Blood test could revolutionize early Parkinson’s detection
By
John O'Connor
Jun 21, 2024
British investigators have harnessed artificial intelligence to create a groundbreaking blood test that can predict Parkinson’s disease up to seven years before symptoms emerge.
GAO report reveals gaps in US isolation and quarantine planning
By
Donna Shryer
Jul 30, 2024
A new report from the US Government Accountability Office sheds light on challenges and shortcomings in isolation and quarantine planning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prestige Care predicts layoffs ahead of shift to PACS Group
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 05, 2024
Vancouver, WA-based Prestige Care has begun a restructuring plan that may include layoffs as it prepares for acquisition by PACS Group in August.
Study looks at co-use of CYP2D6-metabolizing opioids, antidepressants in seniors
Jul 22, 2024
CYP2D6-inhibiting antidepressants were linked to worse outcomes than CYP2D6-neutral antidepressants when used with CYP2D6-metabolizing opioids.
Hybrid-virtual home care model improves outcomes for veterans who live in remote locations
By
Adam Healy
May 23, 2024
An experimental virtual home care model achieved positive outcomes for community-dwelling veterans who live far from VA facilities.
Report adds to research showing health benefits for senior living residents
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 21, 2024
Senior living residents — particularly residents of continuing care retirement / life plan communities — experience the same or better health outcomes compared with their peers living in the greater...
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.
Lutheran Senior Services, Diakon agreement to combine comes to fruition
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 03, 2024
Diakon Senior Living operations and its four continuing care retirement / life plan communities officially became part of Lutheran Senior Services on Monday. The action marks the completion of an agreement...
Labor market solid, with ‘notable pockets of weakness,’ ADP finds
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 06, 2024
“Job gains and pay growth are slowing going into the second half of the year,” ADP Chief Economist Nela Richardson said in a press release issued Wednesday in conjunction with the monthly ADP National...
Business briefs, July 15
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jul 15, 2024
Senior living sees overall occupancy increase for 12th quarter in a row … $5M program puts CNAs at center of expanded geriatric care network …Morning Pointe of Hardin Valley earns deficiency-free state...