The heat is on, which means proper skin care is essential
By
John Andrews
Aug 02, 2021
Prevention and early intervention can help prevent rashes, infections and other seasonal-caused skin challenges
First impressions: Little things can mean a lot
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 12, 2016
I spent some time at a senior living community at the invitation of the Where You Live Matters campaign and realized that seemingly small things can add up to a memorable first impression for prospective...
Dasatinib beneficial in type 2 diabetes
Nov 24, 2021
Patients treated with dasatinib had a mean reduction in serum glucose concentration and a relative decrease in body weight.
‘Game-changing’ wellness model takes person-centric approach to 40-year-old industry standard
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 01, 2021
The idea that wellness means something different to everyone has inspired the Mather Institute to develop a Person-Centric Wellness Model meant to accommodate senior living residents’ unique wants and...
‘Long COVID’ could mean insurance cost increases for employers
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Aug 12, 2022
More than two years into adjusting to the “new normal” brought on by COVID-19, employers now are faced with navigating the reality of “long COVID,” a wide range of ongoing health problems that...
Senior living must be truly inclusive to reflect its mission
By
Vassar Byrd
Feb 11, 2019
A recent court case decision takes aim at the heart of senior living, which is about connection, meaning and relationships.
Simple smart technology is ‘game-changing’ for home care, tech CEO says
By
Diane Eastabrook
Jun 03, 2021
Inexpensive smart home technology can mean the difference between aging in place or aging in a senior care facility.
Frailty common in RA, linked to mortality, hospitalization
Mar 21, 2022
In a Scottish cohort, mean frailty decreased as the Disease Activity Score in 28 joints lessened over time with treatment.
Definition of retirement is changing, but still few are prepared for it: study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 12, 2022
The new retirement means a new life chapter, but few retirees have prepared for that final chapter, according to a new study.
What the growing wealth gap could mean for senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 21, 2018
Could the future success of the senior living industry depend on actions that might affect near-term success?