Omicron BA.2 subvariant less severe than delta, original omicron
Oct 28, 2022
Mortality rates were lower for omicron BA.2 than for the delta variant and omicron B.1.1.529.
FDA OKs Novavax COVID-19 vaccine as first booster shot
Oct 20, 2022
Until now, the protein-based vaccine was only approved as a two-dose primary series.
New tablet computers will help ease communication during pandemic, Capital says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 22, 2020
Dallas-based Capital Senior Living is expanding its Virtual Engagement Program by distributing tablet computers to all of its communities.
COVID-19 pushes some struggling senior living and care facilities into default
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 04, 2020
Thanks to higher-than-expected costs related to COVID-19, some struggling senior living and skilled nursing facilities are being pushed into default, according to a report Wednesday in Bond Buyer.
Amygdala and insula retraining tied to reduction in fatigue with long COVID
Jul 24, 2023
Furthermore, patients randomly assigned to the neuroplasticity program saw significant gains in energy.
Here’s the COVID-19 information borrowers should be sharing with lenders: Ziegler
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 17, 2020
Most borrowers know that amidst the onset of COVID-19, ongoing disclosure to lenders with regards to how the pandemic is impacting the organization is crucial. But how often should operators be providing...
Brookdale takes steps to address potential financial repercussions of COVID-19; withdraws 2020 guidance
By
Amy Novotney
Mar 19, 2020
Brookdale Senior Living, the country’s largest senior living company, is withdrawing its financial outlook for the coming year as a result of uncertainty and increased expenses due to the COVID-19...
Feds extend COVID-19 vaccine program sign-up to Nov. 6
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 27, 2020
Senior living and other long-term care providers now have more time to sign up for the Partnership for Long-Term Care Program.
Nirmatrelvir plus ritonavir reduces risks for COVID-19 in seniors
Dec 12, 2022
Reduced risks for hospitalization and death were observed for mainly vaccinated outpatients aged 50 years or older with COVID-19.
Hypertension linked to increased risk for severe COVID-19
Nov 10, 2022
Elevated systolic blood pressure showed a dose-response relationship with severe COVID-19 for those taking antihypertensive meds.