FDA OKs continuous glucose monitor for type 2 diabetes … Panel eyes trivalent — not quadrivalent — flu shots for next year … 9K to 10K steps a day is ideal for health benefits, study finds …...
Study: Nearly 40% of older adults on multiple drugs may face drug interactions when starting diabetes...
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 06, 2024
Authors of a new study are urging doctors to check a patient’s medications if they’re starting a diabetes drug, especially if the patient is already on multiple medications. The warning comes because...
Long COVID linked to cognition, memory problems: report
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 06, 2024
A new study is quantifying the harms of long COVID, showing that people with lingering symptoms of it can have cognitive deficits equal to losing intelligence quotient, or IQ, points.
Rising suicide risk among seniors due to loneliness, other issues, study finds
By
Adam Healy
Mar 06, 2024
Social isolation, impaired mobility and high costs for care are among the leading causes of depression and suicide among older adults.
Clinical briefs for Wednesday, March 6
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 06, 2024
Fiber daily can improve brain function in older adults … Robot can restore walking in stroke survivors … Melatonin can’t lower delirium severity in older adults, study finds … Green spaces could...
Food insecurity rises among US families with older adults
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 05, 2024
Food insecurity in American families with older adults has increased in recent decades, and a new study reveals just how much.
MA’s cost-management tools may be hurting home healthcare quality, outcomes
By
Adam Healy
Mar 05, 2024
MA copays, prior authorizations and restricted provider networks may be preventing home healthcare providers from delivering care.
Study uses car sensors to spot cognitive changes in older drivers
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 05, 2024
Researchers are hoping that in-vehicle sensors may offer a valuable glimpse into cognitive changes that older adults who drive may experience.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, March 5
By
Kristen Fischer
Mar 05, 2024
Medicare Part D upped limitations on drugs, coverage … Several factors can predict urinary, fecal incontinence … Alternative pharmacies lack on generic drugs … Flu rising in central states as COVID,...
CDC Shortens Recommended COVID Isolation Period
Mar 01, 2024
New guidance issued Friday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that Americans who test positive for COVID-19 no longer need to routinely stay home for five days.