A new study sheds light into what causes diabetes and explains a new breakthrough that could offer the potential for new disease treatments.
Now hiring: Chief infection prevention officer
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 11, 2023
Some healthcare organizations, including long-term care communities, are taking infection control to a whole new level.
Clinical briefs for Monday, Dec. 11
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 11, 2023
White House threatens patent protection to lower drug costs … Study eyes reason behind memory loss in older adults … Statins can ease dementia severity in some people … Low, high-tech tools to reduce...
1 in 8 older adults use cannabis; experts urge screening
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Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
Cannabis use in older adults is on the rise and clinicians should screen for it, according to a new study.
Eat up, older adults: Certain nutrients linked to better cognitive function
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
Several nutrients are linked with cognitive function and mood in older adults, according to a new report.
Certain diabetes drugs could slash colon cancer risk, study says
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
A new study seems to show that some diabetes medicines may lower a person’s risk for colon cancer.
Clinical briefs for Friday, Dec. 8
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
Cocoa supplements linked to cognitive benefits in older adults … Device collects blood from fingertips, bypassing vein draws … Study finds moderate link between hearing impairment, dementia risk in...
Changes in sleep patterns linked to poor cognitive function in older adults, study shows
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Kristen Fischer
Dec 07, 2023
A new study sheds light on sleep and cognitive changes in older adults. Namely, sleeping for a short amount of time and sleep variability were linked to poor cognitive function, the authors reported.
Study points out healthcare workers’ errors adhering to COVID-19 prevention protocols
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 07, 2023
Healthcare workers who had the highest risk for being exposed to SARS-CoV-2 also were most likely to be noncompliant with infection prevention measures, according to a new report.
Clinical briefs for Thursday, Dec. 7
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 07, 2023
Mackerel, tuna could help people with heart disease risk, study finds … Scientists spot new dementia protein … Light therapy may help sleep, behaviors in Alzheimer’s disease … Pest-proof your nursing...