Insomnia found to be common among nonhospitalized COVID-19 survivors
Feb 13, 2024
The risk for insomnia was even higher for those with depression or anxiety.
Few adults know their heart health numbers
Feb 13, 2024
Less than 20% of US adults know their cholesterol or blood sugar levels.
Substantial disparities seen in travel time to pulmonary rehabilitation
Feb 13, 2024
An estimated 14 million US adults in rural areas have more than a one-hour drive.
COVID-19 tied to significant increase in outpatient healthcare
Feb 13, 2024
The greatest increase in utilization was seen for veterans aged 85 years and older (6.1 visits) versus those aged 20 to 44 years (4.8 visits).
ED visits for cannabis use tied to increased risk for incident anxiety disorder
Feb 13, 2024
The analysis included 34,822 individuals (aged 10 to 105 years) who had an incident emergency department visit due to cannabis.
COVID-19 mRNA vaccines safe during pregnancy
Feb 13, 2024
In a large study, there were lower odds of neonatal mortality associated with vaccination.
Valentine’s Day robo-pets for the lonely: senior living provider gives golden robot pups for the golden...
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 13, 2024
RiverSpring Living is identifying New York older adults in need of a Valentine’s Day boost as part of its ongoing robo-pet program.
‘Sonic’ sound therapy means sound sleep for seniors, dementia sufferers, memory care finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 13, 2024
Residents living with dementia showed significant improvements in daytime drowsiness and overall sleep quality after a “sonic sound” therapy program.
Better designed apps, tech tools help give isolated seniors a boost, rideshare company reports
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 13, 2024
Many smartphone apps are now catering to seniors, and some legacy apps have begun to address senior needs, such as rideshare platforms.
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Feb 13, 2024
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