Spike RBD IgG antibodies persist after SARS-CoV-2 infection
Jul 13, 2022
Antibody levels were higher for children versus adults across all follow-up time points up to 10 months after infection.
LTC workforce has declined nearly 5% since February
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 09, 2020
Employment in nursing homes and other residential care settings fell again in May, but at a lower rate: 37,000 jobs lost versus 117,000 lost in April. That’s according to the latest jobs report from...
Hunt Real Estate Capital approved as Fannie Mae seniors housing lender
Aug 10, 2018
Hunt Real Estate Capital has now been approved as a Fannie Mae seniors housing lender, the company announced Thursday.
Common osteoporosis treatment may not prevent bone fractures
By
Alyssa Salela
Jun 06, 2017
Bisphosphonates may not necessarily prevent bone fractures in older women, according to a recent study from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Average planned retirement age is 72, survey respondents say
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 03, 2019
Senior living operators hoping to attract younger residents may need to incorporate spaces that accommodate working adults in their communities and units.
Workforce crisis not expected to improve any time soon: expert
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 03, 2021
Kentucky’s long-term care facilities are facing a workforce crisis that has 57% of operators concerned they may have to close facilities.
Listen up: Hearing aids help more than hearing
Oct 20, 2015
Residents who use the devices may experience another important benefit, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Medicare could have saved $3.6 billion on generic drugs in 2020
Jun 20, 2022
The authors say that Medicare could have saved up to $3.6 billion by purchasing generics at Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co. prices.
Circulation of respiratory viruses low during COVID-19 pandemic
Jul 23, 2021
Influenza activity decreased in March 2020 and remained low through May 2021. A decrease was seen in other viruses, with no increase until spring 2021.
Retirement roomies
Mar 27, 2019
Mary and Donna Whitworth, 95 and 71, respectively, are mother and daughter — and roommates in retirement. Find out more, and learn how to submit your photos!