Well: In Nursing Homes, an Epidemic of Poor Dental Hygiene
The lack of daily oral care in nursing facilities is almost universally overlooked, experts say, and studies suggest that it may contribute to pneumonia, a leading killer of institutionalized older people. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: blogs.nytimes.com
Category: Elder Care
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