The Pennant Group acquires Texas home care provider … West Virginia home care workers rally for American Jobs Plan … Physicians say telehealth expansion depends on reimbursement
Diabetes medications may offset severity of Alzheimer’s
By
John O'Connor
Nov 05, 2018
People with Alzheimer’s disease who were treated with diabetes drugs showed considerably fewer symptoms, Mount Sinai researchers have found.
CCRC launches interactive map, virtual tour
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
In an effort to provide convenience and respond to the increasing technologic capabilities of residents, prospective residents and their families, a Florida continuing care retirement / life plan community...
Parkinson’s drug may help with eye disease
Nov 10, 2015
A drug already used safely to treat Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders also could delay or prevent the most common cause of blindness in older adults, affecting more than 9 million...
Professor: Elderly segregation may not be so bad
By
John O'Connor
Oct 15, 2015
Many analysts predict that future senior living communities need to focus more on intergenerational living. Stephen Golant is not one of them.
‘Super Agers’ may offer new insights
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2015
Often referred to as “Super Agers,” sharp-thinking seniors close to either side of 100 have brains that could yield changes in memory care and treatment for diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s,...
For those with dementia, music may improve mood
By
John O'Connor
Nov 26, 2018
It has been said that music can soothe the savage beast. Apparently, it can do some good things for those with dementia as well.
WHO says pandemic’s end may be near
Sep 15, 2022
However, the death rate is relatively flat and not yet at its lowest level in the United States, experts note.
Diet may affect COVID-19 severity
Jun 08, 2021
Lower odds of moderate and severe disease were seen among healthcare workers eating plant-based or fish diets.
Home Care briefs for Tuesday, May 18
By
Diane Eastabrook
May 18, 2021
Cornell pilot program helps dementia patients manage meds … Vaccines 94% effective in protecting healthcare workers … New platform reaches vaccine-hesitant … Outset Medical joins home health coalition...