By Susan Taplinger Read time: 4 mins. What will students need from the school health office this year? Some needs come with forms, medications, and care plans. Others first appear as a knock on the door, a question from a parent, or an unexpected situation. This back-to-school season, we’re taking a closer look at three […] ... Read More
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Feeding Fragile Systems: How Hospital Kitchens Protect Patients
By Meghan McGowan Read time: 3 mins. According to the USDA, 48 million Americans are sickened by foodborne illnesses each year. Certain groups are at much higher risk of serious reactions than others. In hospitals and long-term care facilities, staff members must go beyond the basics of food safety to keep these high-risk patients healthy […] ... Read More
Features & Fundamentals: Tattoo Cartridges
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. Welcome back to Features & Fundamentals, the series that takes a closer look at essential products and the details behind how they work. Today’s focus: tattoo needle cartridges and how their design affects tattooing technique, precision, and safety. Overview Creating a single tattoo can involve many different techniques, […] ... Read More
The Power of Portability: How Much Do You Know About Oxygen on the Go?
By Susan Taplinger Read time: 3 mins Portable oxygen concentrators pack some impressive technology into a remarkably small package. Scroll down to test your knowledge — and discover a few surprising facts about oxygen therapy on the go. Don’t peek until you’ve made your guess! Question 1 — How light can a portable oxygen concentrator […] ... Read More
Eyes on the Future: A New Vision of Childhood
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 4 mins. Today’s scientists are witnessing a striking shift in children’s vision, as myopia becomes more common and changing habits create new challenges for young eyes. Meanwhile, advances in screening and treatment are transforming how healthcare providers protect children’s sight. During Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, we’re taking a […] ... Read More
Community Health Centers: Building Healthy Neighborhoods
By Meghan McGowan Read time: 4 mins. Community health centers are a vital part of the American healthcare network, offering low-cost medical services to underprivileged communities where such resources are scarce. You may be shocked to learn that they’re a surprisingly recent development, and that even now, they’re offering exceptional quality of care to their […] ... Read More
What’s Your Healthcare IQ?
By Meghan McGowan and Susan Taplinger Quiz time: 3 mins. Think you know healthcare? Put your knowledge to the test with 10 quick questions covering everything from infection prevention and wound care to surprising healthcare facts. Some answers may be exactly what you expect — others might surprise you! 1. How far does the average […] ... Read More
Beyond Sunburn: Summer Skin Health in Long-Term Care
By Meghan McGowan Read time: 4 mins. Summer is about more than just sun, and summer skincare is about more than just sunburn. Heat and humidity bring their own set of challenges, particularly for elderly patients in long term care. Skin is the body’s largest organ, and protecting it in the summertime can be a […] ... Read More
Features & Fundamentals: Silver Wound Dressings
By Susan Taplinger Read Time: 3 mins. Welcome back to Features & Fundamentals — the series that examines essential healthcare products and the design details that influence real clinical performance. Today’s focus: silver wound dressings and their role in advanced wound care. Overview Many wounds heal with routine care. Others become more difficult to manage […] ... Read More
Sick and Tired: How Chronic Illness is Reshaping Healthcare
By Meghan McGowan Read Time: 4 mins. Chronic diseases are the leading cause of illness, disability, and death in America, with 75% of adults having at least one chronic condition and 50% with two or more. Conditions like heart disease, cancer, and kidney disease are on the rise and are affecting people more severely with each […] ... Read More
Why Independence Matters: Supporting Freedom Through Care
By Susan Taplinger Read time: 4 mins. Every July, Independence Day celebrates freedom, self-determination, and the ability to direct one’s own life. In healthcare, those same values are often shaped by hundreds of small choices made throughout the day. When should staff step in? When should patients be encouraged to function on their own? The […] ... Read More
Dynarex Announces New Resp-O₂™ Portable Oxygen Concentrator
Also introducing new infant- and pediatric-sized closed suction catheters. By Susan Taplinger Read time: 3 mins. Montvale, NJ – June 25, 2026 – Dynarex Corporation, a leading manufacturer of medical supplies and durable medical equipment, today announced the launch of the Resp-O₂ Portable Oxygen Concentrator and new infant- and pediatric-sized closed suction catheters. The additions […] ... Read More