Technologic advances are reshaping the way all Americans live. A recent story in U.S. News & World Report singled out seven advances that will specifically affect seniors.
Delayed word processing a possible sign of pending Alzheimer’s
By
John O'Connor
Oct 24, 2017
An inability to process words quickly may be a sign of impending Alzheimer’s disease, British investigators have found.
North Carolina police nab arson suspect
By
John O'Connor
Dec 19, 2016
A man who allegedly set an assisted living facility on fire has been arrested in Lincolnton, NC.
Benzodiazepines identified as latest Alzheimer’s risk
By
John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2018
Benzodiazepine use may modestly increase the odds your residents will get Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study.
Religious conscience rule exceeds what’s legal, foes assert
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John O'Connor
May 07, 2019
Legal scholars are warning that the religious conscience rule released last week by the Trump administration may exceed government authority.
AHCA / NCAL blasts meager COVID-19 funding levels
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John O'Connor
Jul 09, 2020
When it comes to COVID-19 federal aid, the seniors housing and care sector is getting shortchanged. So claims one of the nation’s largest eldercare organizations.
Drug combo may rase dementia risk
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John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2015
People with atrial fibrillation may face a higher risk for dementia if they are subjected to a drug combination for a prolonged period, researchers have found.
Assisted living manager gets 2-year sentence, federal charges still pending
By
John O'Connor
Aug 04, 2016
A Baltimore man who operated an assisted living community without a license has been sentenced to a two-year prison term.
Study: Shift work may be bad for your brain
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John O'Connor
May 23, 2016
Shift work is the norm at many senior living communities. It also may lead to cognitive functioning decline, a new study suggests.
Diabetes medications may offset severity of Alzheimer’s
By
John O'Connor
Nov 05, 2018
People with Alzheimer’s disease who were treated with diabetes drugs showed considerably fewer symptoms, Mount Sinai researchers have found.