Sleep-disordered breathing linked to medial temporal lobe atrophy in seniors
Jun 02, 2023
Higher sleep apnea severity was related to lower medial temporal lobe subregion volumes in amyloid-positive, but not amyloid-negative, individuals.
AI helps prevent prescription dosing errors
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 02, 2023
Software company DrFirst developed an AI-powered tool to streamline medication refill and renewal requests.
Memory support neighborhood takes ‘dignified approach’ to dementia care
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 02, 2023
A neighborhood approach to supporting residents with dementia provides a “human-centered” environment that preserves dignity and individuality, according to one senior living provider.
Health services, education sector loses 29,000 jobs in May
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 02, 2023
Private-sector employment added 278,000 jobs last month, but the health services and education sector lost 29,000 jobs. That’s according to the May ADP National Employment Report produced by the ADP...
FDA approves Pfizer RSV vaccine for older adults
Jun 01, 2023
The CDC is expected to meet later in the month to adopt vaccine recommendations for older Americans.
Long-term care sustainability on agenda in legislative summer study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 01, 2023
A South Dakota legislative committee is studying sustainable long-term care models this summer to offer solutions for affordable care.
New Eskaton report blames SNFs for $28 million net loss in 2022
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 01, 2023
Eskaton ended 2022 with a $28 million net loss, and its skilled nursing properties largely are responsible, according to an independently audited financial report dated May 16.
Meadowood rebrands, drops ‘senior living’ from name
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 01, 2023
Meadowood, a continuing care retirement / life plan community in Worcester Township, PA, has rebranded, dropping “senior living” from its name, logo and signage, the provider announced Monday.
Stress-management interventions may aid healthcare workers
May 31, 2023
A review generally revealed low-certainty evidence, particularly for longer-term effects.
Vegan, vegetarian diets linked to reduction in cholesterol, apolipoprotein B
May 31, 2023
Reductions were seen across ages, continents and health statuses.