Multisystem abnormalities persist after COVID-19 hospitalization
May 31, 2022
Persisting evidence of cardio-renal involvement and hemostasis pathway activation was reported at 28 to 60 days after discharge.
U.S. making it easier to access COVID-19 treatment Paxlovid
May 27, 2022
The first test-to-treat site backed by the federal government is opening in Rhode Island.
Retinal layer thickness linked to cognitive decline in older adults
May 27, 2022
Thinner baseline total macular retinal nerve fiber layer thickness was associated with a larger decline in cognitive function test scores during follow-up.
Metformin, lifestyle changes cut risk for T2DM, but not CVD
May 27, 2022
No reduction seen in first occurrence of nonfatal MI, stroke, or CV death with either metformin or lifestyle intervention versus placebo
Improving awareness, access to aging services keys to helping older adults ‘Age My Way’
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 27, 2022
Breaking the barriers to awareness of existing aging services and access to that care is the only way to help older adults seeking to “Age My Way,” according to a panel of experts speaking Thursday...
Still a long way to go in integrating DEI into long-term care culture, NCAL director says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 27, 2022
Integrating diversity, equity and inclusion into a long-term care company culture is a journey, and that journey still has a long way to go, according to National Center for Assisted Living Executive Director...
McKnight’s Women of Distinction 2022: Carol Silver Elliott
May 26, 2022
Jewish Home Family President and CEO Carol Silver Elliott shares what it means to her to be a 2022 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Hall of Honor inductee, what her words to live by are, and what...
CMS adjusts HCBS final rule implementation, but industry seeks more time
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 26, 2022
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced some adjustments regarding the implementation of its home- and community-based services final rule this week, but senior living industry association...
Why calls for reform aren’t reasonable
By
John O'Connor
May 26, 2022
Differing constituencies have different priorities. What’s reasonable to one side might be fighting words to the other.
Worker wellness and the surprising effect of flooring in senior living communities
By
Mark Huxta
May 26, 2022
Enhancing the ergonomic conditions of the staff’s environment, including flooring, will help improve productivity and retention.