Nearly half of US COVID-19 cases now caused by JN.1 variant
Dec 28, 2023
The speed at which the JN.1 variant has spread this month suggests that it may spread more easily and be better at evading the immune system.
Parkinson named 2nd annual McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards Career Achievement Award winner
By
James M. Berklan
Jan 11, 2024
Mark Parkinson, president and CEO of AHCA/NCAL, has been chosen as the 2024 McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards Career Achievement Award honoree.
Higher education may protect functioning with Alzheimer’s disease
Apr 03, 2024
The findings were seen among African American individuals, with greater protective effect in APOE ɛ4 noncarriers.
Approaching retirement, Parkinson takes trip down memory lane, shares insights into road ahead for assisted...
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 21, 2024
Mark Parkinson paused briefly Tuesday to reflect on his tenure at the helm of AHCA/NCAL and share his thoughts on what the future holds for assisted living.
Business briefs, June 11
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 11, 2024
Senior living sees slowing rate growth, high discounts in first quarter: NIC … Fitch Ratings affirms RiverWoods at Exeter at A-; outlook stable … Fitch rates Shell Point Retirement Community at BBB+;...
Arm fat may predict spinal fracture risk
May 20, 2024
A higher fat mass in the arms was tied to lower bone quality measured by trabecular bone score.
Millions in United States may hear gunshots at night
Apr 09, 2024
An inverse relationship was seen between the number of nighttime gunshots and median household income.
AHCA/NCAL CEO Mark Parkinson announces retirement
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 20, 2024
Mark Parkinson will retire from his position as president and CEO of the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living effective Jan. 15, 2025, the groups announced today.
ADHD increases risk for car crashes in older adults
Oct 19, 2023
The findings are based on almost four years of data with in-vehicle recording devices.
CDC may recommend COVID boosters for some this spring
Feb 16, 2024
The panel is expected to focus on the safety of high-risk Americans, including people 65 and older and anyone with a weakened immune system.