 pm “Dementia, Art, and Legacy is a one-day conference designed for family and care partners of people living with dementia, as well as social workers, healthcare professionals, artists, and educators. The conference … Continue reading →

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Skyline Resident’s Association meeting about possible expansion

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Jim deMaine

From Sue Phillips “Resident Reaction to Skyline II Process:  Over 100 Skyline residents attending the July 14, 2016, quarterly meeting were divided into 5 groups and asked to respond to the question “What is your reaction to the proposal for … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 15, 2016 by Jim deMaine

From the Wall Street Journal: “For decades physicians and other experts in sports medicine have theorized that a cramp was the result of a muscle that was dehydrated, or starved of electrolytes, or suffering tears in its micro-fibers and cell membranes. … Continue reading →

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Learning the Heimlich maneuver, CPR, and AED use

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Jim deMaine

The WSJ has an article about two new devices which may help when the airway becomes obstructed. They are basically plunger-type devices to suction out the obstructing chunk of food. They are not widely tested in real life, though there … Continue reading →

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Have your grand-kids had their vitamins and dirt today?

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Jim deMaine

As published in the NYT today, there may be some positives in unhygienic parctices by children! Nail biting and thumb sucking may have some benefits afterall. “In a study published Monday in the journal Pediatrics, researchers drew evidence from an … Continue reading →

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