Cognitive impairment predicts outcomes for ICU survivors
Jul 01, 2022
Cognitive impairment at hospital discharge was linked to the risk of new physical disability at the six-month follow-up.
Vaccination protects overweight, obese against severe COVID-19
Jul 01, 2022
Protection against severe COVID-19 was similar for those who were overweight or obese versus those at a healthy weight; lower protection was seen for those who were underweight.
Deadline extended! Tech Awards nomination now due July 7
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 01, 2022
The deadline to enter the 2022 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards has been extended to Thursday, July 7.
Newly detected vascular risk factors common in stroke patients
Jun 30, 2022
Newly diagnosed vascular risk factors common in patients with acute ischemic stroke include dyslipidemia, hypertension and atrial fibrillation.
Overall cardiovascular health score less than optimal for U.S. adults
Jun 29, 2022
Significant differences in mean overall CVH scores were based on Life’s Essential 8 by sex, age and racial/ethnic group.
Personal experience with COVID-19 motivates end-of-life planning: survey
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 29, 2022
The pandemic has shaped the way Americans approach end-of-life planning, with those who survived a serious case of COVID-19 66% more likely to engage in estate planning than others, according to the results...
Tech Awards nomination deadline is Thursday
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 29, 2022
Thursday is the deadline to enter the 2022 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards.
Handgrip strength, neurocognitive measures linked in older adults
Jun 28, 2022
Muscular strength, as indicated by changes in handgrip strength, is associated with markers of cognitive aging in older adults.
AlerisLife names Jeff Leer president and CEO, plans cost cuts, reorganization
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 28, 2022
Jeff Leer has been appointed president and CEO of Newton, MA-based AlerisLife, a position he has held on an interim basis since former President and CEO Katie Potter resigned April 30.
Voter registration efforts can be part of provider wellness offerings: panelists
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 28, 2022
A Virginia-based senior housing owner and operator said Monday that voter registration services are part of the company’s wellness offerings, giving residents a sense of purpose and empowerment knowing...
