Tech advancements and care innovations key to improved elder care: expert
By
John O'Connor
Jun 11, 2024
Technological advancements and innovative care models can help alleviate worsening eldercare challenges, per Stuart M. Butler.
DOJ hits telehealth firm for $4.6M in false claims settlement involving nursing homes
By
Josh Henreckson
Jun 14, 2024
A company that provides mental telehealth services to skilled nursing residents has agreed to pay the federal government $4.6 million to resolve false claims allegations.
Data shows new heart health guidelines could dramatically reduce statin eligibility
By
Kristen Fischer
Jun 11, 2024
If American Heart Association guidelines passed in November 2023 are widely adopted, about 40% fewer people would meet the criteria to be on statins, a new study shows.
American Heart Association makes ‘telestroke’ certification available for professional caregivers
By
John O'Connor
Jun 05, 2024
New stroke care certification is available for healthcare professionals, according to the American Heart Association.
Interoperability is key for fixing ‘biggest problems’ in long-term care: experts
By
Josh Henreckson
Jun 07, 2024
Increasing interoperability has the potential to help long-term care providers address some of their worst pain points, experts pointed out at a McKnight’s Online Forum session Tuesday.
Free training helps dementia caregivers cope with difficult behavior
By
Kristen Fischer
May 31, 2024
A new website aims to give more support to people caring for older adults who are living with dementia.
Uber reveals new product to help caregivers and home health agencies
By
Adam Healy
May 28, 2024
Uber recently announced a new service aimed at addressing the logistical challenges faced by family members and home care agencies.
Summer book release explores AI as a companion to offset loneliness
May 28, 2024
With an international epidemic of loneliness, artificial Intelligence, or AI, may offer technology-based social interaction and companionship. That’s according to robotics expert Tony Prescott, a professor...
New alliance helps operator address care and staffing challenges
By
John O'Connor
May 24, 2024
Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehab Center has partnered with two vendors to improve care and address staffing challenges at the facility.
Report: AI tool could boost communication for older adults with cancer
By
Kristen Fischer
May 22, 2024
AI may be a useful communication tool to help older adults with cancer communicate with their doctors and have more of a say in their treatment, per a new report.
