Based on recent reports released in September by the American Health Care Association, there are approximately 15,666 certified nursing facilities in the U.S. with a total bed capacity of 1,668,123, of which 1,388,919 patients occupy. Now let’s factor ...
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The Technology Era + Food Consumption
In reflection of history, we realize the different influences of each era from arts and literature, to religion and science. There’s no denying that technology is one of the biggest influences of our current era. And with the advancement of technology comes a more informative population. Technology is enhancing many aspects of life, even when ...
Food Labeling Compliance
There’s been a great deal of attention directed at food labeling in recent years. Food distributers and restaurateurs are now serving a much healthier population of informative consumers. Even though food labeling requirements are a contributing force behind the creation and consumption of healthier food, ...
Patient Safety – Don’t Forget Food!
You’ve probably heard many times about the 1999 Institute of Medicine report, To Err is Human. It includes estimates on the number of patients harmed each year by medical mistakes, with alarming numbers approaching six digits. This report was part of the impetus for President George W. Bush to issue an ...
Reducing Risk – The Right Diet For The Right Patient
We often focus on patient satisfaction as a primary reason to automate the functions of a Food & Nutrition Services department. We also include time savings and increased productivity as other reasons to automate. While no one would disagree about the importance of all of these, reducing risk and preventing harm are also critical, if ...
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