Study: Cognitive assessments important in those with Parkinson’s
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 18, 2016
Having the cognitive ability to keep up with conversations often is more of an issue for those with Parkinson’s disease than are physical speech problems, according to new research.
Dr. Bill Thomas’ tiny house prototype now available for rent
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 01, 2018
The prototype of a tiny house introduced about a year ago by Dr. Bill Thomas is now available for rent through AirBnB for those who would like to try it out.
Growing trend: Doctors and nurses deliver COVID-19 vaccines to homebound seniors
By
Joe Jancsurak
Mar 18, 2021
Medical centers and other health organizations have begun sending doctors and nurses to apartment buildings and private homes to vaccinate homebound seniors, according to a Kaiser Health News report.
Senior living community for retired entertainers to benefit from $300 million fundraising effort
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 03, 2021
A $300 million fundraising drive celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Motion Picture Television Fund will benefit a senior living community for retired members.
FDA approves Pfizer pill as first at-home COVID-19 treatment
Dec 22, 2021
A recent trial showed that Paxlovid cut the odds for hospitalization and death by nearly 90 percent in high-risk people.
Proposed constitutional amendment in Ohio would set minimums for nursing home staffing, care
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 02, 2021
Skilled nursing facilities, nursing homes and rehabilitation facilities would see minimums set for staffing levels and daily direct care if a proposed constitutional amendment makes it to Ohio voters and...
Feds warn of bedrails that can entrap; three deaths reported
Jun 03, 2022
The warning applies to 10 models of bedrails made and sold by Mobility Transfer Systems.
Global prevalence of dementia forecasted for 2050
Jan 07, 2022
The number of people with dementia worldwide is estimated to increase from 57.4 million in 2019 to 152.8 million in 2050.
Statin use not linked to COVID-19 mortality in hospitalized patients
Nov 09, 2021
Statin use was associated with an increased relative risk for severe disease among hospitalized patients with COVID-19.
California on verge of mandating women on company boards
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 04, 2018
California is poised to become the first state to mandate that public companies have at least one woman on their boards of directors.