Three recent studies demonstrate the positive effects that exercise can have on the health of older adults. Does your community offer these activities?
Life expectancy: How does the U.S. fare?
Sep 03, 2015
A recent analysis ranked healthy life expectancy in 188 countries. Find out where the United States falls on the list.
With pandemic easing up, it’s time for home care providers to practice self-care, doctor offers
By
Liza Berger
Apr 12, 2021
As the pandemic wanes, home care providers and their patients can practice self-care to recover from the emotional toll the public health emergency has taken
At-risk older adults are not checking their blood pressure at home, poll finds
By
Liza Berger
Oct 07, 2021
Many older adults who need to keep their blood pressure under control are not checking it at home or in other places outside the healthcare system.
Government releases new dietary guidelines
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 07, 2016
The federal government on Thursday released updated nutrition guidelines designed to help reduce obesity and prevent chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. The government...
Technology may lead to ‘virtual assisted living,’ Senate Aging Committee hears
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 23, 2019
Committee members also heard about how technology, such as virtual reality in assisted living, can help maintain health and quality of life for older adults.
Why workers show up sick — and what you can do about it
Nov 09, 2015
New research sheds light on the reasons staff members go to work when ill, as well as steps employers can take to improve employees’ health and productivity.
Study names top cities for retirement
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 10, 2015
A new study lists the top cities for healthy retirement. Is your community located in one?
Driving linked to good health
Nov 10, 2015
Older adults are at increased risk for several physical and mental health issues when they stop driving. A new report shows ways senior living communities can help residents continue to be able to drive...
Study finds consistent home health staffing reduces hospital readmission for dementia patients
By
Diane Eastabrook
Jun 29, 2021
Consistency in home health nurses can go a long way in reducing hospital readmissions for dementia patients, according to a study by New York University’s Meyers College of Nursing.