FDA says rapid at-home COVID-19 tests not as sensitive to omicron
Dec 29, 2021
The agency says that antigen tests “do detect the omicron variant but may have reduced sensitivity.”
Omicron variant spurs New York officials to recommend masking indoors
Nov 30, 2021
So far, there are no confirmed cases of the omicron variant in New York City, according to the health commissioner.
Late-life cognitive activity may delay dementia
Jul 14, 2021
Taking up reading, puzzles and games even in one’s 80s may provide cognitive protection.
Meeting the changing needs of residents
Feb 01, 2016
Mather LifeWays’ Mary Leary talks about life care communities — and senior living’s challenges
Vaccine priority may not be enough to boost senior living occupancy: speakers
By
Amy Novotney
Dec 14, 2020
Even as the first doses of a COVID-19 vaccine are set to be administered this week, many in the senior living industry are predicting a long, dark winter ahead, with continuing occupancy and move-in rate...
More news for Thursday, June 1
May 31, 2017
Mobility aids may increase fall risk for those with dementia … Handwashing: Cool water as effective as hot for removing germs … Infection with seasonal flu may increase risk of developing Parkinson’s...
Sentio expands senior living assets
Nov 09, 2015
Sentio Healthcare Properties recently announced significant growth in the real estate investment trust’s senior housing portfolio.
More news for Tuesday, May 10
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 10, 2022
Massachusetts first state to earn employer designation from Age Friendly Institute … Affordable assisted living facility sued over negligence, staffing … High-need, isolated older adults have worse...
More news for Friday, May 6
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 06, 2022
Proposal would allow DE assisted living providers to fire workers who don’t get flu shots … Government considers milk mandate to help prevent falls, but assisted living providers wonder who will pay...
Business briefs for Friday, May 22
May 22, 2020
CFO survey: Near-normal operating levels not expected until next year … HUD-assisted senior housing communities still waiting for CARES Act approved funds … DOL issues final rule on incentive-based...