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Physical Violence in LTC March 2008

TORONTO, March 10, 2008 --A new study led by York University researchers reveals that a staggering number of Canadians working in long-term care facilities suffer violence on the job.

The study found that 43 percent of personal support workers endure physical violence at work on a daily basis, while another quarter face such violence every week. Most are women, and many are immigrants or from marginalized racial groups.

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Challenges to Antimicrobial Resistance in the PCHMarch 2008

Treating infections and managing antibiotic resistance can be a challenge in Long Term Care.

There is growing concern over the increase in Community Acquired-MRSA (CA-MRSA) and ESBL producing E. coli.

What can be done? Check out www.can-r.ca. A great resource to help combat antimicrobial resistance, including PowerPoint slide slides available for download. (Free sign-up required to access some information.)