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Pneumonia Prevention

Pneumonia can be Prevented Yes, both infectious pneumonia and aspiration pneumonia can be prevented. Infectious Pneumonia Viruses such as COVID-19, flu and RSV, or a cold can lead to pneumonia, so having the recommended vaccinations and using standard and transmission-based precautions can help prevent pneumonia.  All residents and employees should...

Ringworm

What is it? Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection of the skin or hair follicles.   What are the symptoms? The symptoms of ringworm often depend on which part of the body is infected, although they generally include the following   Having itchy skin Rash in the shape of...

Pneumonia

What is it? Pneumonia is a severe illness caused by an infection of the lungs. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi can cause pneumonia resulting in fluid or pus that can fill the air sacs, resulting in pneumonia symptoms.  Aspirating food, fluids, stomach acid, or saliva into the lungs causes aspiration pneumonia.  ...

Sepsis

What is it? Sepsis occurs when chemicals released in the bloodstream to fight an infection trigger inflammation throughout the body. Sepsis can cause tissue damage, multiple organ systems failure, and death. Sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency and needs to be treated quickly. Anyone can develop sepsis, but adults 65...

Kidney Infection

What is it? Kidney infections are a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). A kidney infection can start in the tube that transports urine from the body (urethra) or within the bladder. One or both kidneys can be affected by the infection. Pyelonephritis is another name for kidney infection.  ...

Scabies

What is it?  Scabies is a condition where tiny mites burrow under the skin and lay eggs. New mites hatch from the eggs and can spread to other parts of the skin, causing skin infestation.  It can take 4-6 weeks for the skin to react, and scabies mites can live...