| Franciscan Family Care Center, 267 Finch Avenue, Meriden, CT, 06451 | |
| (203) 238-1441 |
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Scientists have managed to induce cells from pigs to transform into pluripotent stem cells - cells that, like embryonic stem cells, are capable of developing into any type of cell in the body. It is the first time in the world that this has been achieved using somatic cells (cells that are not sperm or egg cells) from any animal with hooves (known as ungulates).
Scientists are warning that the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox used by millions of women every year can spread from the face to the brain.
Eating bread made with ancient grains as part of a healthy diet could help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels—leading risk factors for heart attack and stroke—according to new research published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition.
Sick children, especially those with some dehydration from flu or other illnesses, risk significant kidney injury if given drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, Indiana University School of Medicine researchers said Friday.
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| Name | Franciscan Family Care Center, |
|---|---|
| Location | 267 Finch Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut |
| Hospice ID | 071530 |
| Category | Part of a Home Health Agency |
| Ownership Type | Voluntary Non-profit - Private |
| Profit Type | NON-PROFIT |
| SSA county code | 040 |
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Scientists have managed to induce cells from pigs to transform into pluripotent stem cells - cells that, like embryonic stem cells, are capable of developing into any type of cell in the body. It is the first time in the world that this has been achieved using somatic cells (cells that are not sperm or egg cells) from any animal with hooves (known as ungulates).
Scientists are warning that the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox used by millions of women every year can spread from the face to the brain.
Eating bread made with ancient grains as part of a healthy diet could help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels—leading risk factors for heart attack and stroke—according to new research published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition.
Sick children, especially those with some dehydration from flu or other illnesses, risk significant kidney injury if given drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, Indiana University School of Medicine researchers said Friday.
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| Quality Measure | Provider Score | National Score |
|---|---|---|
| Patients or caregivers who were asked about treatment preferences like hospitalization and resuscitation at the beginning of hospice care | 100.0 | 98.3 |
| Patients or caregivers who were asked about their beliefs and values at the beginning of hospice care | 100.0 | 93.6 |
| Patients who were checked for pain at the beginning of hospice care | 96.7 | 93.9 |
| Patients who got a timely and thorough pain assessment when pain was identified as a problem | 81.4 | 77.7 |
| Patients who were checked for shortness of breath at the beginning of hospice care | 100.0 | 97.3 |
| Patients who got timely treatment for shortness of breath | 100.0 | 94.6 |
| Patients taking opioid pain medication who were offered care for constipation | 100.0 | 93.3 |
News Archive
Scientists have managed to induce cells from pigs to transform into pluripotent stem cells - cells that, like embryonic stem cells, are capable of developing into any type of cell in the body. It is the first time in the world that this has been achieved using somatic cells (cells that are not sperm or egg cells) from any animal with hooves (known as ungulates).
Scientists are warning that the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox used by millions of women every year can spread from the face to the brain.
Eating bread made with ancient grains as part of a healthy diet could help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels—leading risk factors for heart attack and stroke—according to new research published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition.
Sick children, especially those with some dehydration from flu or other illnesses, risk significant kidney injury if given drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, Indiana University School of Medicine researchers said Friday.
› Verified 2 days ago
| Home Health Aides | 2.5 |
| Counselors | 0.5 |
| Medical Social Workers | 0.5 |
| Physicians | 0.25 |
| Registered Nurses | 4.5 |
| Total Employees | 8.25 |
|---|
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Scientists have managed to induce cells from pigs to transform into pluripotent stem cells - cells that, like embryonic stem cells, are capable of developing into any type of cell in the body. It is the first time in the world that this has been achieved using somatic cells (cells that are not sperm or egg cells) from any animal with hooves (known as ungulates).
Scientists are warning that the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox used by millions of women every year can spread from the face to the brain.
Eating bread made with ancient grains as part of a healthy diet could help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels—leading risk factors for heart attack and stroke—according to new research published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition.
Sick children, especially those with some dehydration from flu or other illnesses, risk significant kidney injury if given drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, Indiana University School of Medicine researchers said Friday.
› Verified 2 days ago
| Others | 0.5 |
| Total Volunteers | 0.5 |
|---|
News Archive
Scientists have managed to induce cells from pigs to transform into pluripotent stem cells - cells that, like embryonic stem cells, are capable of developing into any type of cell in the body. It is the first time in the world that this has been achieved using somatic cells (cells that are not sperm or egg cells) from any animal with hooves (known as ungulates).
Scientists are warning that the anti-wrinkle treatment Botox used by millions of women every year can spread from the face to the brain.
Eating bread made with ancient grains as part of a healthy diet could help lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels—leading risk factors for heart attack and stroke—according to new research published in the International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition.
Sick children, especially those with some dehydration from flu or other illnesses, risk significant kidney injury if given drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, Indiana University School of Medicine researchers said Friday.
› Verified 2 days ago
| Franciscan Family Care Center, Location: 267 Finch Avenue, Meriden, Connecticut, 06451 Phone: (203) 238-1441 |