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This week’s episode of HealthCap Weekly Wrap explores critical areas of resident care in senior living communities—from infection prevention and food safety to diabetes management, fall prevention, and national health goals. Each story offers actionable takeaways that teams can use to improve outcomes and align with evolving best practices.

CABSI Implementation Guide (APIC) — A detailed resource for preventing central line-associated bloodstream infections through standardized protocols and staff collaboration.

CAUTI Implementation Guide (APIC) — Offers guidance on reducing catheter-associated urinary tract infections with decision trees, prevention bundles, and resident-centered care strategies.

Is F812 Compliance Putting Your Facility at Risk? (McKnight’s) — Breaks down common food safety citations in senior living and how better staff training and oversight can help communities stay compliant.

New Guideline Puts Lifestyle Interventions at the Forefront of Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes Care (News-Medical) — Highlights a shift in clinical care that prioritizes diet, exercise, and behavior change over medications for early diabetes management.

National Falls Prevention Action Plan (NCOA) — Provides a national framework for reducing fall-related injuries by integrating clinical practices with community partnerships and technology.

Healthy People 2030 (ODPHP) — A federal initiative outlining public health goals for the decade, with a strong focus on aging, prevention, and health equity in long-term care.