Medicare will only cover Aduhelm for patients in clinical trials
Apr 08, 2022
The decision is meant to protect patients while gathering more clinical data on whether the medication actually helps slow declines in thinking.
Technology company unveils monitoring device
By
Meredith Beirne
Aug 13, 2018
JNL Technologies has announced the launch of a wearable Wander Monitoring Transmitter meant to provide discreet protection for residents who need it.
On the mend
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2016
Rehab care is becoming increasingly prevalent in senior living settings.
Provider tests technology to help residents reduce fall risk
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 28, 2019
Eldersburg, MD-based Integrace is testing technology meant to help independent living residents assess and reduce their risks of falling.
From skilled nursing to assisted living to another ‘true shift in the industry’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 23, 2018
Juniper Communities CEO Lynne Katzmann talks about how she grew her business, and where yours may be heading. And worm farms.
2008 to 2017 saw decline in serious hearing loss in U.S. seniors
Dec 28, 2021
Substantial sex differences identified, with a 10% decrease in hearing loss in women but a 2% increase in men.
Seniors retiring early could adversely affect long-term care bottom line
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
May 17, 2021
Senior living communities could see a reduction in move-ins in coming years as people retire early but with inadequate savings to cover their later-in-life needs, according to a Bloomberg opinion piece.
Monkeypox not the next pandemic, WHO expert says
May 31, 2022
In the current outbreak, the vast majority of cases are being seen in gay and bisexual men.
Acute myocarditis rare after COVID-19 mRNA vaccination in adults
Oct 04, 2021
All cases in this study occurred among men, with a median age of 25 years.
Genesis Healthcare transitions organizational model
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Nov 15, 2021
Genesis Healthcare announced Friday an organizational shift toward a market-focused model meant to help the company focus on its recovery.